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Question 1

unpropitious

Answer 1

ADJECTIVE

not propitious or favourable; not auguring well

Question 2

nuance

Answer 2

VARIABLE NOUN
A nuance is a small difference in sound, feeling, appearance, or meaning.
Do you understand the nuances of British humour?
Synonyms: subtlety, degree, distinction, graduation

Question 3

underpins

Answer 3

VERB
If one thing underpins another, it helps the other thing to continue or succeed by supporting and strengthening it.
…mystical themes that underpin all religions. [VERB noun]
…the beliefs underpinning contemporary art. [VERB noun]
…a style of life extensively underpinned by public money. [

Question 4

indictment

Answer 4

1. COUNTABLE NOUN
   If you say that one thing is an indictment of another thing, you mean that it shows how bad the other thing is.
   It’s a sad indictment of society that police officers are regarded as easy targets by thugs. [+ of]
2. VARIABLE NOUN
   An indictment is a formal accusation that someone has committed a crime.
   [mainly US, law]
   Prosecutors may soon seek an indictment on racketeering and fraud charges. [+ on]
   The government’s indictment against the three men alleged unlawful trading.
   [Also + against]
   Synonyms: charge, allegation, prosecution, accusation More Synonyms of indictment