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What is the primary meaning of ‘Avert’?

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To turn away or aside.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Avert’?

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To prevent or avoid.

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Provide a synonym for ‘Avert’.

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  • Avoid
  • Prevent
  • Ward off
  • Turn aside
  • Divert
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What does ‘Dictate’ primarily mean?

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To give orders or commands.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Dictate’?

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To say or read aloud something to be recorded by another.

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List synonyms for ‘Dictate’.

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  • Command
  • Order
  • Prescribe
  • Direct
  • Rule
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Define ‘Intrinsic’.

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Belonging naturally; essential.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Intrinsic’?

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Inherent, or relating to the basic nature of something.

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Give synonyms for ‘Intrinsic’.

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  • Inherent
  • Fundamental
  • Essential
  • Natural
  • Inbuilt
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What does ‘Persistence’ refer to?

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The quality of continuing firmly or obstinately.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Persistence’?

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‘Her persistence in studying paid off with excellent grades.’

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List synonyms for ‘Persistence’.

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  • Perseverance
  • Tenacity
  • Endurance
  • Determination
  • Steadfastness
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Imitate’?

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Take or follow as a model.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Imitate’?

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Mimic (someone or their actions or words), typically in order to entertain or ridicule.

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Provide synonyms for ‘Imitate’.

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  • Copy
  • Mimic
  • Emulate
  • Replicate
  • Simulate
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Define ‘Momentary’.

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Lasting for a very short time.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Momentary’?

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‘He experienced a momentary lapse of concentration.’

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List synonyms for ‘Momentary’.

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  • Brief
  • Fleeting
  • Transient
  • Temporary
  • Ephemeral
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What does ‘Tangential’ mean in a primary context?

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Diverging from a previous course or line; erratic.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Tangential’?

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Hardly touching a matter; peripheral.

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Provide synonyms for ‘Tangential’.

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  • Irrelevant
  • Peripheral
  • Divergent
  • Indirect
  • Digressive
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Factual’?

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Concerned with what is actually the case rather than interpretations.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Factual’?

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‘Her argument was supported by factual evidence.’

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List synonyms for ‘Factual’.

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  • Actual
  • Real
  • True
  • Authentic
  • Verifiable
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What does ‘Neutralize’ mean?

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To make something ineffective or harmless.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Neutralize’?

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‘The antidote was used to neutralize the poison.’

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Provide synonyms for ‘Neutralize’.

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  • Counteract
  • Nullify
  • Cancel
  • Offset
  • Invalidate
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Define ‘Starvation’.

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Suffering or death caused by lack of food.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Starvation’?

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‘The prolonged drought led to widespread starvation.’

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List synonyms for ‘Starvation’.

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  • Famine
  • Hunger
  • Malnutrition
  • Deprivation
  • Emaciation
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Perennial’?

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Lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Perennial’?

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(Of a plant) Living for several years.

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Provide synonyms for ‘Perennial’.

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  • Enduring
  • Everlasting
  • Persistent
  • Constant
  • Long-lasting
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Define ‘Superficial’.

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Existing or occurring at the surface.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Superficial’?

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Appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely.

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List synonyms for ‘Superficial’.

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  • Shallow
  • Surface
  • Skin-deep
  • External
  • Cosmetic
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What does ‘Overwhelm’ mean?

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Bury or drown beneath a huge mass.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Overwhelm’.

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‘The small village was overwhelmed by the mudslide.’

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List synonyms for ‘Overwhelm’.

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  • Overpower
  • Engulf
  • Overcome
  • Swamped
  • Flood
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Paucity’?

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The presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Paucity’?

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‘There’s a paucity of hard evidence supporting his claims.’

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Provide synonyms for ‘Paucity’.

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  • Scarcity
  • Shortage
  • Lack
  • Dearth
  • Insufficiency
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Define ‘Fractious’.

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(Of a group or organization) difficult to control; unruly.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Fractious’?

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‘The fractious committee members could not agree on any proposal.’

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List synonyms for ‘Fractious’.

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  • Unruly
  • Recalcitrant
  • Quarrelsome
  • Irascible
  • Cantankerous
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Grievance’?

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A real or imagined wrong or other cause for complaint or protest.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Grievance’?

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‘Workers voiced their grievances regarding unfair labor practices.’

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List synonyms for ‘Grievance’.

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  • Complaint
  • Protest
  • Objection
  • Grudge
  • Injustice
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49
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Define ‘Open-Ended’.

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Not having a fixed limit or conclusion.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Open-Ended’?

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‘The discussion was open-ended, with no set time to end.’

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List synonyms for ‘Open-Ended’.

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  • Unlimited
  • Unrestricted
  • Flexible
  • Indeterminate
  • Unbounded
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What does ‘Genealogy’ refer to?

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A line of descent traced continuously from an ancestor.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Genealogy’.

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‘She explored her genealogy to learn more about her ancestors.’

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List synonyms for ‘Genealogy’.

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  • Ancestry
  • Lineage
  • Heritage
  • Pedigree
  • Descent
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Define ‘Connoisseur’.

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An expert judge in matters of taste.

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What is a contextual usage of ‘Connoisseur’?

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‘As a wine connoisseur, he could distinguish between the subtle flavors.’

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List synonyms for ‘Connoisseur’.

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  • Expert
  • Aficionado
  • Specialist
  • Savant
  • Enthusiast
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What does ‘Negligent’ mean?

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Failing to take proper care in doing something.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Negligent’.

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‘The company was sued for negligent maintenance of equipment.’

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List synonyms for ‘Negligent’.

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  • Careless
  • Neglectful
  • Irresponsible
  • Remiss
  • Lax
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Salubrious’?

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Health-giving; healthy.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Salubrious’.

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‘She moved to the countryside for its salubrious environment.’

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List synonyms for ‘Salubrious’.

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  • Healthy
  • Wholesome
  • Beneficial
  • Healthful
  • Invigorating
64
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Define ‘Relentless’.

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Unyieldingly severe, strict, or harsh.

65
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What is a contextual usage of ‘Relentless’?

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‘The relentless heatwave made the summer unbearable.’

66
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List synonyms for ‘Relentless’.

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  • Unstoppable
  • Persistent
  • Incessant
  • Unyielding
  • Continuous
67
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What does ‘Demystify’ mean?

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Make a difficult or esoteric subject clearer and easier to understand.

68
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Demystify’.

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‘The professor aimed to demystify quantum mechanics for his students.’

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List synonyms for ‘Demystify’.

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  • Clarify
  • Simplify
  • Unravel
  • Explain
  • Elucidate
70
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Define ‘Abeyance’.

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A state of temporary disuse or suspension.

71
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What is a contextual usage of ‘Abeyance’?

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‘The project was held in abeyance until funding was secured.’

72
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List synonyms for ‘Abeyance’.

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  • Suspension
  • Hiatus
  • Dormancy
  • Deferral
  • Pause
73
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What does ‘All-Encompassing’ mean?

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Including everything or everyone; comprehensive.

74
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘All-Encompassing’.

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‘They offered an all-encompassing insurance package.’

75
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List synonyms for ‘All-Encompassing’.

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  • Comprehensive
  • Inclusive
  • Total
  • Complete
  • Exhaustive
76
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Remote’?

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Situated far from the main centers of population; distant.

77
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Remote’?

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Having very little connection with or relationship to.

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List synonyms for ‘Remote’.

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  • Distant
  • Far-off
  • Isolated
  • Outlying
  • Removed
79
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What does ‘Heed’ mean?

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Pay attention to; take notice of.

80
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Heed’.

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‘Heed the warning signs before hiking into the wilderness.’

81
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List synonyms for ‘Heed’.

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  • Notice
  • Attention
  • Regard
  • Consideration
  • Observance
82
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What is the primary meaning of ‘Stanch’?

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Stop or restrict (a flow of blood) from a wound.

83
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Stanch’.

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‘The paramedic quickly acted to stanch the bleeding.’

84
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List synonyms for ‘Stanch’.

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  • Stop
  • Stem
  • Halt
  • Check
  • Arrest
85
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What does ‘Draconian’ mean?

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(Of laws or their application) excessively harsh and severe.

86
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Draconian’.

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‘The new policies were criticized for being draconian.’

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List synonyms for ‘Draconian’.

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  • Harsh
  • Severe
  • Strict
  • Rigorous
  • Stringent
88
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Define ‘Contempt’.

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The feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration.

89
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What is a contextual usage of ‘Contempt’?

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‘She looked at the mess with contempt.’

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List synonyms for ‘Contempt’.

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  • Scorn
  • Disdain
  • Disrespect
  • Derision
  • Disparagement
91
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What does ‘Finicky’ mean?

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Fussy about one’s needs or requirements.

92
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Finicky’.

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‘The cat is quite finicky about its food.’

93
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List synonyms for ‘Finicky’.

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  • Fussy
  • Picky
  • Particular
  • Fastidious
  • Choosy
94
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What does ‘Adverse’ mean?

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Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable.

95
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Adverse’.

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‘They had to close the business due to adverse market conditions.’

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List synonyms for ‘Adverse’.

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  • Unfavorable
  • Detrimental
  • Harmful
  • Inimical
  • Unfriendly
97
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What does ‘Flummoxed’ mean?

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Bewildered or perplexed.

98
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Flummoxed’.

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‘The complex puzzle left her completely flummoxed.’

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List synonyms for ‘Flummoxed’.

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  • Baffled
  • Confused
  • Perplexed
  • Puzzled
  • Nonplussed
100
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Define ‘Sensational’.

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Causing great public interest and excitement.

101
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Sensational’.

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‘The athlete’s comeback was a sensational story.’

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List synonyms for ‘Sensational’.

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  • Spectacular
  • Exciting
  • Remarkable
  • Dramatic
  • Scandalous
103
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What does ‘Undo’ mean?

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Unfasten, untie, or loosen (something).

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Undo’?

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Cancel or reverse the effects or results of a previous action or measure.

105
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List synonyms for ‘Undo’.

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  • Reverse
  • Repeal
  • Annul
  • Nullify
  • Unravel
106
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Define ‘Ponderous’.

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Slow and clumsy because of great weight.

107
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘Ponderous’.

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‘The ponderous elephant moved slowly through the jungle.’

108
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List synonyms for ‘Ponderous’.

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  • Heavy
  • Cumbersome
  • Clumsy
  • Bulky
  • Labored
109
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What does ‘Undercut’ mean?

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To undermine or weaken something.

110
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What is a contextual usage of ‘Undercut’?

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The new competitor’s pricing strategy could undercut our sales.

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List synonyms for ‘Undercut’.

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  • Undermine
  • Weaken
  • Sabotage
  • Diminish
  • Erode
112
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Define ‘ponderous’

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Slow and clumsy because of great weight; dull, laborious, or excessively solemn.

Example: “The ponderous elephant moved slowly through the jungle.”

113
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What are synonyms for ‘ponderous’?

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  • Heavy
  • Cumbersome
  • Clumsy
  • Bulky
  • Labored
114
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What is the primary meaning of ‘undercut’?

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Offer goods or services at a lower price than a competitor.

115
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Give a contextual usage of ‘undercut’.

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“The new company undercut their prices to attract customers.”

116
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List synonyms for ‘undercut’.

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  • Undermine
  • Underprice
  • Undersell
  • Weaken
  • Erode
117
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What is the primary meaning of ‘exhilarating’?

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Making one feel very happy, animated, or elated; thrilling.

118
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘exhilarating’.

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“Skydiving is an exhilarating experience.”

119
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List synonyms for ‘exhilarating’.

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  • Exciting
  • Thrilling
  • Stimulating
  • Invigorating
  • Electrifying
120
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Define ‘officious’.

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Assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, especially with regard to petty or trivial matters.

121
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘officious’?

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Intrusively enthusiastic in offering help or advice; interfering.

122
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Give a contextual usage of ‘officious’.

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“The officious security guard insisted on checking everyone’s bags unnecessarily.”

123
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List synonyms for ‘officious’.

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  • Meddlesome
  • Intrusive
  • Overbearing
  • Interfering
  • Bossy
124
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What does ‘impervious’ mean?

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Unable to be affected by; not allowing fluid to pass through.

125
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘impervious’.

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“He seemed impervious to the criticism surrounding his work.”

126
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List synonyms for ‘impervious’.

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  • Resistant
  • Impermeable
  • Unaffected
  • Insusceptible
  • Impenetrable
127
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Define ‘divulge’.

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Make known (private or sensitive information); reveal, disclose.

128
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘divulge’.

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“She refused to divulge the secrets of her research.”

129
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List synonyms for ‘divulge’.

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  • Reveal
  • Disclose
  • Unveil
  • Expose
  • Impart
130
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What is the primary meaning of ‘adroit’?

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Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.

131
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Give a contextual usage of ‘adroit’.

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“His adroit handling of the situation averted a crisis.”

132
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List synonyms for ‘adroit’.

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  • Skilled
  • Dexterous
  • Deft
  • Adept
  • Clever
133
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What does ‘forestall’ mean?

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Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time.

134
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘forestall’.

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“They forestalled the enemy’s attack by setting up barricades.”

135
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List synonyms for ‘forestall’.

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  • Prevent
  • Thwart
  • Preempt
  • Obstruct
  • Avert
136
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Define ‘tangible’.

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Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

137
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘tangible’.

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“The tension in the room was almost tangible.”

138
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List synonyms for ‘tangible’.

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  • Palpable
  • Material
  • Physical
  • Real
  • Solid
139
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What does ‘tailored’ mean?

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Make or adapt for a particular purpose or person.

140
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘tailored’.

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“The program was tailored to meet the needs of adult learners.”

141
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List synonyms for ‘tailored’.

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  • Customized
  • Fitted
  • Adapted
  • Bespoke
  • Personalized
142
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Define ‘antedate’.

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Precede in time; come before (something) in date.

143
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘antedate’.

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“The fossil antedates the earliest known dinosaurs.”

144
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List synonyms for ‘antedate’.

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  • Predate
  • Precede
  • Foredate
  • Backdate
  • Prioritize
145
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What does ‘humdrum’ mean?

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Lacking excitement or variety; dull; monotonous.

146
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘humdrum’.

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“He wanted to escape the humdrum routine of his day-to-day life.”

147
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List synonyms for ‘humdrum’.

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  • Monotonous
  • Boring
  • Tedious
  • Dull
  • Uninspiring
148
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What is the primary meaning of ‘vilify’?

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Speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner.

149
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘vilify’.

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“The politician was unfairly vilified by the press.”

150
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List synonyms for ‘vilify’.

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  • Denigrate
  • Defame
  • Disparage
  • Belittle
  • Slander
151
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Define ‘seductive’.

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Tempting and attractive; enticing.

152
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘seductive’.

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“The advertisement was designed to be seductive to consumers.”

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List synonyms for ‘seductive’.

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  • Alluring
  • Tempting
  • Enticing
  • Beguiling
  • Captivating
154
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What does ‘synoptic’ mean?

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Relating to a synopsis or summary; giving a general view.

155
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘synoptic’.

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“A synoptic overview of the report was presented at the meeting.”

156
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List synonyms for ‘synoptic’.

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  • Summary
  • Condensed
  • Overview
  • Compendious
  • Succinct

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