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What is the primary meaning of ‘radical’?

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Relating to or affecting fundamental change or innovation.

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What is a secondary meaning of ‘radical’?

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(Of a person) advocating thorough or complete political or social change.

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Give a contextual usage of ‘radical’ in mathematics.

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In math class, we learned how to simplify radical expressions.

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List synonyms for ‘radical’.

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  • Revolutionary
  • Extreme
  • Progressive
  • Drastic
  • Innovative
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What is the primary meaning of ‘fitfully’?

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Not regularly or continuously; intermittently.

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Provide contextual usage of ‘fitfully’.

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He slept fitfully, waking up every few hours.

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What is the primary meaning of ‘feint’?

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A deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement in sports or fighting.

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Give a contextual usage of ‘feint’ in warfare.

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The army’s feint towards the north distracted the enemy from their real target in the south.

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List synonyms for ‘feint’.

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  • Bluff
  • Ruse
  • Pretense
  • Sham
  • Deception
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What is the primary meaning of ‘frugality’?

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The quality of being economical with money or food; thriftiness.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘frugality’.

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Her frugality helped her save enough money to buy a house.

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List synonyms for ‘frugality’.

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  • Thrift
  • Economy
  • Parsimony
  • Conservation
  • Prudence
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What is the primary meaning of ‘zenith’?

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The time at which something is most powerful or successful.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘zenith’.

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The company reached its zenith in the late 1990s.

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List synonyms for ‘zenith’.

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  • Peak
  • Summit
  • Apex
  • Pinnacle
  • Climax
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What is the primary meaning of ‘homogeneous’?

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Of the same kind; alike.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘homogeneous’.

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The class was surprisingly homogeneous, with students sharing similar backgrounds.

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List synonyms for ‘homogeneous’.

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  • Uniform
  • Similar
  • Identical
  • Consistent
  • Monolithic
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What is the primary meaning of ‘libertine’?

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A person who behaves without moral principles or a sense of responsibility, especially in sexual matters.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘libertine’.

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He lived the life of a libertine, indulging in every pleasure.

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List synonyms for ‘libertine’.

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  • Debauchee
  • Rake
  • Hedonist
  • Profligate
  • Dissolute
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What is the primary meaning of ‘restless’?

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(Of a person or animal) unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘restless’.

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She felt restless and couldn’t concentrate on her work.

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List synonyms for ‘restless’.

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  • Unsettled
  • Fidgety
  • Edgy
  • Uneasy
  • Agitated
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What is the primary meaning of ‘omnipresent’?

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Widely or constantly encountered; common or widespread.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘omnipresent’.

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Smartphones are now an omnipresent part of modern life.

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List synonyms for ‘omnipresent’.

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  • Ubiquitous
  • Ever-present
  • Universal
  • Pervasive
  • Everywhere
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What is the primary meaning of ‘canonize’?

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Officially declare (a dead person) to be a saint.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘canonize’.

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Mother Teresa was canonized by the Vatican in 2016.

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List synonyms for ‘canonize’.

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  • Sanctify
  • Beatify
  • Glorify
  • Enshrine
  • Idolize
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What is the primary meaning of ‘eccentric’?

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(Of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘eccentric’.

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His eccentric habits made him a notable figure in the community.

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List synonyms for ‘eccentric’.

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  • Unconventional
  • Unusual
  • Odd
  • Quirky
  • Bizarre
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What is the primary meaning of ‘flout’?

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Openly disregard (a rule, law, or convention).

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘flout’.

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Many drivers flout traffic laws when they think no one is watching.

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List synonyms for ‘flout’.

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  • Disregard
  • Defy
  • Ignore
  • Scoff at
  • Spurn
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What is the primary meaning of ‘superficiality’?

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Lack of thoroughness, depth of character, or serious thought.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘superficiality’.

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The superficiality of the discussion left many important issues unaddressed.

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List synonyms for ‘superficiality’.

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  • Triviality
  • Shallowness
  • Frivolity
  • Insubstantiality
  • Facileness
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What is the primary meaning of ‘garrulous’?

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Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘garrulous’.

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The garrulous host dominated the conversation at the dinner party.

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List synonyms for ‘garrulous’.

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  • Talkative
  • Loquacious
  • Chatty
  • Verbose
  • Wordy
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What is the primary meaning of ‘conviction’?

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A firmly held belief or opinion.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘conviction’.

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She spoke with conviction about her faith.

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List synonyms for ‘conviction’.

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  • Belief
  • Certainty
  • Confidence
  • Assurance
  • Certitude
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What is the primary meaning of ‘woeful’?

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Characterized by, expressive of, or causing sorrow or misery.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘woeful’.

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He gave a woeful account of his experiences during the war.

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List synonyms for ‘woeful’.

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  • Miserable
  • Sad
  • Sorrowful
  • Tragic
  • Deplorable
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What is the primary meaning of ‘defy’?

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Openly resist or refuse to obey.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘defy’.

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She defied the no-parking signs and left her car in front of the store.

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List synonyms for ‘defy’.

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  • Resist
  • Oppose
  • Disobey
  • Challenge
  • Confront
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What is the primary meaning of ‘dubious’?

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Hesitating or doubting.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘dubious’.

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He gave a dubious glance at the strange meal presented to him.

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List synonyms for ‘dubious’.

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  • Doubtful
  • Uncertain
  • Questionable
  • Skeptical
  • Suspect
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What is the primary meaning of ‘torpor’?

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A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘torpor’.

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After the long flight, she was in a state of torpor.

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List synonyms for ‘torpor’.

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  • Lethargy
  • Inactivity
  • Stupor
  • Inertia
  • Sluggishness
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What is the primary meaning of ‘sobriety’?

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The state of being sober; not intoxicated.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘sobriety’.

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He maintained his sobriety despite being at a party where everyone else was drinking.

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List synonyms for ‘sobriety’.

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  • Soberness
  • Seriousness
  • Temperance
  • Abstinence
  • Gravitas
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What is the primary meaning of ‘shirk’?

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Avoid or neglect (a duty or responsibility).

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘shirk’.

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He’s been shirking his work responsibilities for months.

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List synonyms for ‘shirk’.

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  • Evade
  • Dodge
  • Avoid
  • Neglect
  • Bypass
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What is the primary meaning of ‘salutary’?

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(Especially with reference to something unwelcome or unpleasant) Producing good effects; beneficial.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘salutary’.

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The harsh criticism, though difficult to hear, proved to be a salutary lesson.

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List synonyms for ‘salutary’.

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  • Beneficial
  • Healthful
  • Wholesome
  • Therapeutic
  • Restorative
67
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What is the primary meaning of ‘megalomaniac’?

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A person who has an obsessive desire for power.

68
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘megalomaniac’.

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His megalomaniac tendencies became evident as he sought control over every aspect of the project.

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List synonyms for ‘megalomaniac’.

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  • Power-hungry
  • Tyrannical
  • Authoritarian
  • Egotistical
  • Narcissistic
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What is the primary meaning of ‘entrenched’?

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Firmly established and difficult or unlikely to change; ingrained.

71
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘entrenched’.

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These outdated practices are deeply entrenched in the company’s culture.

72
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List synonyms for ‘entrenched’.

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  • Rooted
  • Established
  • Fixed
  • Ingrained
  • Deep-seated
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What is the primary meaning of ‘discount’?

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A deduction from the usual cost of something.

74
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘discount’.

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She got a discount on her purchase during the sale.

75
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List synonyms for ‘discount’.

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  • Reduction
  • Deduction
  • Cut
  • Rebate
  • Concession
76
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What is the primary meaning of ‘contravene’?

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Violate the prohibition or order of (a law, treaty, or code of conduct).

77
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘contravene’.

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The company was found to contravene environmental laws.

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List synonyms for ‘contravene’.

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  • Violate
  • Infringe
  • Breach
  • Defy
  • Flout
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What is the primary meaning of ‘indecorous’?

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Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘indecorous’.

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His indecorous remarks during the meeting shocked everyone.

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List synonyms for ‘indecorous’.

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  • Improper
  • Unseemly
  • Indiscreet
  • Unbecoming
  • Inappropriate
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What is the primary meaning of ‘pedestrian’?

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Lacking inspiration or excitement; dull.

83
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘pedestrian’.

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The movie’s plot was criticized for being too pedestrian.

84
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List synonyms for ‘pedestrian’.

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  • Mundane
  • Ordinary
  • Commonplace
  • Banal
  • Uninspired
85
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What is the primary meaning of ‘untapped’?

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Not yet exploited or used.

86
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘untapped’.

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The untapped oil reserves could be worth millions.

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List synonyms for ‘untapped’.

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  • Unused
  • Unexploited
  • Undeveloped
  • Unutilized
  • Dormant
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What is the primary meaning of ‘provincial’?

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Of or concerning a province of a country or empire.

89
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘provincial’.

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She was appointed as the new governor of the provincial government.

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List synonyms for ‘provincial’.

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  • Regional
  • Local
  • Rural
  • Parochial
  • Narrow-minded
91
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What is the primary meaning of ‘august’?

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Respected and impressive.

92
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘august’.

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The august panel of judges was well-regarded in the legal community.

93
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List synonyms for ‘august’.

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  • Distinguished
  • Eminent
  • Venerable
  • Honorable
  • Grand
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What is the primary meaning of ‘rapprochement’?

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An establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘rapprochement’.

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The two countries worked towards a rapprochement after years of conflict.

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List synonyms for ‘rapprochement’.

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  • Reconciliation
  • Detente
  • Harmonization
  • Accord
  • Amity
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What is the primary meaning of ‘turgid’?

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Swollen and distended or congested.

98
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘turgid’.

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The turgid river threatened to overflow its banks.

99
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What is the primary meaning of rapprochement?

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An establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.

100
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Provide a contextual usage for the term rapprochement.

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The two countries worked towards a rapprochement after years of conflict.

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List some synonyms for rapprochement.

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  • Reconciliation
  • Detente
  • Harmonization
  • Accord
  • Amity
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What is the primary meaning of turgid?

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Swollen and distended or congested.

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Provide a contextual usage for the primary meaning of turgid.

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The turgid river threatened to overflow its banks.

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What is the secondary meaning of turgid?

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(Of language or style) Tediously pompous or bombastic.

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Provide a contextual usage for the secondary meaning of turgid.

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His turgid prose made the novel difficult to read.

106
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List some synonyms for turgid.

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  • Swollen
  • Bloated
  • Overblown
  • Pompous
  • Inflated
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What is the primary meaning of deceit?

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The action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth.

108
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Provide a contextual usage for the term deceit.

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The company was guilty of deceit in its advertising.

109
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List some synonyms for deceit.

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  • Deception
  • Dishonesty
  • Dupery
  • Fraudulence
  • Trickery
110
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What is the primary meaning of infallible?

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Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong.

111
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What is a secondary meaning of infallible?

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Never failing; always effective.

112
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What is a tertiary meaning of infallible?

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(In religious context) Incapable of error in defining doctrines involving faith or morals.

113
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Provide a contextual usage for the primary meaning of infallible.

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He was considered an infallible expert in his field.

114
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List some synonyms for infallible.

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  • Unerring
  • Foolproof
  • Flawless
  • Impeccable
  • Perfect
115
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What is the primary meaning of appease?

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Pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands.

116
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Provide a contextual usage for the term appease.

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They tried to appease the protesters with promises of reform.

117
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List some synonyms for appease.

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  • Placate
  • Pacify
  • Conciliate
  • Satisfy
  • Mollify
118
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What is the primary meaning of furtive?

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Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.

119
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Provide a contextual usage for the term furtive.

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He gave a furtive glance over his shoulder.

120
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List some synonyms for furtive.

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  • Sneaky
  • Secretive
  • Covert
  • Clandestine
  • Stealthy
121
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What is the primary meaning of fascinate?

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Attract and hold the attention and interest of (someone).

122
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Provide a contextual usage for the term fascinate.

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The magician’s tricks continued to fascinate the audience.

123
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List some synonyms for fascinate.

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  • Captivate
  • Enthrall
  • Mesmerize
  • Enchant
  • Intrigue
124
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What is the primary meaning of comply?

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Act in accordance with a wish or command.

125
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Provide a contextual usage for the term comply.

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She agreed to comply with the rules set by the organization.

126
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List some synonyms for comply.

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  • Conform
  • Abide by
  • Obey
  • Adhere to
  • Follow
127
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What is the primary meaning of outdated?

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Out of date; not currently in use or in vogue.

128
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Provide a contextual usage for the term outdated.

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This outdated software is no longer supported by the developer.

129
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List some synonyms for outdated.

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  • Obsolete
  • Antiquated
  • Old-fashioned
  • Outmoded
  • Passé
130
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What is the primary meaning of beneficent?

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Generous or doing good.

131
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Provide a contextual usage for the term beneficent.

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The beneficent donor helped to fund the new hospital wing.

132
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List some synonyms for beneficent.

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  • Benevolent
  • Charitable
  • Generous
  • Kind
  • Altruistic
133
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What is the primary meaning of squander?

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Waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner.

134
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Provide a contextual usage for the primary meaning of squander.

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He squandered his inheritance on lavish parties and expensive cars.

135
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What is the secondary meaning of squander?

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Allow (an opportunity) to pass or be lost.

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Provide a contextual usage for the secondary meaning of squander.

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The team squandered the chance to win the championship in the final minutes.

137
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List some synonyms for squander.

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  • Waste
  • Misuse
  • Dissipate
  • Fritter away
  • Lavish
138
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What is the primary meaning of singular?

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Exceptionally good or great; remarkable.

139
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What is a secondary meaning of singular?

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Strange or eccentric in some respect.

140
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What is a tertiary meaning of singular?

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(In grammar) Denoting or referring to just one person or thing.

141
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Provide a contextual usage for the primary meaning of singular.

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Her singular talent for music was evident from a young age.

142
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List some synonyms for singular.

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  • Unique
  • Extraordinary
  • Unusual
  • Distinct
  • Individual
143
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What is the primary meaning of forgery?

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The action of forging or producing a copy of a document, signature, banknote, or work of art.

144
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Provide a contextual usage for the term forgery.

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He was arrested for the forgery of famous paintings.

145
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List some synonyms for forgery.

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  • Falsification
  • Counterfeit
  • Fake
  • Imitation
  • Duplication
146
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What is the primary meaning of amicable?

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Characterized by friendliness and absence of discord.

147
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Provide a contextual usage for the term amicable.

A

They reached an amicable agreement without going to court.

148
Q

List some synonyms for amicable.

A
  • Friendly
  • Cordial
  • Harmonious
  • Cooperative
  • Peaceful
149
Q

What is the primary meaning of factious?

A

Relating or inclined to a state of faction; divisive.

150
Q

Provide a contextual usage for the term factious.

A

The political party was torn by factious disagreements.

151
Q

List some synonyms for factious.

A
  • Divisive
  • Dissenting
  • Controversial
  • Schismatic
  • Disruptive
152
Q

What is the primary meaning of equivocal?

A

Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.

153
Q

Provide a contextual usage for the term equivocal.

A

His equivocal response left everyone unsure of his real intentions.

154
Q

List some synonyms for equivocal.

A
  • Ambiguous
  • Uncertain
  • Vague
  • Indeterminate
  • Inconclusive
155
Q

What is the primary meaning of recluse?

A

A person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people.

156
Q

Provide a contextual usage for the term recluse.

A

After years in the public eye, she became a recluse.

157
Q

List some synonyms for recluse.

A
  • Hermit
  • Solitary
  • Loner
  • Introvert
  • Anchorite
158
Q

What is the primary meaning of insidious?

A

Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.

159
Q

Provide a contextual usage for the term insidious.

A

The insidious spread of the disease went unnoticed for months.

160
Q

List some synonyms for insidious.

A
  • Stealthy
  • Subtle
  • Cunning
  • Underhanded
  • Sneaky

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