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What is the primary meaning of ‘craven’?

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Contemptibly lacking in courage; cowardly.

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List synonyms for ‘craven’.

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  • Cowardly
  • Timid
  • Spineless
  • Fearful
  • Fainthearted
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What is the primary meaning of ‘candor’?

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The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness.

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List synonyms for ‘candor’.

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  • Honesty
  • Frankness
  • Openness
  • Sincerity
  • Truthfulness
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What is the primary meaning of ‘rampant’?

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(Especially of something unwelcome) flourishing or spreading unchecked.

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List synonyms for ‘rampant’.

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  • Uncontrolled
  • Widespread
  • Rife
  • Prevalent
  • Unrestrained
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What is the primary meaning of ‘grouchy’?

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Irritable and bad-tempered; grumpy.

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List synonyms for ‘grouchy’.

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  • Grumpy
  • Irritable
  • Crabby
  • Cranky
  • Cantankerous
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What is the primary meaning of ‘blunt’?

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(Of a cutting tool) not having a sharp edge or point.

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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘blunt’.

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Uncompromisingly forthright.

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List synonyms for ‘blunt’.

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  • Dull
  • Unsharpened
  • Straightforward
  • Direct
  • Abrupt
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What is the primary meaning of ‘opportunism’?

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The taking of opportunities as and when they arise, regardless of planning or principle.

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List synonyms for ‘opportunism’.

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  • Exploitativeness
  • Self-interest
  • Self-seeking
  • Pragmatism
  • Advantagism
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What is the primary meaning of ‘subvert’?

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Undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution).

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List synonyms for ‘subvert’.

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  • Undermine
  • Overthrow
  • Destabilize
  • Disrupt
  • Sabotage
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What is the primary meaning of ‘ruinous’?

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Disastrous or destructive.

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List synonyms for ‘ruinous’.

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  • Destructive
  • Devastating
  • Damaging
  • Dilapidated
  • Decaying
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What is the primary meaning of ‘tantamount’?

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Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as.

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List synonyms for ‘tantamount’.

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  • Equivalent
  • Equal
  • Comparable
  • Similar
  • Akin
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What is the primary meaning of ‘obsequious’?

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Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.

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List synonyms for ‘obsequious’.

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  • Servile
  • Subservient
  • Groveling
  • Sycophantic
  • Fawning
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What is the primary meaning of ‘embellish’?

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Make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.

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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘embellish’.

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Make (a statement or story) more interesting by adding extra details that are often untrue.

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List synonyms for ‘embellish’.

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  • Decorate
  • Adorn
  • Enhance
  • Elaborate
  • Ornament
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What is the primary meaning of ‘coherent’?

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(Of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent.

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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘coherent’.

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United as or forming a whole.

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List synonyms for ‘coherent’.

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  • Logical
  • Consistent
  • Clear
  • Lucid
  • Comprehensible
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What is the primary meaning of ‘abhor’?

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Regard with disgust and hatred.

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List synonyms for ‘abhor’.

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  • Despise
  • Hate
  • Loathe
  • Detest
  • Abominate
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What is the primary meaning of ‘headstrong’?

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Self-willed and obstinate.

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List synonyms for ‘headstrong’.

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  • Stubborn
  • Willful
  • Obstinate
  • Unyielding
  • Inflexible
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What is the primary meaning of ‘inconsiderable’?

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Not sufficiently large, important, or worthwhile to be worth consideration.

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List synonyms for ‘inconsiderable’.

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  • Small
  • Minor
  • Trivial
  • Negligible
  • Insignificant
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What is the primary meaning of ‘uncritical’?

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Not expressing or involving an analysis of the merits and faults of a work of literature, music, or art.

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List synonyms for ‘uncritical’.

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  • Undiscriminating
  • Unquestioning
  • Nonjudgmental
  • Accepting
  • Naive
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What is the primary meaning of ‘alleviate’?

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Make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.

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List synonyms for ‘alleviate’.

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  • Reduce
  • Ease
  • Relieve
  • Diminish
  • Mitigate
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What is the primary meaning of ‘inducement’?

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A thing that persuades or influences someone to do something.

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List synonyms for ‘inducement’.

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  • Incentive
  • Motivation
  • Enticement
  • Persuasion
  • Encouragement
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What is the primary meaning of ‘subtle’?

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(Especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe.

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List synonyms for ‘subtle’.

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  • Delicate
  • Fine
  • Nuanced
  • Ingenious
  • Crafty
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What is the primary meaning of ‘vivacious’?

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(Especially of a woman) attractively lively and animated.

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List synonyms for ‘vivacious’.

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  • Lively
  • Animated
  • Spirited
  • Energetic
  • Exuberant
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What is the primary meaning of ‘persuasive’?

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Good at persuading someone to do or believe something through reasoning or the use of temptation.

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List synonyms for ‘persuasive’.

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  • Convincing
  • Influential
  • Effective
  • Cogent
  • Compelling
46
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What is the primary meaning of ‘promulgate’?

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Promote or make widely known (an idea or cause).

47
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List synonyms for ‘promulgate’.

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  • Publicize
  • Disseminate
  • Broadcast
  • Declare
  • Announce
48
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What is the primary meaning of ‘discord’?

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Disagreement between people.

49
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List synonyms for ‘discord’.

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  • Disagreement
  • Conflict
  • Friction
  • Dissonance
  • Strife
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What is the primary meaning of ‘poise’?

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Graceful and elegant bearing in a person.

51
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘poise’.

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‘She moved with poise and grace across the room.’

52
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List synonyms for ‘poise’.

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  • Composure
  • Grace
  • Elegance
  • Balance
  • Steadiness
53
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What is the primary meaning of ‘insurmountable’?

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Too great to be overcome.

54
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List synonyms for ‘insurmountable’.

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  • Overwhelming
  • Unconquerable
  • Invincible
  • Insoluble
  • Impregnable
55
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What is the primary meaning of ‘gloat’?

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Contemplate or dwell on one’s own success or another’s misfortune with smugness or malignant pleasure.

56
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List synonyms for ‘gloat’.

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  • Revel
  • Exult
  • Relish
  • Triumph
  • Boast
57
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What is the primary meaning of ‘redouble’?

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Make or become much greater, more intense, or more numerous.

58
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List synonyms for ‘redouble’.

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  • Intensify
  • Increase
  • Strengthen
  • Amplify
  • Multiply
59
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What is the primary meaning of ‘impecunious’?

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Having little or no money.

60
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List synonyms for ‘impecunious’.

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  • Poor
  • Penniless
  • Impoverished
  • Indigent
  • Destitute
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What is the primary meaning of ‘indemnify’?

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Compensate (someone) for harm or loss.

62
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List synonyms for ‘indemnify’.

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  • Compensate
  • Reimburse
  • Repay
  • Protect
  • Secure
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What is the primary meaning of ‘lavish’?

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Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.

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List synonyms for ‘lavish’.

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  • Extravagant
  • Opulent
  • Luxurious
  • Generous
  • Plentiful
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What is the primary meaning of ‘prime’?

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Of first importance; main.

66
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘prime’.

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Make (something) ready for use or action, in particular.

67
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List synonyms for ‘prime’.

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  • Main
  • Chief
  • Key
  • Prepare
  • Ready
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What is the primary meaning of ‘beholden’?

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Owing thanks or having a duty to someone in return for help or a service.

69
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List synonyms for ‘beholden’.

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  • Indebted
  • Obligated
  • Grateful
  • Owing
  • Under obligation
70
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What is the primary meaning of ‘fortuitous’?

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Happening by accident or chance rather than design.

71
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘fortuitous’.

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Happening by a lucky chance; fortunate.

72
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List synonyms for ‘fortuitous’.

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  • Accidental
  • Chance
  • Serendipitous
  • Unplanned
  • Lucky
73
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What is the primary meaning of ‘terse’?

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Sparing in the use of words; abrupt.

74
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘terse’.

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Neatly or effectively concise; brief and pithy.

75
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List synonyms for ‘terse’.

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  • Concise
  • Brief
  • Laconic
  • Succinct
  • Curt
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What is the primary meaning of ‘apt’?

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Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances.

77
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘apt’.

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Having a tendency to do something.

78
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Provide a tertiary meaning of ‘apt’.

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Quick to learn.

79
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List synonyms for ‘apt’.

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  • Suitable
  • Appropriate
  • Fitting
  • Prone
  • Clever
80
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What is the primary meaning of ‘xenophobic’?

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Having or showing a dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

81
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List synonyms for ‘xenophobic’.

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  • Racist
  • Nationalistic
  • Ethnocentric
  • Jingoistic
  • Bigoted
82
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What is the primary meaning of ‘vociferous’?

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Vehement or clamorous.

83
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘vociferous’.

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(Especially of a person or speech) loud and forceful.

84
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List synonyms for ‘vociferous’.

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  • Loud
  • Clamorous
  • Boisterous
  • Strident
  • Noisy
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What is the primary meaning of ‘lethargy’?

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A lack of energy and enthusiasm.

86
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘lethargy’.

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Pathological drowsiness or deep and prolonged sleep.

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List synonyms for ‘lethargy’.

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  • Sluggishness
  • Inertia
  • Listlessness
  • Torpor
  • Indolence
88
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What is the primary meaning of ‘sanctimonious’?

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Making a show of being morally superior to other people.

89
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List synonyms for ‘sanctimonious’.

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  • Self-righteous
  • Holier-than-thou
  • Pious
  • Smug
  • Hypocritical
90
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What is the primary meaning of ‘animosity’?

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Strong hostility.

91
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List synonyms for ‘animosity’.

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  • Hostility
  • Antagonism
  • Hatred
  • Ill will
  • Enmity
92
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What is the primary meaning of ‘portentous’?

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Of or like a portent; ominously significant or indicative.

93
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘portentous’.

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Done in a pompously or overly solemn manner so as to impress.

94
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List synonyms for ‘portentous’.

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  • Ominous
  • Foreboding
  • Pretentious
  • Pompous
  • Eerie
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What is the primary meaning of ‘incongruous’?

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Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something.

96
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List synonyms for ‘incongruous’.

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  • Out of place
  • Inappropriate
  • Unsuitable
  • Discrepant
  • Mismatched
97
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What is the primary meaning of ‘depose’?

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Remove from office suddenly and forcefully.

98
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘depose’.

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Testify to or give (evidence) on oath, typically in a written statement.

99
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List synonyms for ‘depose’.

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  • Overthrow
  • Dethrone
  • Unseat
  • Testify
  • Affirm
100
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What is the primary meaning of ‘baseness’?

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Lack of moral principles; bad character.

101
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Provide a secondary meaning of ‘baseness’.

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The quality or state of being physically low; the property of being close to the ground or deeply rooted.

102
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List synonyms for ‘baseness’.

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  • Depravity
  • Vileness
  • Degradation
  • Corruption
  • Immorality
103
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What is the primary meaning of ‘sanguine’?

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Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

104
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List synonyms for ‘sanguine’.

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  • Optimistic
  • Hopeful
  • Buoyant
  • Positive
  • Confident
105
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What is the primary meaning of ‘astonish’?

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Surprise or impress (someone) greatly.

106
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List synonyms for ‘astonish’.

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  • Amaze
  • Astound
  • Impress
  • Startle
  • Shock
107
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What is the primary meaning of Clangor?

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A continuous loud banging or ringing sound

Synonyms include Clatter, Racket, Din, Noise, Clamor.

108
Q

What does it mean to Subsumed?

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Include or absorb (something) in something else

Synonyms include Incorporate, Include, Encompass, Absorb, Engulf.

109
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What is the primary meaning of Thrive?

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(Of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously

Secondary meaning: Prosper; flourish.

Synonyms: Flourish, Prosper, Bloom, Succeed, Grow

110
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What is the primary meaning of Hypothesis?

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A supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation

Secondary meaning: A proposition made as a basis for reasoning, without any assumption of its truth.

111
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List synonyms of Hypothesis.

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  • Theory
  • Conjecture
  • Supposition
  • Postulation
  • Premise

These terms reflect different aspects of forming a hypothesis.

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