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reckless (adj)

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[careless, rash] showing a lack of care about danger or the consequences of one’s actions. - Ex His reckless driving nearly caused an accident.

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lambaste (v)

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[criticize, scold] to severely criticize or reprimand someone. - Ex The coach lambasted the team for their poor performance.

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strip (v)

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[remove, take off] to take something away from someone or remove a covering. - Ex The workers stripped the old paint from the walls before repainting.

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mournful (adj)

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[sad, sorrowful] feeling or expressing deep sadness or grief. - Ex She gave him a mournful look after hearing the tragic news.

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jaunt (n)

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[trip, excursion] a short journey taken for pleasure. - Ex We went on a weekend jaunt to the countryside.

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greed (n)

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[avarice, selfishness] an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food. - Ex His greed for money led him to make unethical decisions.

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cupidity (n)

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[greed, avarice] an intense desire for wealth or possessions. - Ex His cupidity drove him to betray his closest friends for money.

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likeness (n)

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[resemblance, similarity] the state of being similar to something or someone, or a representation of a person or thing. - Ex The painting bears a strong likeness to her mother.

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wacky (adj)

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[zany, eccentric] funny or amusing in a slightly odd or unusual way. - Ex He always comes up with wacky ideas that make everyone laugh.

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preach (v)

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[deliver, advocate] to publicly proclaim or teach a religious or moral message; to earnestly advocate for a particular idea or belief. Ex The pastor will preach about kindness this Sunday.

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gospel (n)

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[doctrine, truth] the teaching or revelation of Christ; a set of principles or beliefs regarded as unquestionably true. - Ex She dedicated her life to spreading the gospel.

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encounter (v)

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[meet, face] to unexpectedly experience or come across someone or something. - Ex We might encounter some challenges during the project.

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countenance (v)

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[approve, support] to approve of or give support to something. - Ex The manager would not countenance any form of dishonesty in the workplace.

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breakthrough (n)

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[advance, discovery] a sudden, dramatic, and important development or achievement. - Ex The scientist’s research led to major breakthroughs in cancer treatment.

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broadly (adv)

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[generally, widely] in a way that is general rather than detailed; covering a wide scope. - Ex The plan was broadly accepted by the team.

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dearth (n)

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[scarcity, lack] a severe shortage or absence of something. - Ex There is a dearth of affordable housing in the city.

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ungrounded (adj)

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[baseless, unsupported] not based on facts or evidence; lacking a solid foundation. - Ex His claims about the project’s failure were ungrounded and not supported by data.

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rebut (v)

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[counter, refute] to argue against or provide evidence that disproves a statement or claim. - Ex She attempted to rebut the accusations with clear evidence.

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derided (v)

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[mocked, ridiculed] to express contempt or scorn for someone or something. - Ex He was derided for his unconventional ideas at the meeting.

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fringe (n)

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[border, edge] the outer, marginal, or less important part of something. - Ex The artist gained popularity in the fringe theater scene before moving to mainstream productions.

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apocryphal (adj)

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[false, unverified] of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as true. - Ex The story of the haunted house was apocryphal, with no real evidence to support it.

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dispel (v)

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[eliminate, dismiss] to drive away or make something, such as a misconception or feeling, go away. - Ex The teacher worked to dispel the students’ fears about the upcoming exam.

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felony (n)

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[crime, offense] a serious crime, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death. - Ex He was convicted of a felony for embezzling company funds.

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stick (v)

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[adhere, cling] to become attached or remain in a particular position or place. - Ex The label wouldn’t stick to the package because of the moisture.

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dissent (v)
[disagree, oppose] to express or hold opinions that are different from those commonly or officially held. - Ex She chose to dissent from the committee's decision on the new policy.
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languished (v)
[weakened, deteriorated] To suffer, become weak, or fail to make progress. Ex He languished in prison for years before his innocence was proven.
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account (v)
[explain, justify] To explain or be the reason for something. Ex Poor planning can account for the project's failure.
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bleak (adj)
[dreary, desolate] Lacking hope, cheer, or comfort; dreary. Ex The landscape looked bleak under the overcast sky.
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cogent (adj)
[convincing, persuasive] Clear, logical, and convincing. Ex Her cogent arguments persuaded the jury.
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sanguine (adj)
[optimistic, hopeful] Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation. Ex Despite the challenges, he remained sanguine about the future.
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persistent (adj)
[determined, tenacious] Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition. Ex Her persistent efforts eventually paid off.
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grim (adj)
[somber, bleak] Depressingly serious or gloomy. Ex The news from the battlefield was grim.
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forbidding (adj)
[threatening, intimidating] Unfriendly or threatening in appearance. Ex The castle’s forbidding walls loomed over the village.
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fierce (adj)
[intense, ferocious] Having or displaying a violent or intense force or aggressiveness. Ex The fierce storm caused widespread damage.
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stern (adj)
[strict, harsh] Serious and unrelenting, especially in discipline or attitude. Ex The teacher gave a stern warning to the misbehaving students.
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cheerful (adj)
[happy, optimistic] Noticeably happy and optimistic. Ex She greeted everyone with a cheerful smile.
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eschewing (v)
[avoiding, abstaining] Deliberately avoiding or abstaining from something. Ex He was known for eschewing luxury and living a simple life.
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gauge (v)
[measure, assess] To measure or estimate something, often using an instrument or observation. Ex It’s difficult to gauge the impact of the new policy at this stage.
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nuances (n)
[subtleties, distinctions] Subtle differences or variations in meaning, expression, or sound. Ex She explained the nuances of the situation with great care.
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reassure (v)
[comfort, encourage] To comfort or give someone confidence. Ex The doctor tried to reassure the patient about the success of the procedure.
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beats around the bush (idiom)
[avoids, sidesteps] To avoid addressing the main point directly. Ex Stop beating around the bush and tell me what you really think.
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muddled (adj)
[confused, disorganized] Confused or disorganized. Ex His thoughts were muddled after hearing the shocking news.
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shortcoming (n)
[flaw, deficiency] A fault or failure to meet a certain standard. Ex His lack of attention to detail was his biggest shortcoming.
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scholars (n)
[academics, researchers] Academics or learned individuals who study or are experts in a particular subject. Ex Scholars have debated the meaning of the text for centuries.
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merely (adv)
[only, simply] Only, simply, or nothing more than. Ex It’s not a major issue; it’s merely a minor inconvenience.
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prevailing (adj)
[dominant, widespread] Existing or most common at a particular time or place; dominant. Ex The prevailing opinion was that the project should be postponed.
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shifting (v)
[moving, changing] Moving from one place, position, or direction to another; undergoing change or variation. Ex The company is shifting its focus to digital products.
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coda (n)
[conclusion, ending] The concluding part of a piece of music, literary work, or event that sums up or completes the main elements. Ex The film’s coda left a lasting impression on the audience.
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confounding (adj)
[puzzling, baffling] Causing confusion or surprise by being unexpected or difficult to explain. Ex The confounding results of the experiment challenged their initial hypothesis.
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inducement (n)
[incentive, encouragement] A thing that persuades or influences someone to do something. Ex The company offered financial inducements to attract new customers.
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unguarded (adj)
[unprotected, vulnerable] Lacking protection or defense; open to attack or harm. Ex His unguarded comments revealed his true feelings.
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ornate (adj)
[decorative, elaborate] Highly detailed and decorated, often in an intricate or elaborate style. Ex The ornate design of the palace captivated everyone.
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embellished (v)
[adorned, exaggerated] Made more attractive by adding decorative details or features; exaggerated in presentation. Ex The story was embellished to make it more entertaining.
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vague (adj)
[unclear, ambiguous] Not clearly expressed, defined, or understood. Ex His instructions were so vague that no one knew what to do.
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lucid (adj)
[clear, coherent] Easy to understand; expressed in a clear and logical manner. Ex Her explanation was so lucid that everyone grasped the concept immediately.
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truculent (adj)
[hostile, aggressive] Eager to argue or fight; aggressively defiant. Ex His truculent attitude made it difficult to reach a compromise.
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extolled (v)
[praised, celebrated] Praised enthusiastically or highly. Ex The teacher extolled the student’s hard work and dedication.
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intricate (adj)
[complex, detailed] Very complicated or detailed, often involving many interrelated parts. Ex The intricate pattern of the tapestry was mesmerizing.
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semblance (n)
[appearance, likeness] The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. Ex The plan gave a semblance of order, but chaos soon ensued.
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protean (adj)
[versatile, adaptable] Able to change or be many different things; extremely versatile or adaptable. Ex His protean skills allowed him to succeed in many different careers.
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forsake (v)
[abandon, renounce] To abandon or give up something, especially something that is important or valued. Ex He decided to forsake his previous lifestyle for a simpler one.

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