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erratic
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unpredictable, inconsistent, irregular
Example sentence: His erratic behavior made it difficult to know how he would react.
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secluded
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hard to reach, hidden away
Example sentence: The cabin was secluded in the woods, away from prying eyes.
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fluctuate
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to rise and fall irregularly
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exalt
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to praise, to worship
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admonish
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to warn or scold someone
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abrupt
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sudden, unexpected, without warning
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content
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satisfied
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eccentric
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uncommon, strange
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mired
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stuck in mud
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colloquial
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used in casual conversation
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reconcile
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settle one’s differences, make compatible, bring back to peace
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alienate
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to cause someone to feel isolated or lonely
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distinguish
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to tell the difference between
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adequate
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sufficient, enough, acceptable
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contend
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1) to deal with someone or something
2) to claim or state a belief confidently
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skeptical
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having doubts
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enfranchise
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to give the right to vote
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sophisticated
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1) having a lot of worldly experience and knowledge
2) complicated
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radical
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1) thorough, complete, extensive
2) fundamental, essential
3) revolutionary, extreme
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formulate
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to create or think up
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attest
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to confirm or verify
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vexing
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annoying, irritating
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unassuming
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humble, low-key
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coerce
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to pressure or force someone to do something
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adept
very skilled at something
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eloquent
fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
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austere
plain and without decoration, comforts, or anything extra
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dread
to fear, be afraid of
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inevitable
unavoidable
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stress
to emphasize
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spawn
to produce, generate, or create
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renounce
to give up, deny, or surrender something
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unprecedented
never done or known before
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broach
to bring up a difficult subject for discussion
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proxy
a person authorized to act on behalf of another; substitute
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detrimental
harmful, damaging
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secular
having no religious or spiritual basis
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innovative
new and different
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tangible
real and able to be shown or touched
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disseminate
to spread widely (particularly information)
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delegate (verb)
to assign a task to another person
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apparent
clearly visible or understood; obvious
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postulate
to suggest or propose something
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speculate
to guess, to form a theory without firm evidence
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bazaar
a market selling a large variety of goods
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sporadic
scattered, irregular, unpredictable
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suffrage
the right to vote
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incredulous
unwilling or unable to believe something
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idealistic
unrealistically aiming for perfection
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conflate
to mix or combine into one (typically ideas)
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paucity
poverty, scarcity
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ephemeral
temporary, short-lived
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prompt
to cause (someone) to take a course of action
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reverence
deep respect for someone or something
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disparity
a great difference
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dispassionate
not influenced by strong emotion, fair-minded
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phenomenon
a noteworthy occurrence or situation
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boast
to brag, to show off
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irksome
irritating, annoying
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allude
to suggest or call attention to indirectly, to make a reference to something
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omnipotence
having unlimited or great power
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provoke
to cause a reaction or emotion (usually anger); to trigger
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indulge
to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of
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entrenched
firmly established and unlikely to change
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inherent
built-in, existing in something as a permanent or essential characteristic
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vernacular
everyday informal language, local dialect
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inquisition
interrogation, questioning
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anecdote
a short personal story
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malign
evil in nature, harmful
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anomaly
oddity, something that is not normal
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inhibit
to hold someone or something back, to suppress, to prevent
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mutable
changeable
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petty
1) of little importance
2) caring too much about trivial matters
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avid
passionate about something
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invoke
to call on or refer to something
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imprudent
foolish, reckless
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tenacity
persistence, determination
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venerable
respected
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authoritarian
enforcing strict obedience to authority
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quarrel
an angry argument or disagreement
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yield
1) to produce or generate (a result)
2) to surrender
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ambivalent
having mixed feelings
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endeavor
to try hard to do something
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insurrection
a violent uprising or rebellion
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contemplate
to think about for a long time
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compel
to force someone to do something
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feasible
possible to do easily or conveniently
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conjecture
an opinion or conclusion that is unproven, a guess
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arbitrary
based on random choice or personal impulse, rather than any reason or system
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reinforce
to make stronger
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temper
to serve as a neutralizing or counterbalancing force to something
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decree
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insurrection
a violent uprising or rebellion
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contemplate
to think about for a long time
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compel
to force someone to do something
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feasible
possible to do easily or conveniently
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conjecture
an opinion or conclusion that is unproven, a guess
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arbitrary
based on random choice or personal impulse, rather than any reason or system
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reinforce
to make stronger
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temper
to serve as a neutralizing or counterbalancing force to something
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decree
an official order or command
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brevity
concise use of words in writing or speech
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equivocal
open to more than one interpretation; unclear
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stronghold
a place that is strongly defended, a fortress
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conceive
to form or create a plan or idea
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vanity
excessive pride in one’s own appearance or achievements
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sluggish
slow-moving
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intuition
instinct, the ability to understand something immediately
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inexorable
impossible to stop or prevent
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engender
to cause or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition)
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temperament
a person’s nature, character, or frame of mind
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upheaval
a sudden change or disruption, chaos
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embrace
to welcome with open arms, to accept or support willingly
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substantiate
to show to be true
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superficial
shallow, on the surface
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sovereignty
supreme power or authority
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lavish
luxurious
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crux
the essence, the main point
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indifference
lack of interest and concern
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tact
skillfulness and sensitivity in dealing with others or difficult issues
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abundant
plentiful
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viable
capable of working successfully, realistic, doable
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scorn
contempt, the feeling that someone or something is worthless
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transgress
misbehave, disobey
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analogy
a comparison between two things
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objection
a reason for disagreeing
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construe
to interpret in a particular way
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procure
obtain, acquire
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evoke
to bring to mind
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depiction
portrayal, illustration
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burden
a difficulty, problem, or responsibility
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recollection
a memory; the act of remembering
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tumult
confusion or disorder
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concede
admit that something is true after first denying it
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demeanor
manner, attitude, appearance
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emigration
the act of leaving one’s own country
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irate
angry, furious
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tentative
unconfirmed, subject to change
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merely
only; just
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deceive
to trick or mislead someone
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trifling
unimportant, insignificant
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labyrinthine
complicated or confusing
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decrepit
1) weak, disabled 2) in a run-down state, decayed
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corroborate
to confirm, to verify
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obstinacy
stubbornness, unwilling to change
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confinement
imprisonment, captivity
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monotony
boredom, dullness, lack of variety
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degrade
treat with disrespect
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dilemma
a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between 2 or more alternatives
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conventional
traditional, accepted, mainstream, standard
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proliferate
increase or grow rapidly
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aesthetic
concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
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prominent
important; famous
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unwieldy
difficult to carry or move
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unilaterally
used to indicate that something is done by only one person or group, without the agreement of others
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stimulate
to trigger, spark, or activate; to excite
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abate
to become less intense or widespread
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diligent
hard-working
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relegate
to downgrade, to lower in rank or status
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demur
to raise doubts or to protest
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novel
new or unusual in an interesting way
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abstract
existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence; conceptual
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vestigial
undeveloped, nonfunctional
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preoccupied with
obsessed with something
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optimistic
hopeful and confident about the future
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remembrance
the act of remembering something; a memory
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retain
to keep, to hold on to
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susceptible
easily influenced or harmed by something; vulnerable
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strenuous
difficult, exhausting
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enchantment
magic, charm, fascination
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subservient
prepared to obey others, submissive, less important
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empirical
based on experience rather than theory or pure logic
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hostile
unfriendly, threatening
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promulgate
to make widely known, to publicize
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enact
to make law, to put into practice (a belief, idea, or suggestion)
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abject
miserable, hopeless, awful
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expend
to use up, to consume
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yielding
giving in to or complying with the requests of others
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ignominious
embarrassing, shameful
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naive
showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment
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acquisition
something that is
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promulgate
to make widely known, to publicize
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enact
to make law, to put into practice (a belief, idea, or suggestion)
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abject
miserable, hopeless, awful
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expend
to use up, to consume
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yielding
giving in to or complying with the requests of others
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ignominious
embarrassing, shameful
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naive
showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment
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acquisition
something that is bought or obtained, an act of purchase
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affluent
wealthy
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consolidate
1) strengthen
2) combine or unite
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pious
very religious or spiritual
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aggregate
collection or sum total
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scatterbrained
disorganized, forgetful
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yearn
to have an intense feeling of longing for something
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consummate
complete or perfect, having a high degree of skill
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endorse
to support
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ascertain
to find (something) out for certain
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onerous
involving a lot of effort, difficult
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objective
fair-minded, not influenced by personal feelings
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aspire
to hope to achieve something or be successful
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obsolete
no longer produced or used; out of date
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inflammatory
arousing angry or violent feelings
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sentiment
a view of or attitude towards a situation or event; a general feeling or opinion
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candor
honesty
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materialistic
excessively concerned with material possessions or money
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prejudice
a dislike or unfair opinion (of someone) that is not based on reason or actual experience
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distinct
clearly separate and different
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deference
respect
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extensive
large in amount or scale
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impose
1) to force the acceptance of something
2) to cause inconvenience to someone
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articulate
having the ability to speak fluently and persuasively
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pristine
original and pure; not spoiled or worn from use
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veranda
a porch or balcony
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atypical
unusual, uncommon
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subjugate
to bring under domination or control, to conquer
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ubiquitous
everywhere, universal
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altercation
a noisy argument or disagreement
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robust
strong and healthy, durable
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subvert
to damage or weaken the authority of an established system
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melodramatic
exaggerated, sensationalized, or overemotional
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glut
an excess supply of something
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antipathy
hatred, dislike
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perilous
dangerous
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conception
1) origin or beginning
2) an idea or concept
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repose
rest, relaxation
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impede
to create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in delay
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contradiction
a combination of statements or ideas that are opposed to one another; inconsistency
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judgmental
having an excessively critical point of view; disapproving
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dismal
depressing, gloomy
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ambiguous
open to more than one interpretation; unclear
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wayward
difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior
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implication
1) a conclusion that can be drawn from something
2) a consequence or result
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deploy
to bring into effective action
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credibility
believability, authority
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complacent
overly satisfied or pleased with oneself
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convoke
to summon, to call together
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mocking
making fun of someone or something in a cruel way
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prospect
the possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring
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amicable
friendly
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predecessor
someone or something that came before
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deter
to discourage (someone) from doing something
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indignation
anger or annoyance
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fetter
to restrict or restrain, to put in chains
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rigid
stiff, firm, unchangeable
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cultivate
to grow, to develop
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juvenile
young, childish, immature
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convulsion
a sudden, violent, irregular movement of the body
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devise
to plan or invent by careful thought
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immure
to imprison someone against their will
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perturb
to make someone anxious or unsettled; to disturb
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solicitude
care or concern for someone or something
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pervasive
spreading widely throughout an area or group of people
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tyranny
cruel and abusive government or rule
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apprehensive
anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen
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provision
1) a condition or requirement in a legal document
2) the act of providing services or resources
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insolent
showing a rude lack of respect
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consensus
general agreement
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discord
disagreement between people
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complement
to add to (something) in a way that enhances or completes it
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mortify
to cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated
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dissipate
to disappear or evaporate
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doctrine
a belief or set of beliefs
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incomprehensible
not able to be understood
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recount
to tell someone about
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insolent
showing a rude lack of respect
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consensus
general agreement
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discord
disagreement between people
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complement (verb)
to add to (something) in a way that enhances or completes it
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mortify
to cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated
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dissipate
to disappear or evaporate
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doctrine
a belief or set of beliefs
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incomprehensible
not able to be understood
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recount
to tell someone about something, to give a report of an event
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inefficacious
unable to produce the intended result
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adversary
one’s opponent or enemy
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endow
to provide, to supply
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confound
to cause surprise or confusion in someone
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assert
to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully
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undermine
to gradually damage or weaken someone or something
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paradox
a statement or situation that may be true but seems impossible or difficult to understand because it contains two opposite facts or characteristics
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apt
appropriate or suitable in the circumstances
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competent
having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully
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severity
the quality of being very unpleasant, unkind, or difficult
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dismay
a feeling of shock and unhappiness
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usurp
to take power or control of something by force or without the right to do so
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nostalgic
feeling happy and also slightly sad when you think about things that happened in the past
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ornate
having a lot of complex patterns or decoration
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hierarchy
a system in which people or things are put at various levels or ranks according to their importance
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irrational
not logical or reasonable
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bluster
talk intended to seem important or threatening but which is not taken seriously and has little effect
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subordinate
having a lower or less important position
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malicious
intending to cause harm; evil
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amend
to revise, to make changes
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conform
to behave according to an expectation or rule
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tout
to advertise or praise something (often to sell it)
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permeate
to spread throughout something
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incantation
a series of words said as a magic spell or charm
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impervious
not able to be influenced, hurt, or damaged
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actuate
1) to cause (a machine or device) to operate 2) to cause (someone) to act in a particular way
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versatility
ability to adapt to many different functions or activities
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proclaim
to announce officially or publicly
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obeisance
deep respect
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modest
1) humble, not showy 2) not large in size or amount
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adorn
to decorate
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solitude
the state or situation of being alone
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deplete
to use up the supply or resources of
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solemn
having or showing serious purpose and determination; formal
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proponent
a person who supports an idea, plan, or cause
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keen
sharp; highly developed (usually the senses)
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engulf
to surround and cover completely
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diverge
to go in different directions from the same point, to become different
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squalid
extremely dirty, poor, and unpleasant
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hypothetical
imagined or suggested but not necessarily real or true
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pressing
urgent or needing to be dealt with immediately
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solicitation
a request for money, information, or help
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meddle
interfere in something that is not one’s concern
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coarse
1) rough, not smooth 2) rude or offensive in manner or speech
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reproach
to criticize or express disapproval with someone
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immerse
1) to put something completely under a liquid 2) to involve someone completely in an activity
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clout
power and influence (especially in politics or business)
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exacerbate
to make something that is already bad worse
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dubious
doubtful
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plausible
possibly true, able to be believed, reasonable
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notion
a belief or idea
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impartial
able to judge something fairly
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swath
a long strip or area of something
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dabble
to try an activity in a casual way
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earnest
sincere and serious
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vitality
life, energy, and strength
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mimic
to imitate or copy (someone’s actions or words)
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agitate
1) to make someone troubled or nervous 2) to campaign for something in public
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practical
likely to succeed or be effective in real circumstances, relating to actual experience rather than knowledge only
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ominous
suggesting something unpleasant will happen
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dominion
1) control over a country or people 2) the land that belongs to a ruler
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pretense
a false display, an attempt to deceive
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egocentric
thinking only of oneself; self-centered
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exploit
to make full use of (a resource), to use (a person) in an unfair or selfish way
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comprise
to consist of or
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real circumstances
relating to actual experience rather than knowledge only
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ominous
suggesting something unpleasant will happen
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Example sentence: The dark clouds were ominous of an approaching storm.
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dominion
1) control over a country or people 2) the land that belongs to a ruler
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pretense
a false display, an attempt to deceive
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Example sentence: She maintained the pretense of being happy, even though she was struggling.
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egocentric
thinking only of oneself; self-centered
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exploit
to make full use of (a resource), to use (a person) in an unfair or selfish way
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comprise
to consist of or to be made up of
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plight
a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation
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exemplify
to be a typical example of something
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momentous
very important (in reference to a decision or event)
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reverberate
to continue to be heard; to echo repeatedly
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Example sentence: The sound of the bells reverberated throughout the valley.
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paternal
behaving or feeling as a father does toward his child
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Example sentence: His paternal instincts kicked in when he saw the child in danger.
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lament
to express sadness and regret about something
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Example sentence: She lamented the loss of her beloved pet.
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mediation
the process by which someone tries to end a disagreement by helping the two sides to talk about and agree on a solution
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miser
someone who has a great desire to possess money and hates to spend it
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supple
bending or able to be bent easily; not stiff; flexible
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oblivious
not aware of what is happening around you
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Example sentence: He was so engrossed in his book that he was oblivious to the commotion around him.
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sullen
silent and unpleasant; depressed; gloomy
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Example sentence: His sullen mood cast a shadow over the party.
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imperative
1) extremely important or urgent 2) something that needs to be done immediately
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Example sentence: It is imperative that we address this issue promptly.
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reminisce
to talk about the past with pleasure
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Example sentence: They sat by the fireplace, reminiscing about their childhood adventures.
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tranquil
calm, quiet, and peaceful
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Example sentence: The tranquil lake reflected the clear blue sky.
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cleave
to cut or split into at least two parts
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Example sentence: The lumberjack used an axe to cleave the log in half.
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reluctance
an unwillingness to do something
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Example sentence: Despite her reluctance, she agreed to join the team.
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misgiving
a feeling of doubt, uncertainty, or worry about a future event
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Example sentence: He had misgivings about the success of the project.
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sparse
small in number, often spread over a large area; scarce
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Example sentence: The sparse population of the remote village made it feel isolated.
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progenitor
originator, creator, founder
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Example sentence: He is considered the progenitor of modern psychology.
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absurd
ridiculous or completely unreasonable
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Example sentence: The idea of traveling to Mars on a bicycle seemed absurd.
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premise
an idea or theory on which a statement or action is based; an assumption
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Example sentence: The conclusion was drawn based on the premise that all humans are equal.
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scrutinize
to examine someone or something very carefully
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Example sentence: The detective scrutinized the evidence for any clues.
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supplemental
added to something else in order to improve it or complete it
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Example sentence: She provided supplemental information to enhance the report.
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poignant
causing a feeling of sadness
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Example sentence: The poignant story brought tears to her eyes.
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obscure
not known to many people, difficult to understand
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Example sentence: The professor's lecture on quantum physics was obscure to most students.
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ancestral
belonging to or inherited from one’s ancestors
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Example sentence: The ancestral home had been passed down through generations.
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gregarious
fond of company; sociable
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Example sentence: His gregarious nature made him the life of the party.
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exert
to use power or the ability to make something happen
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Example sentence: She had to exert all her strength to lift the heavy box.
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vigorous
strong, healthy, and full of energy
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Example sentence: The vigorous exercise routine kept him fit and active.
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entreat
to ask someone sincerely or anxiously to do something
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Example sentence: She entreated him to reconsider his decision.
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desolation
a state of complete emptiness or destruction
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Example sentence: The abandoned town was a picture of desolation.
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notorious
famous for something bad
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Example sentence: The notorious criminal had evaded capture for years.
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induce
1) to persuade someone to do something 2) to cause something to happen
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Example sentence: The music induced a sense of calm in the listeners.
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pompous
feeling that one is better or more important than other people
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Example sentence: His pompous attitude alienated those around him.
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disparage
to criticize someone or something in a way that shows a lack of respect
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Example sentence: It is not polite to disparage someone's efforts.
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intact
complete and in the original state; not damaged
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Example sentence: The ancient artifact was found intact after centuries.
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verdict
an opinion or judgment
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Example sentence: The jury reached a unanimous verdict in the trial.
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mundane
ordinary and dull
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Example sentence: The mundane tasks of daily life can sometimes be monotonous.
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spur
to encourage an activity or development, to cause something to develop faster
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Example sentence: The success of the project spurred further innovation.
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sentinel
a guard whose job is to stand and keep watch
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Example sentence: The sentinel patrolled the perimeter to ensure security.
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convey
to make (an idea or feeling) known or understandable to someone; to communicate
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Example sentence: She used gestures to convey her message to the deaf audience.
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render
to cause someone or something to be in a particular state
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Example sentence: The storm rendered the roads impassable.
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manifest
to show something clearly, through signs or actions
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Example sentence: His actions manifested his true intentions.
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continuum
a continuous sequence; a range
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Example sentence: The colors of the rainbow form a continuum of light.
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redress
to correct a wrong
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Example sentence: The apology was a step towards redressing the harm done.
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underscore
to emphasize the importance something
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Example sentence: The data underscores the need for immediate action.
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enfeeble
to make someone or something very weak
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Example sentence: The illness enfeebled his body, leaving him frail.
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disdain
dislike of someone or something that one feels does not deserve respect
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Example sentence: She regarded his proposal with disdain.
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flatter
to praise someone in order to please him or her
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Example sentence: She flattered her boss to gain favor in the office.
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posterity
all future generations of people
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Example sentence: The decisions we make today will impact posterity.
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sustain
to strengthen or support; to keep alive
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Example sentence: The community came together to sustain each other during the crisis.
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sheer
1) not mixed with anything else; pure or complete 2) very large
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Example sentence: The sheer cliff face was a challenge for climbers.
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assess
to judge the quality or importance of something
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Example sentence: The teacher will assess the students' understanding through a test.
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artisan
a person who does skilled work with his or her hands
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Example sentence: The artisan crafted a beautiful sculpture from marble.
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subtle
not loud, bright, noticeable, or obvious
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Example sentence: The subtle changes in the painting were only noticeable upon close inspection.
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repudiate
to refuse to accept something or someone; to reject
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Example sentence: She repudiated the claims made against her.
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meander
to follow a route that is not straight or direct
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Example sentence: The river meandered through the valley, creating a scenic landscape.
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effectual
successful in producing the intended results
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Example sentence: The new strategy proved to be effectual in increasing sales.
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meager
very small in amount or number
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Example sentence: The refugees had only a meager supply of food and water.
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tedious
boring, slow, and tiring
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Example sentence: The tedious task of data entry took hours to complete.
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calibrate
to carefully measure or adjust
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Example sentence: The equipment needs to be calibrated for accurate readings.
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potent
powerful, persuasive, or effective
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Example sentence: The potent medicine quickly relieved her symptoms.
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conducive
providing the right conditions for something to happen or exist; to help bring about
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Example sentence: The peaceful environment was conducive to creativity.
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reserved
tending to keep feelings or thoughts private; quiet
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Example sentence: He was reserved and rarely shared his personal experiences.
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medley
a mixture of different things
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Example sentence: The concert featured a medley of songs from different genres.
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advocate
1) to support an idea 2) a person who publicly supports an idea
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Example sentence: She advocated for equal rights for all individuals.
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undulate
to move with a smooth wavelike motion
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Example sentence: The fields undulated in the breeze like waves on the ocean.
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calibrate
to carefully measure or adjust
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Example: The technician needed to calibrate the scale before using it.
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potent
powerful, persuasive, or effective
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Example: The medicine was potent and quickly relieved his pain.
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conducive
providing the right conditions for something to happen or exist; to help bring about
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Example: The peaceful environment was conducive to studying.
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reserved
tending to keep feelings or thoughts private; quiet
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Example: She was reserved and didn't share much about herself.
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medley
a mixture of different things
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Example: The salad was a medley of fresh vegetables.
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advocate
1) to support an idea 2) a person who publicly supports an idea
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Example: She was a strong advocate for animal rights.
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undulate
to move with a smooth wavelike motion
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Example: The flag undulated in the breeze.
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magnitude
1) the great size or importance of something 2) the extent or degree of something
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Example: The magnitude of the earthquake was felt across the region.
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aggrandize
to make someone more powerful or important
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Example: The king sought to aggrandize his kingdom through conquest.
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pummel
to hit someone or something repeatedly
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Example: The boxer pummeled his opponent in the ring.
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timid
easily frightened; shy
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Example: The timid kitten hid behind the couch.
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bias
an unfair personal opinion that influences your judgment
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Example: The journalist's bias was evident in the way she reported the story.
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refine
to improve something by making small changes
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Example: The chef continued to refine the recipe until it was perfect.
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oscillate
to swing back and forth
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Example: The pendulum oscillated in a steady rhythm.
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esteem
respect and admiration for someone
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Example: She held her grandmother in high esteem for her wisdom.
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displace
to force something or someone out of its usual or original place
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Example: The floodwaters displaced many families from their homes.
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pulpit
a raised platform in a church from which the preacher speaks
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Example: The pastor stood at the pulpit to deliver his sermon.
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ingenious
clever, original, and inventive (in reference to a person)
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Example: The ingenious inventor created a device that revolutionized the industry.
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constitute
to be the parts that form something
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Example: These ingredients constitute the recipe for the cake.
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insatiable
impossible to satisfy
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Example: His insatiable appetite for knowledge drove him to read voraciously.
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volition
the power to make one’s own decisions
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Example: She acted of her own volition, without anyone telling her what to do.
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relish
to like or enjoy something
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Example: She relished the opportunity to travel to new places.
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facilitate
to make (an action or process) possible or easier
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Example: The new software program will facilitate data analysis.
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threshold
the level or point at which something starts
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Example: The noise reached the threshold of annoyance.
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reform
to make changes in something in order to improve it
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Example: The government implemented reforms to address social inequality.
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sneer
to make a facial expression that shows disapproval or disrespect
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Example: He sneered at her suggestion, indicating his lack of respect.
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profound
1) intense, extreme 2) requiring deep thought
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Example: The profound impact of the speech left the audience speechless.
