Deck 21 Flashcards
(150 cards)
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What is the primary meaning of ‘fruitful’?
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Producing good or helpful results; productive.
2
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘fruitful’?
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(Fertile) Capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops.
3
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘fruitful’ in a primary sense.
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The meeting was fruitful and led to several innovative solutions.
4
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What are some synonyms for ‘fruitful’?
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- Productive
- Fertile
- Beneficial
- Prolific
- Effective
5
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Define ‘altruistic’.
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Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.
6
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘altruistic’.
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Her altruistic efforts in the community were widely recognized.
7
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List synonyms for ‘altruistic’.
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- Unselfish
- Selfless
- Charitable
- Benevolent
- Generous
8
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What does ‘corroborate’ mean?
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Confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).
9
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘corroborate’.
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The witness’s testimony served to corroborate the defendant’s alibi.
10
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List synonyms for ‘corroborate’.
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- Confirm
- Verify
- Substantiate
- Validate
- Support
11
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What is the primary meaning of ‘sound’?
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Vibrations that travel through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person’s or animal’s ear.
12
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘sound’ in a primary sense.
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The sound of the waves was soothing to her.
13
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List synonyms for ‘sound’ in a primary sense.
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- Noise
- Resonance
- Audio
- Echo
- Vibration
14
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What does ‘churlish’ mean?
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Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.
15
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘churlish’.
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His churlish behavior at the dinner party was embarrassing.
16
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List synonyms for ‘churlish’.
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- Rude
- Crude
- Surly
- Boorish
- Vulgar
17
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Define ‘analogous’.
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Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared.
18
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘analogous’.
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The structure of an atom is often considered analogous to the solar system.
19
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List synonyms for ‘analogous’.
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- Similar
- Comparable
- Like
- Parallel
- Equivalent
20
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What does ‘extrapolate’ mean?
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Extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.
21
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘extrapolate’.
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The scientists extrapolated future climate conditions from past data.
22
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List synonyms for ‘extrapolate’.
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- Infer
- Deduce
- Predict
- Project
- Estimate
23
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What is the primary meaning of ‘temerarious’?
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Recklessly bold or rash.
24
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Provide a contextual usage of ‘temerarious’.
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His temerarious actions during the expedition put the whole team at risk.
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List synonyms for 'temerarious'.
* Reckless
* Rash
* Bold
* Daredevil
* Audacious
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What does 'perilous' mean?
Full of danger or risk.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'perilous'.
The mountain climbers faced a perilous journey ahead.
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List synonyms for 'perilous'.
* Dangerous
* Risky
* Hazardous
* Treacherous
* Unsafe
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What does 'vacuous' mean?
Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.
30
Provide a contextual usage of 'vacuous'.
His speech was criticized for being vacuous and lacking in substance.
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List synonyms for 'vacuous'.
* Empty-headed
* Inane
* Mindless
* Vapid
* Stupid
32
Define 'testable'.
Capable of being tested or tried out.
33
Provide a contextual usage of 'testable'.
The new software feature is testable in the latest beta release.
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List synonyms for 'testable'.
* Verifiable
* Experimentable
* Triable
* Provable
* Examinable
35
What is the primary meaning of 'conflagration'?
An extensive fire that destroys a great deal of land or property.
36
Provide a contextual usage of 'conflagration'.
The conflagration spread quickly through the dry forest.
37
List synonyms for 'conflagration'.
* Blaze
* Inferno
* Firestorm
* Holocaust
* Wildfire
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What does 'spendthrift' mean?
A person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'spendthrift'.
Despite his high salary, his spendthrift habits left him in constant debt.
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List synonyms for 'spendthrift'.
* Wasteful
* Prodigal
* Extravagant
* Imprudent
* Squanderer
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What is the primary meaning of 'convalescent'?
(Of a person) recovering from an illness or operation.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'convalescent'.
The convalescent patient required additional rest and care.
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List synonyms for 'convalescent'.
* Recovering
* Recuperating
* Healing
* Mending
* Improving
44
What does 'expedite' mean?
Make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'expedite'.
She requested to expedite the shipment of her order.
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List synonyms for 'expedite'.
* Hasten
* Accelerate
* Speed up
* Quicken
* Fast-track
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What does 'ensue' mean?
Happen or occur afterward or as a result.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'ensue'.
Chaos ensued after the unexpected announcement.
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List synonyms for 'ensue'.
* Follow
* Result
* Arise
* Emerge
* Occur
50
Define 'arbitrary'.
Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'arbitrary'.
His decision to choose a candidate seemed arbitrary.
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List synonyms for 'arbitrary'.
* Capricious
* Whimsical
* Random
* Unreasoned
* Dictatorial
53
What does 'deliberate' mean?
Done consciously and intentionally.
54
Provide a contextual usage of 'deliberate'.
The jury concluded that the act was deliberate and premeditated.
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List synonyms for 'deliberate'.
* Intentional
* Considered
* Calculated
* Conscious
* Measured
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What does 'piquant' mean?
Having a pleasantly sharp taste or appetizing flavor.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'piquant'.
The sauce was piquant and complemented the dish well.
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List synonyms for 'piquant'.
* Tangy
* Spicy
* Zesty
* Flavorful
* Peppery
59
Define 'excoriate'.
Criticize severely and harshly.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'excoriate'.
The politician was excoriated by the media for his comments.
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List synonyms for 'excoriate'.
* Criticize
* Censure
* Denounce
* Flay
* Lacerate
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What is the primary meaning of 'passivity'?
Acceptance of what happens, without active response or resistance.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'passivity'.
The team's passivity in the face of challenges led to their downfall.
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List synonyms for 'passivity'.
* Inaction
* Inactivity
* Nonresistance
* Submissiveness
* Acquiescence
65
What is the primary meaning of 'rein'?
A long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse while riding or driving.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'rein'.
He gently pulled on the reins to steer the horse.
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List synonyms for 'rein'.
* Control
* Bridle
* Check
* Restraint
* Harness
68
Define 'normative'.
Establishing, relating to, or deriving from a standard or norm, especially of behavior.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'normative'.
Normative guidelines for professional conduct were strictly enforced.
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List synonyms for 'normative'.
* Standardizing
* Prescriptive
* Conventional
* Regulatory
* Typical
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What does 'serene' mean?
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'serene'.
She had a serene expression that belied her inner turmoil.
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List synonyms for 'serene'.
* Peaceful
* Calm
* Tranquil
* Untroubled
* Placid
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What does 'compliment' mean?
A polite expression of praise or admiration.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'compliment'.
He blushed when he received a compliment on his artwork.
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List synonyms for 'compliment'.
* Praise
* Flattery
* Admiration
* Commendation
* Tribute
77
Define 'prurient'.
Having or encouraging an excessive interest in sexual matters.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'prurient'.
The book was criticized for its prurient content.
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List synonyms for 'prurient'.
* Lewd
* Lustful
* Salacious
* Obscene
* Licentious
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What does 'flattery' mean?
Excessive and insincere praise, especially given to further one's own interests.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'flattery'.
His constant flattery was intended to win the manager's favor.
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List synonyms for 'flattery'.
* Praise
* Adulation
* Compliments
* Sycophancy
* Ingratiation
83
What does 'decry' mean?
Publicly denounce or criticize.
84
Provide a contextual usage of 'decry'.
Activists decried the new policy as an infringement on civil liberties.
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List synonyms for 'decry'.
* Denounce
* Condemn
* Criticize
* Attack
* Censure
86
Define 'cynical'.
Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'cynical'.
His cynical view of politics made him skeptical of any new promises.
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List synonyms for 'cynical'.
* Skeptical
* Doubtful
* Distrustful
* Pessimistic
* Disbelieving
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What does 'indolent' mean?
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'indolent'.
His indolent lifestyle was a concern to his health-conscious friends.
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List synonyms for 'indolent'.
* Lazy
* Idle
* Inactive
* Slothful
* Lethargic
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What does 'chagrin' mean?
Distress or embarrassment at having failed or been humiliated.
93
Provide a contextual usage of 'chagrin'.
To her chagrin, she realized she had forgotten the important documents at home.
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List synonyms for 'chagrin'.
* Embarrassment
* Mortification
* Disappointment
* Humiliation
* Dismay
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What does 'unexceptionable' mean?
Not open to objection; unobjectionable.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'unexceptionable'.
His conduct was unexceptionable and beyond reproach.
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List synonyms for 'unexceptionable'.
* Faultless
* Flawless
* Impeccable
* Perfect
* Irreproachable
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What is the primary meaning of 'anomaly'?
Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'anomaly'.
The scientist studied the anomaly in the experiment's results.
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List synonyms for 'anomaly'.
* Irregularity
* Aberration
* Exception
* Oddity
* Deviation
101
What does 'gratify' mean?
Give (someone) pleasure or satisfaction.
102
Provide a contextual usage of 'gratify'.
He was gratified by the positive response to his presentation.
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List synonyms for 'gratify'.
* Please
* Satisfy
* Delight
* Indulge
* Fulfill
104
What does 'astute' mean?
Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'astute'.
Her astute observations were invaluable during the negotiations.
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List synonyms for 'astute'.
* Shrewd
* Clever
* Smart
* Sharp
* Intelligent
107
What is the primary meaning of 'cloak'?
A sleeveless outdoor overgarment that hangs loosely from the shoulders.
108
Provide a contextual usage of 'cloak'.
He wrapped herself in a thick cloak to ward off the cold.
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List synonyms for 'cloak'.
* Cape
* Mantle
* Shawl
* Cover
* Disguise
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What does 'lofty' mean?
Of imposing height.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'lofty'.
The castle was surrounded by lofty mountains.
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List synonyms for 'lofty'.
* Tall
* High
* Elevated
* Exalted
* Haughty
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What does 'astound' mean?
Shock or greatly surprise.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'astound'.
The magician's tricks continued to astound the audience.
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List synonyms for 'astound'.
* Amaze
* Astonish
* Shock
* Stun
* Surprise
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What does 'haughty' mean?
Arrogantly superior and disdainful.
117
Provide a contextual usage of 'haughty'.
His haughty demeanor was off-putting to many.
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List synonyms for 'haughty'.
* Proud
* Arrogant
* Conceited
* Snobbish
* Supercilious
119
What does 'undisturbed' mean?
Not disturbed or affected by emotional or physical turmoil.
120
Provide a contextual usage of 'undisturbed'.
The forest lay undisturbed and serene in the morning light.
121
List synonyms for 'undisturbed'.
* Unperturbed
* Peaceful
122
What is the primary meaning of 'haughty'?
Arrogantly superior and disdainful.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'His haughty demeanor was off-putting to many.'
123
List five synonyms for 'haughty'.
* Proud
* Arrogant
* Conceited
* Snobbish
* Supercilious
124
What does 'undisturbed' mean?
Not disturbed or affected by emotional or physical turmoil.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The forest lay undisturbed and serene in the morning light.'
125
List five synonyms for 'undisturbed'.
* Unperturbed
* Peaceful
* Tranquil
* Untroubled
* Serene
126
What is the primary meaning of 'placid'?
(Of a person or animal) Not easily upset or excited.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'Despite the chaos around him, he remained placid and composed.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'placid'?
(Especially of a place or stretch of water) Calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The lake was placid, reflecting the clear blue sky.'
128
List five synonyms for 'placid'.
* Calm
* Peaceful
* Tranquil
* Serene
* Unruffled
129
What does 'punctilious' mean?
Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'She was punctilious in her planning, ensuring every detail was perfect.'
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List five synonyms for 'punctilious'.
* Meticulous
* Careful
* Diligent
* Precise
* Exact
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What is the primary meaning of 'acute'?
(Of a bad, difficult, or unwelcome situation or phenomenon) Present or experienced to a severe or intense degree.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The country was facing an acute economic crisis.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'acute'?
Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; shrewd.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'acute' in a medical context?
(Of a disease or its symptoms) of short duration but typically severe.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'He was hospitalized with acute appendicitis.'
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List five synonyms for 'acute'.
* Severe
* Intense
* Sharp
* Keen
* Piercing
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What does 'irreconcilable' mean?
(Of ideas, facts, or statements) Representing findings or points of view that are so different from each other that they cannot be made compatible.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'Their differences were irreconcilable, leading to the dissolution of the partnership.'
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List five synonyms for 'irreconcilable'.
* Incompatible
* Inconsolable
* Unreconcilable
* Irreparable
* Irresolvable
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What is the primary meaning of 'transcend'?
Be or go beyond the range or limits of something abstract, typically a conceptual field or division.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'transcend' in a spiritual context?
(Spiritually) Go beyond ordinary limits.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The artist sought to transcend the physical world through meditation.'
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List five synonyms for 'transcend'.
* Surpass
* Exceed
* Outstrip
* Eclipse
* Overcome
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What does 'egoism' mean?
An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'His philosophy can be best described as a form of rational egoism.'
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List five synonyms for 'egoism'.
* Selfishness
* Self-centeredness
* Egocentrism
* Narcissism
* Self-interest
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What is the primary meaning of 'shrill'?
(Of a voice or sound) High-pitched and piercing.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The alarm emitted a shrill beep that startled everyone.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'shrill'?
(Figuratively) Excessively loud and forceful, especially in a way that is grating or unpleasant.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'The debate was dominated by shrill voices drowning out reason.'
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List five synonyms for 'shrill'.
* Piercing
* High-pitched
* Screeching
* Ear-piercing
* Strident
145
What does 'delusion' mean?
A belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality, typically a symptom of a mental disorder.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'He was under the delusion that he was a great writer.'
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List five synonyms for 'delusion'.
* Misbelief
* False belief
* Hallucination
* Fantasy
* Illusion
147
What is the primary meaning of 'avarice'?
Extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'His actions were motivated purely by avarice.'
148
List five synonyms for 'avarice'.
* Greed
* Covetousness
* Acquisitiveness
* Cupidity
* Materialism
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What does 'erudite' mean?
Having or showing great knowledge or learning.
## Footnote
Contextual usage: 'She was known for her erudite lectures on medieval history.'
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List five synonyms for 'erudite'.
* Learned
* Scholarly
* Educated
* Knowledgeable
* Intellectual
