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What is the primary meaning of ‘numinous’?

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Relating to a spiritual or divine presence that is often regarded as mysterious, awe-inspiring, or supernatural.

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What is the secondary meaning of ‘numinous’?

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Filled with a sense of the spiritual or divine; characterized by a sense of reverence or holiness.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘numinous’ in a primary sense.

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‘The ancient temple had a numinous atmosphere that left visitors in awe.’

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘numinous’ in a secondary sense.

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‘The music had a numinous quality that touched the souls of those who listened.’

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List synonyms for ‘numinous’ in its primary meaning.

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  • Spiritual
  • Divine
  • Sacred
  • Mystical
  • Supernatural
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List synonyms for ‘numinous’ in its secondary meaning.

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  • Reverent
  • Holy
  • Transcendent
  • Ethereal
  • Hallowed
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What is the primary meaning of ‘gracious’?

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Courteous, kind, and polite; characterized by kindness and goodwill.

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What is the secondary meaning of ‘gracious’?

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Elegant and tasteful in appearance or manner.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘gracious’ in a primary sense.

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‘She was a gracious host, always making her guests feel welcome.’

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘gracious’ in a secondary sense.

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‘The ballroom was decorated in a gracious style with chandeliers and fine art.’

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List synonyms for ‘gracious’ in its primary meaning.

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  • Courteous
  • Kind
  • Polite
  • Hospitable
  • Amiable
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List synonyms for ‘gracious’ in its secondary meaning.

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  • Elegant
  • Tasteful
  • Refined
  • Stylish
  • Sophisticated
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What is the primary meaning of ‘clerical’?

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Relating to the clergy or the church; associated with religious duties or functions.

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What is the secondary meaning of ‘clerical’?

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Relating to office work or administrative tasks.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘clerical’ in a primary sense.

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‘The clerical collar worn by the priest identified him as a clergy member.’

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘clerical’ in a secondary sense.

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‘She spent her day doing clerical tasks like filing and data entry.’

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List synonyms for ‘clerical’ in its primary meaning.

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  • Religious
  • Priestly
  • Church-related
  • Ecclesiastical
  • Ministerial
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List synonyms for ‘clerical’ in its secondary meaning.

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  • Administrative
  • Office-related
  • Bureaucratic
  • Desk
  • Secretarial
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What is the primary meaning of ‘sober’?

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Not drunk; not affected by alcohol; serious, sensible, and solemn.

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What is the secondary meaning of ‘sober’?

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Showing self-control; not overly emotional or impulsive.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘sober’ in a primary sense.

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‘After the party, he had to make sure he was sober enough to drive home safely.’

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘sober’ in a secondary sense.

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‘She gave a sober assessment of the situation, pointing out the risks involved.’

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List synonyms for ‘sober’ in its primary meaning.

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  • Not drunk
  • Abstinent
  • Temperate
  • Clear-headed
  • Straight
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List synonyms for ‘sober’ in its secondary meaning.

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  • Serious
  • Sensible
  • Calm
  • Composed
  • Rational
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What is the primary meaning of 'befriend'?
To become a friend to someone; to establish a friendship with.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'befriend'?
To assist or support someone in a friendly manner.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'befriend' in a primary sense.
'She decided to befriend her new neighbor and invited them over for tea.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'befriend' in a secondary sense.
'He befriended the new employee and helped them adjust to the workplace.'
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List synonyms for 'befriend' in its primary meaning.
* Make friends with * Establish a friendship with * Befriend
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List synonyms for 'befriend' in its secondary meaning.
* Support * Assist * Help * Aid * Encourage
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What is the primary meaning of 'anachronistic'?
Belonging to a period other than the one being portrayed; out of place in time; outdated or obsolete.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'anachronistic'?
An error in chronology, such as something that is incorrectly placed in a historical period.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'anachronistic' in a primary sense.
'The medieval castle in the modern city seemed anachronistic and out of place.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'anachronistic' in a secondary sense.
'The anachronistic use of a cell phone in a historical film was a mistake.'
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List synonyms for 'anachronistic' in its primary meaning.
* Outdated * Obsolete * Antiquated * Outmoded * Old-fashioned
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List synonyms for 'anachronistic' in its secondary meaning.
* Chronological error * Misplacement * Misdating * Out-of-date * Outmoded
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What is the primary meaning of 'hapless'?
Unfortunate, unlucky, or having bad luck.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'hapless'?
Incompetent or lacking in skill; inept.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'hapless' in a primary sense.
'The hapless traveler encountered one mishap after another during their journey.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'hapless' in a secondary sense.
'His hapless attempts at fixing the plumbing only made the situation worse.'
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List synonyms for 'hapless' in its primary meaning.
* Unfortunate * Unlucky * Luckless * Jinxed * Ill-fated
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List synonyms for 'hapless' in its secondary meaning.
* Incompetent * Inept * Clumsy * Bungling * Ineffective
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What is the primary meaning of 'forebode'?
To predict or foretell a future event, especially one that is ominous or negative.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'forebode'?
To have a strong intuition or feeling about something negative happening in the future.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'forebode' in a primary sense.
'The dark clouds and thunder forebode a storm approaching.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'forebode' in a secondary sense.
'She had a sense of foreboding that something bad would happen during the trip.'
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List synonyms for 'forebode' in its primary meaning.
* Predict * Foretell * Portend * Prophesy * Presage
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List synonyms for 'forebode' in its secondary meaning.
* Sense * Intuit * Feel * Anticipate * Expect
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What is the primary meaning of 'ubiquitous'?
Present, appearing, or found everywhere; widespread and omnipresent.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'ubiquitous'?
Characterized by being constantly encountered or seen.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'ubiquitous' in a primary sense.
'In the digital age, smartphones have become ubiquitous, and almost everyone owns one.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'ubiquitous' in a secondary sense.
'The ubiquitous advertising banners on the internet can be quite annoying.'
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List synonyms for 'ubiquitous' in its primary meaning.
* Widespread * Pervasive * Omnipresent * Everywhere * All-over
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List synonyms for 'ubiquitous' in its secondary meaning.
* Constant * Persistent * Endless * Ever-present * Prevalent
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What is the primary meaning of 'distill'?
To purify a liquid by heating it to create vapor and then cooling it to create a liquid; to extract the essential or pure essence of something.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'distill'?
To condense or make something more concentrated, such as information or knowledge.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'distill' in a primary sense.
'The distillation process is used to produce high-quality spirits like whiskey and vodka.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'distill' in a secondary sense.
'The professor aimed to distill complex concepts into simple explanations for the students.'
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List synonyms for 'distill' in its primary meaning.
* Purify * Extract * Refine * Clarify * Concentrate
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List synonyms for 'distill' in its secondary meaning.
* Condense * Simplify * Summarize * Concentrate * Compress
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What is the primary meaning of 'sway'?
To move or cause to move gently back and forth or from side to side; to influence or control someone's actions, opinions, or decisions.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'sway'?
A gentle rocking motion; influence or control.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'sway' in a primary sense.
'The branches of the trees swayed in the breeze, creating a calming effect.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'sway' in a secondary sense.
'His charisma had a strong sway over the opinions of the people.'
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List synonyms for 'sway' in its primary meaning.
* Rock * Swing * Influence * Control * Persuade
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List synonyms for 'sway' in its secondary meaning.
* Rocking * Influence * Control * Dominance * Power
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What is the primary meaning of 'harrow'?
To disturb or torment someone intensely, causing emotional or psychological distress.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'harrow'?
To break up and level soil or ground using a harrow, a farm implement.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'harrow' in a primary sense.
'The tragic news of the accident harrowed the hearts of the entire community.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'harrow' in a secondary sense.
'The farmer used a harrow to prepare the soil for planting crops.'
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List synonyms for 'harrow' in its primary meaning.
* Torment * Distress * Agonize * Torture * Plague
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List synonyms for 'harrow' in its secondary meaning.
* Cultivate * Plow * Till * Work * Farm
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What is the primary meaning of 'catholic'?
Universal or inclusive; often used to refer to the Roman Catholic Church.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'catholic'?
Broad-minded, open to different beliefs or ideas; all-encompassing.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'catholic' in a primary sense.
'The idea of a universal language is seen as a catholic concept, aiming to unite people from all backgrounds.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'catholic' in a secondary sense.
'She had a catholic outlook on life, accepting diversity and different perspectives.'
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List synonyms for 'catholic' in its primary meaning.
* Universal * Inclusive * General * All-encompassing * Comprehensive
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List synonyms for 'catholic' in its secondary meaning.
* Broad-minded * Eclectic * Tolerant * Accepting * Ecumenical
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What is the primary meaning of 'aversion'?
A strong dislike or repugnance toward something; a feeling of intense opposition.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'aversion'?
The act of turning away from or avoiding something.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'aversion' in a primary sense.
'He had an aversion to spiders and would scream at the sight of one.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'aversion' in a secondary sense.
'Her aversion to public speaking made her decline the opportunity to give a speech.'
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List synonyms for 'aversion' in its primary meaning.
* Dislike * Hatred * Revulsion * Abhorrence * Repugnance
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List synonyms for 'aversion' in its secondary meaning.
* Avoidance * Shunning * Evasion * Refusal * Rejection
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What is the primary meaning of 'contentious'?
Causing or likely to cause an argument or disagreement; controversial.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'contentious'?
Involving a dispute or conflict; argumentative.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'contentious' in a primary sense.
'The contentious topic of politics often leads to heated debates.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'contentious' in a secondary sense.
'Their contentious relationship resulted in constant arguments and disagreements.'
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List synonyms for 'contentious' in its primary meaning.
* Controversial * Disputable * Disagreement-inducing * Debatable * Disputatious
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List synonyms for 'contentious' in its secondary meaning.
* Argumentative * Quarrelsome * Combative * Belligerent * Confrontational
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What is the primary meaning of 'decorum'?
Behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety; proper and respectable behavior.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'decorum'?
The conventions or requirements of polite behavior in society.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'decorum' in a primary sense.
'At the formal event, attendees were expected to adhere to a high level of decorum.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'decorum' in a secondary sense.
'He was known for his strict adherence to the decorum of etiquette in social situations.'
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List synonyms for 'decorum' in its primary meaning.
* Propriety * Etiquette * Politeness * Respectability * Good behavior
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List synonyms for 'decorum' in its secondary meaning.
* Etiquette * Manners * Civility * Protocol * Courtesy
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What is the primary meaning of 'inertia'?
The tendency of an object to remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force; lack of movement or activity.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'inertia'?
A tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged; resistance to change.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'inertia' in a primary sense.
'The car's inertia kept it moving forward even after the engine was turned off.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'inertia' in a secondary sense.
'Overcoming the inertia of procrastination can be a challenge.'
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List synonyms for 'inertia' in its primary meaning.
* Inaction * Immobility * Stillness * Stagnation * Rest
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List synonyms for 'inertia' in its secondary meaning.
* Resistance * Apathy * Laziness * Sloth * Indolence
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What is the primary meaning of 'sporadic'?
Occurring at irregular intervals or in scattered instances; not consistent or continuous.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'sporadic'?
Happening infrequently or occasionally; intermittent.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'sporadic' in a primary sense.
'The sporadic rain showers throughout the day kept everyone on their toes.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'sporadic' in a secondary sense.
'His sporadic attendance at meetings raised concerns about his commitment to the project.'
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List synonyms for 'sporadic' in its primary meaning.
* Intermittent * Irregular * Occasional * Infrequent * Scattered
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List synonyms for 'sporadic' in its secondary meaning.
* Periodic * Fitful * Uneven * Haphazard * Patchy
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What is the primary meaning of 'cunning'?
Cleverness or skill used to achieve a goal, especially when it involves deceit or trickery.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'cunning'?
Craftiness or slyness in behavior or actions.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'cunning' in a primary sense.
'His cunning plan to outwit his opponents worked perfectly, and he won the game.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'cunning' in a secondary sense.
'She used her cunning to navigate the complex world of corporate politics.'
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List synonyms for 'cunning' in its primary meaning.
* Crafty * Deceitful * Sly * Shrewd * Clever
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List synonyms for 'cunning' in its secondary meaning.
* Craftiness * Slyness * Trickery * Guile * Machination
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What is the primary meaning of 'toll'?
A charge or fee for using a particular service or road; the number of casualties or losses.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'toll'?
The sound of a bell ringing, especially solemnly or mournfully.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'toll' in a primary sense.
'The toll for crossing the bridge had increased, causing inconvenience for commuters.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'toll' in a secondary sense.
'The toll of the church bells signaled the start of the ceremony.'
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List synonyms for 'toll' in its primary meaning.
* Fee * Charge * Levy * Cost * Price
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List synonyms for 'toll' in its secondary meaning.
* Bell ringing * Chime * Peal * Knell * Sound
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What is the primary meaning of 'vigorous'?
Full of physical or mental strength and energy; robust and healthy.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'vigorous'?
Characterized by intensity or force; strong and powerful.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'vigorous' in a primary sense.
'After regular exercise, he felt vigorous and full of energy.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'vigorous' in a secondary sense.
'The vigorous debate in the courtroom left everyone on edge.'
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List synonyms for 'vigorous' in its primary meaning.
* Robust * Energetic * Strong * Healthy * Vital
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List synonyms for 'vigorous' in its secondary meaning.
* Intense * Forceful * Powerful * Energetic * Dynamic
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What is the primary meaning of 'gaffe'?
An unintentional and embarrassing mistake or blunder, especially in speech or behavior.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'gaffe'?
A social or diplomatic error that causes embarrassment or offense.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'gaffe' in a primary sense.
'His gaffe during the speech left the audience in awkward silence.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'gaffe' in a secondary sense.
'The diplomat's gaffe at the international conference strained relations between the two countries.'
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List synonyms for 'gaffe' in its primary meaning.
* Blunder * Mistake * Faux pas * Error * Slip-up
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List synonyms for 'gaffe' in its secondary meaning.
* Social blunder * Diplomatic error * Misstep * Impropriety * Indiscretion
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What is the primary meaning of 'injudicious'?
Lacking good judgment or wisdom; unwise or imprudent.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'injudicious'?
Ill-considered or hasty in decision-making.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'injudicious' in a primary sense.
'His injudicious investment decisions led to financial losses.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'injudicious' in a secondary sense.
'Making an injudicious remark during the meeting was not a wise move.'
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List synonyms for 'injudicious' in its primary meaning.
* Unwise * Imprudent * Foolish * Ill-advised * Rash
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List synonyms for 'injudicious' in its secondary meaning.
* Hasty * Ill-considered * Thoughtless * Careless * Impulsive
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What is the primary meaning of 'bias'?
Prejudice or favoritism toward one side or viewpoint, often to the detriment of fairness and objectivity.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'bias'?
A tendency or inclination toward a particular perspective or belief.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'bias' in a primary sense.
'The journalist's bias was evident in the way they framed the news story.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'bias' in a secondary sense.
'Her personal bias influenced her choice of research topics.'
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List synonyms for 'bias' in its primary meaning.
* Prejudice * Partiality * Favoritism * Discrimination * Unfairness
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List synonyms for 'bias' in its secondary meaning.
* Inclination * Tendency * Leanings * Predisposition * Predilection
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What is the primary meaning of 'abate'?
To become less intense, severe, or active; to diminish or decrease.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'abate'?
To officially revoke or end, such as a legal order or a nuisance.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'abate' in a primary sense.
'After the storm, the rain began to abate, and the winds calmed down.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'abate' in a secondary sense.
'The city authorities decided to abate the noise pollution by implementing stricter regulations.'
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List synonyms for 'abate' in its primary meaning.
* Diminish * Decrease * Subside * Lessen * Reduce
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List synonyms for 'abate' in its secondary meaning.
* Revoke * Annul * Cancel * Quash * Nullify
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What is the primary meaning of 'capricious'?
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; unpredictable and impulsive.
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What is the secondary meaning of 'capricious'?
Subject to whim or fancy; characterized by a lack of consistency.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'capricious' in a primary sense.
'Her capricious nature made it difficult to anticipate her reactions.'
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Provide a contextual usage of 'capricious' in a secondary sense.
'The stock market can be quite capricious, with prices fluctuating rapidly.'
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List synonyms for 'capricious' in its primary meaning.
* Impulsive * Unpredictable * Whimsical * Fickle * Erratic
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List synonyms for 'capricious' in its secondary meaning.
* Inconsistent * Changeable * Volatile * Mercurial * Unstable
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What is the primary meaning of 'cerebral'?
Relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual and thoughtful.
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What does the term 'capricious' mean?
Characterized by a lack of consistency ## Footnote Examples include unpredictable behavior in individuals or fluctuating market conditions.
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Provide synonyms for 'capricious'.
* Impulsive * Unpredictable * Whimsical * Fickle * Erratic ## Footnote Synonyms can also include inconsistent, changeable, volatile, mercurial, and unstable.
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What is the primary meaning of 'cerebral'?
Relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual and thoughtful ## Footnote 'The cerebral cortex is responsible for higher cognitive functions.'
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List some synonyms for 'cerebral'.
* Intellectual * Brainy * Cognitive * Mental * Thoughtful ## Footnote Other synonyms include reflective and contemplative.
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What does 'dwindling' refer to?
Becoming gradually less; diminishing in quantity, size, or importance ## Footnote Example: 'The dwindling water supply in the reservoir raised concerns about drought.'
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Provide synonyms for 'dwindling'.
* Decreasing * Shrinking * Diminishing * Declining * Fading ## Footnote Additional synonyms include decline, reduction, decrease, erosion, and drop.
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Define 'illusory'.
Based on or producing an illusion; deceptive or misleading ## Footnote Example: 'The mirage in the desert created the illusory appearance of water on the horizon.'
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What are some synonyms for 'illusory'?
* Deceptive * Misleading * Illusive * False * Delusive ## Footnote Other synonyms include unreal, imaginary, and fictitious.
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What does 'giddily' mean?
In a light-hearted and frivolous manner; with a sense of excitement and joy ## Footnote Example: 'After winning the lottery, she giddily celebrated with her friends.'
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List synonyms for 'giddily'.
* Joyfully * Gleefully * Excitedly * Happily * Light-heartedly ## Footnote Other synonyms include dizzily, disoriented, woozily, vertiginously, and unsteadily.
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What does 'penitent' mean?
Feeling or showing regret and remorse for one's wrongdoing; contrite ## Footnote Example: 'He was genuinely penitent for his actions and apologized to those he had hurt.'
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Provide synonyms for 'penitent'.
* Contrite * Remorseful * Regretful * Sorry * Apologetic ## Footnote Additional synonyms include repentant, confessional, atoning, forgiving, and redeemed.
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Define 'forgo'.
To voluntarily give up or abstain from something; to do without or refrain from ## Footnote Example: 'He chose to forgo dessert to stick to his diet.'
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What does 'demanding' mean?
Requiring a lot of effort, attention, or resources; challenging and exacting ## Footnote Example: 'Her job was demanding, with tight deadlines and high expectations.'
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List synonyms for 'demanding'.
* Challenging * Taxing * Strenuous * Difficult * Exhausting ## Footnote Other synonyms include expecting, requiring, exacting, stern, and rigorous.
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What is the primary meaning of 'mediate'?
To intervene in a dispute or conflict to bring about a resolution; to act as a mediator ## Footnote Example: 'The mediator helped mediate the negotiations between the two feuding parties.'
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Provide synonyms for 'mediate'.
* Intervene * Arbitrate * Negotiate * Intercede * Resolve ## Footnote Additional synonyms include settle, interpose, reconcile, intermediate, and broker.
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Define 'entrench'.
To establish firmly and securely; to make something deeply ingrained or entrenched ## Footnote Example: 'The company's dominant market position was deeply entrenched.'
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What does 'wayward' describe?
Disobedient or difficult to control; deviating from what is expected or conventional ## Footnote Example: 'The wayward teenager often clashed with his parents over rules and curfews.'
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List synonyms for 'wayward'.
* Disobedient * Rebellious * Unruly * Defiant * Headstrong ## Footnote Other synonyms include aimless, unpredictable, erratic, meandering, and wandering.
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What does 'marketable' mean?
Suitable for sale or capable of being sold; likely to be attractive to buyers ## Footnote Example: 'The new product was highly marketable due to its unique features and affordable price.'
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Provide synonyms for 'marketable'.
* Saleable * Commercial * Vendible * Attractive * Popular ## Footnote Additional synonyms include lucrative and appealing.
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Define 'obstreperous'.
Noisy, unruly, or difficult to control; resisting control or restraint ## Footnote Example: 'The obstreperous children in the classroom made it challenging for the teacher to maintain order.'
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What are some synonyms for 'obstreperous'?
* Noisy * Rowdy * Disorderly * Unruly * Disruptive ## Footnote Other synonyms include boisterous, riotous, rebellious, and turbulent.
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What does 'disinterested' mean?
Not influenced by personal interest or bias; impartial and neutral ## Footnote Example: 'The judge was disinterested in the outcome and focused on upholding the law.'
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List synonyms for 'disinterested'.
* Impartial * Unbiased * Neutral * Objective * Unprejudiced ## Footnote Other synonyms include indifferent, uninterested, apathetic, bored, and aloof.
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Define 'waning'.
Becoming gradually less; diminishing in intensity, size, or importance ## Footnote Example: 'The waning support for the political candidate was evident in the polls.'
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Provide synonyms for 'waning'.
* Decreasing * Diminishing * Declining * Fading * Ebbing ## Footnote Other synonyms include decrease, decline, lessening, diminishment, and diminution.
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What does 'pertinent' mean?
Relevant or applicable to a particular matter; directly related to the subject at hand ## Footnote Example: 'Her comments during the meeting were pertinent to the discussion.'
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List synonyms for 'pertinent'.
* Relevant * Applicable * Related * Suitable * Appropriate ## Footnote Other synonyms include connected, apposite, apt, and on-topic.
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What does 'apprise' mean?
To inform or notify someone about something; to make someone aware of a situation or information ## Footnote Example: 'He apprised the team of the changes in the project's timeline.'
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Provide synonyms for 'apprise'.
* Inform * Notify * Advise * Tell * Brief ## Footnote Other synonyms include update, report, and fill in.
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Define 'attenuate'.
To make something weaker or thinner, especially by dilution or reduction in force or effect ## Footnote Example: 'The water was attenuated with additives to make it safe for consumption.'
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List synonyms for 'attenuate'.
* Weaken * Dilute * Thin * Reduce * Water down ## Footnote Additional synonyms include diminish, lessen, decrease, mitigate, and alleviate.
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What is a 'premonition'?
A strong feeling or sense of something about to happen, typically something negative or ominous ## Footnote Example: 'She had a premonition of danger just before the accident occurred.'
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Provide synonyms for 'premonition'.
* Foreboding * Omen * Presentiment * Forewarning * Intuition ## Footnote Other synonyms include foreknowledge and prophetic vision.
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Define 'cope'.
To deal effectively with a difficult or challenging situation; to manage or handle stress, adversity, or pressure ## Footnote Example: 'She had to cope with the loss of her loved one by seeking support from friends.'
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What are synonyms for 'cope'?
* Deal with * Manage * Handle * Face * Tackle ## Footnote Other synonyms include strategy, method, technique, approach, and mechanism.
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What does 'banal' mean?
Lacking originality, freshness, or creativity; trite and overused ## Footnote Example: 'The banal dialogue in the movie made it predictable and uninteresting.'
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List synonyms for 'banal'.
* Trite * Clichéd * Unoriginal * Stereotyped * Hackneyed ## Footnote Additional synonyms include ordinary, commonplace, dull, mundane, and predictable.
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What is a 'quandary'?
A state of uncertainty or confusion, especially when faced with a difficult decision or problem ## Footnote Example: 'She found herself in a quandary when she had to choose between two equally appealing job offers.'
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Provide synonyms for 'quandary'.
* Dilemma * Predicament * Confusion * Puzzle * Dilemmatic ## Footnote Other synonyms include predicament and dilemma.
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Define 'impudent'.
Rude, disrespectful, or insolent in speech or behavior; showing a lack of respect ## Footnote Example: 'His impudent remarks during the meeting offended his colleagues.'
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List synonyms for 'impudent'.
* Rude * Disrespectful * Insolent * Impertinent * Cheeky ## Footnote Additional synonyms include shameless, bold, brazen, audacious, and immodest.
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What does 'enlighten' mean?
To provide knowledge, insight, or understanding; to make someone aware of information or truth ## Footnote Example: 'His goal was to enlighten the audience about the importance of environmental conservation.'
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Provide synonyms for 'enlighten'.
* Educate * Inform * Instruct * Illuminate * Edify ## Footnote Other synonyms include clarify, shed light on, explain, and elucidate.
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Define 'acolyte'.
A person who is a devoted follower or assistant, often in a religious or philosophical context ## Footnote Example: 'She was an acolyte of the spiritual guru, following his teachings closely.'
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List synonyms for 'acolyte'.
* Follower * Disciple * Devotee * Worshiper * Believer ## Footnote Other synonyms include apprentice, novice, learner, trainee, and protégé.

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