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What does ‘peripatetic’ primarily mean?

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Traveling from place to place, especially for work or based on a wandering lifestyle.

Secondary meaning relates to walking or movement.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘peripatetic’.

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“As a peripatetic teacher, she moved between three schools every week.”

Another usage: “The philosopher enjoyed peripatetic discussions in the garden.”

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What are synonyms for ‘peripatetic’?

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  • Itinerant
  • Nomadic
  • Roaming
  • Wandering
  • Vagabond
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What is the primary meaning of ‘froward’?

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Stubbornly contrary or disobedient; difficult to deal with.

No secondary meaning.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘froward’.

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“The froward child refused to listen to any instructions.”

No secondary usage.

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What are synonyms for ‘froward’?

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  • Obstinate
  • Contrary
  • Recalcitrant
  • Willful
  • Perverse
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What does ‘reconnoiter’ primarily mean?

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To survey or explore an area to gather information, especially for military purposes.

Secondary meaning is to investigate or make a preliminary observation.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘reconnoiter’.

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“The soldiers were sent to reconnoiter the enemy’s position.”

Another usage: “She reconnoitered the neighborhood before buying the house.”

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What are synonyms for ‘reconnoiter’?

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  • Scout
  • Survey
  • Inspect
  • Explore
  • Examine
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What is the primary meaning of ‘arbiter’?

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A person with the authority to settle a dispute or judge something.

Secondary meaning is an ultimate authority or influencer in a particular domain.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘arbiter’.

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“The arbiter decided in favor of the plaintiff.”

Another usage: “He was an arbiter of taste in the art world.”

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What are synonyms for ‘arbiter’?

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  • Judge
  • Referee
  • Mediator
  • Umpire
  • Authority
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What does ‘dross’ primarily refer to?

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Waste or impurities removed from a metal during refining.

Secondary meaning refers to something considered worthless or of low quality.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘dross’.

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“The dross was skimmed off during the smelting process.”

Another usage: “Critics dismissed the movie as pure dross.”

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What are synonyms for ‘dross’?

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  • Waste
  • Refuse
  • Residue
  • Scum
  • Trash
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What is the primary meaning of ‘eugenics’?

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The science of improving a population by controlled breeding to increase desirable heritable traits.

No secondary meaning.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘eugenics’.

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“Eugenics programs were widely criticized for their ethical implications.”

No secondary usage.

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What are synonyms for ‘eugenics’?

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  • Selective breeding
  • Genetic improvement
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What does ‘natty’ primarily mean?

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Stylish and neat in appearance or dress.

No secondary meaning.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘natty’.

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“He looked natty in his tailored suit and polished shoes.”

No secondary usage.

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What are synonyms for ‘natty’?

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  • Dapper
  • Smart
  • Chic
  • Fashionable
  • Snazzy
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What is the primary meaning of ‘manse’?

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A large house, typically one occupied by a minister of a church.

Secondary meaning refers to a mansion or impressive residence.

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Provide a contextual usage of ‘manse’.

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“The pastor lived in the old manse at the edge of the village.”

Another usage: “The historic manse was converted into a museum.”

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What are synonyms for ‘manse’?

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  • Mansion
  • Parsonage
  • Rectory
  • Residence
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What does 'hubris' primarily mean?
Excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to downfall. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'hubris'.
"The hero's hubris led him to underestimate his opponent." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'hubris'?
* Arrogance * Conceit * Pride * Vanity * Overconfidence
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What does 'posit' primarily mean?
To assume or suggest something as a fact or basis for argument. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to place firmly or put forward.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'posit'.
"He posited that the universe is infinite." ## Footnote Another usage: "The researcher posited the device on the table for demonstration."
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What are synonyms for 'posit'?
* Propose * Postulate * Assert * Suggest * Hypothesize
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What does 'compunction' primarily mean?
A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows wrongdoing. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'compunction'.
"She felt no compunction about leaving her job abruptly." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'compunction'?
* Remorse * Regret * Guilt * Contrition * Repentance
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What does 'steel' primarily mean?
To mentally prepare oneself to face something challenging or unpleasant. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
35
Provide a contextual usage of 'steel'.
"She steeled herself before entering the courtroom." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'steel'?
* Fortify * Brace * Prepare * Harden * Strengthen
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What does 'revile' primarily mean?
To criticize or insult in an angry or abusive manner. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
38
Provide a contextual usage of 'revile'.
"The politician was reviled by his opponents during the debate." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'revile'?
* Abuse * Condemn * Scorn * Vilify * Denounce
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What does 'refectory' primarily mean?
A communal dining hall, especially in a monastery or academic institution. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'refectory'.
"The students gathered in the refectory for lunch." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'refectory'?
* Dining hall * Cafeteria * Mess * Banquet room
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What does 'alloy' primarily refer to?
A mixture of two or more metals. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to combine or mix something with lesser value.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'alloy'.
"Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin." ## Footnote Another usage: "His joy was alloyed by a hint of regret."
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What are synonyms for 'alloy'?
* Mixture * Blend * Fusion * Amalgam
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What does 'traducer' primarily mean?
To speak badly of or defame someone. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'traducer'.
"The tabloids traduced her reputation with baseless rumors." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'traducer'?
* Slander * Defame * Malign * Vilify * Libel
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What does 'militate' primarily mean?
To have a strong influence against or in favor of something. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
50
Provide a contextual usage of 'militate'.
"The lack of funding militates against the project's success." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'militate'?
* Oppose * Hinder * Obstruct * Influence
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What does 'filigree' primarily mean?
Delicate, intricate ornamental work, often in fine wire. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to something intricate or fancy.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'filigree'.
"The necklace featured exquisite gold filigree." ## Footnote Another usage: "The story was a filigree of lies and half-truths."
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What are synonyms for 'filigree'?
* Ornamentation * Intricacy * Embellishment * Detail
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What does 'welter' primarily mean?
A state of disorder or confusion. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to move in a turbulent or chaotic manner.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'welter'.
"The room was a welter of papers and books." ## Footnote Another usage: "The ship weltered in the rough seas."
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What are synonyms for 'welter'?
* Chaos * Turmoil * Confusion * Jumble
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What does 'blanch' primarily mean?
To make white or pale by extracting color. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to growing pale from fear or shock.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'blanch'.
"The vegetables were blanched before cooking." ## Footnote Another usage: "She blanched at the sight of the accident."
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What are synonyms for 'blanch'?
* Whiten * Bleach * Pale * Lighten
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What does 'scourge' primarily mean?
A person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to a whip used as an instrument of punishment.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'scourge'.
"The disease became a scourge across the country." ## Footnote Another usage: "The prisoner was punished with a scourge."
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What are synonyms for 'scourge'?
* Plague * Bane * Curse * Affliction
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What does 'salient' primarily mean?
Most noticeable or important. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to projecting or pointing outward.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'salient'.
"The report highlighted the salient points of the proposal." ## Footnote Another usage: "The castle's salient features included its massive towers."
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What are synonyms for 'salient'?
* Prominent * Significant * Outstanding * Noteworthy
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What does 'philology' primarily mean?
The study of language in written historical sources. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to the study of literary texts and their authenticity.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'philology'.
"Her expertise in philology helped uncover the origins of the manuscript." ## Footnote Another usage: "He devoted his career to philology and ancient languages."
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What are synonyms for 'philology'?
* Linguistics * Etymology * Language studies
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What does 'nostrum' primarily mean?
A medicine or remedy of doubtful effectiveness. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to a scheme or idea for solving a problem, often unrealistic.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'nostrum'.
"The salesman offered a nostrum for all health problems." ## Footnote Another usage: "The politician proposed a nostrum to address the economic crisis."
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What are synonyms for 'nostrum'?
* Panacea * Cure-all * Quack remedy
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What does 'antipodal' primarily mean?
Diametrically opposite or entirely different. ## Footnote Secondary meaning relates to being on the opposite side of the Earth.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'antipodal'.
"Their opinions were antipodal on the subject of climate change." ## Footnote Another usage: "Australia is antipodal to the United Kingdom."
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What are synonyms for 'antipodal'?
* Opposite * Contrasting * Polar
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What does 'sentinel' primarily mean?
A guard or watchman who keeps vigil. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is something that acts as an indicator or protector.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'sentinel'.
"The sentinel stood watch at the entrance of the fortress." ## Footnote Another usage: "The old oak tree was a sentinel of the village’s history."
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What are synonyms for 'sentinel'?
* Guard * Lookout * Watcher
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What does 'proscribe' primarily mean?
To forbid or prohibit something. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to denounce or condemn something.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'proscribe'.
"The government proscribed the use of harmful chemicals in agriculture." ## Footnote Another usage: "The book was proscribed for its controversial views."
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What are synonyms for 'proscribe'?
* Ban * Forbid * Outlaw * Disallow
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What does 'vituperate' primarily mean?
To criticize or blame someone in an abusive or harsh manner. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
83
Provide a contextual usage of 'vituperate'.
"He vituperated his colleagues during the heated argument." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'vituperate'?
* Berate * Scold * Revile * Abuse
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What does 'fidelity' primarily mean?
Faithfulness or loyalty to a person, cause, or belief. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to accuracy in details or exactness.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'fidelity'.
"Her fidelity to her principles was admirable." ## Footnote Another usage: "The sound system provided high fidelity audio."
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What are synonyms for 'fidelity'?
* Loyalty * Devotion * Faithfulness * Accuracy
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What does 'necromancy' primarily mean?
The practice of communicating with the dead, especially to predict the future. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to sorcery or black magic.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'necromancy'.
"The old legends spoke of a wizard skilled in necromancy." ## Footnote Another usage: "They feared the dark arts of necromancy."
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What are synonyms for 'necromancy'?
* Sorcery * Witchcraft * Divination * Magic
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What does 'crucible' primarily mean?
A severe test or trial. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to a container used for heating substances to high temperatures.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'crucible'.
"The war was a crucible for the nation’s resilience." ## Footnote Another usage: "The molten metal was poured out of the crucible."
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What are synonyms for 'crucible'?
* Trial * Ordeal * Test
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What does 'pantheon' primarily mean?
A group of respected, famous, or important people or things. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to a temple dedicated to all the gods.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'pantheon'.
"She joined the pantheon of great writers with her latest novel." ## Footnote Another usage: "The ancient Romans built the Pantheon as a temple."
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What are synonyms for 'pantheon'?
* Canon * Elite * Icons * Shrine
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What does 'misogynist' primarily mean?
A person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'misogynist'.
"His remarks were criticized as misogynist and outdated." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'misogynist'?
* Woman-hater * Chauvinist
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What does 'tumid' primarily mean?
Swollen or distended. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to overly grandiose or pompous in style.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'tumid'.
"The injury left his ankle tumid and painful." ## Footnote Another usage: "The tumid prose in the speech bored the audience."
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What are synonyms for 'tumid'?
* Swollen * Inflated * Pompous * Bloated
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What does 'filch' primarily mean?
To steal something, especially in a sneaky or petty way. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'filch'.
"The boy filched candy from the store when no one was looking." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'filch'?
* Steal * Pilfer * Purloin * Swipe
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What does 'preen' primarily mean?
To groom oneself with care or to make oneself neat. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to take pride or satisfaction in oneself.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'preen'.
"The bird preened its feathers in the sunlight." ## Footnote Another usage: "He preened over his latest success at work."
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What are synonyms for 'preen'?
* Groom * Primp * Flaunt * Show off
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What does 'noisome' primarily mean?
Having an extremely unpleasant smell. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to something disagreeable or unpleasant.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'noisome'.
"The noisome odor from the garbage was unbearable." ## Footnote Another usage: "His noisome remarks made the meeting uncomfortable."
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What are synonyms for 'noisome'?
* Foul * Malodorous * Offensive * Repugnant
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What does 'distrait' primarily mean?
Distracted or preoccupied, often due to anxiety or worry. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'distrait'.
"She seemed distrait, her thoughts clearly elsewhere." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'distrait'?
* Distracted * Absent-minded * Preoccupied * Inattentive
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What does 'extrinsic' primarily mean?
Not inherent or essential; coming from outside. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to external or unrelated to the subject.
116
Provide a contextual usage of 'extrinsic'.
"The motivation was extrinsic rather than internal." ## Footnote Another usage: "The decision was influenced by extrinsic factors."
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What are synonyms for 'extrinsic'?
* External * Outward * Nonessential * Peripheral
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What does 'hone' primarily mean?
To sharpen a blade or improve a skill. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to refine or perfect something.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'hone'.
"He honed the knife until it was razor-sharp." ## Footnote Another usage: "She spent years honing her writing skills."
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What are synonyms for 'hone'?
* Sharpen * Refine * Polish * Improve
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What does 'fathom' primarily mean?
To understand something deeply. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to a unit of length (6 feet), used in nautical measurements.
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Provide a contextual usage of 'fathom'.
"She couldn’t fathom why he had left so suddenly." ## Footnote Another usage: "The depth of the ocean was measured in fathoms."
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What are synonyms for 'fathom'?
* Comprehend * Grasp * Understand * Probe
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What does 'condign' primarily mean?
Deserved or appropriate, especially of punishment. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
125
Provide a contextual usage of 'condign'.
"The criminal received a condign punishment for his actions." ## Footnote No secondary usage.
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What are synonyms for 'condign'?
* Just * Fitting * Appropriate * Deserved
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What does 'jejune' primarily mean?
Lacking substance, significance, or interest. ## Footnote Secondary meaning refers to being naive or simplistic.
128
Provide a contextual usage of 'jejune'.
"The novel’s plot was jejune and uninspiring." ## Footnote Another usage: "His jejune understanding of the issue led to an oversimplified solution."
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What are synonyms for 'jejune'?
* Uninteresting * Dull * Naive * Superficial
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What does 'genuflect' primarily mean?
To bend one knee to the ground as a sign of worship or respect. ## Footnote Secondary meaning is to show excessive deference or servility.
131
Provide a contextual usage of 'genuflect'.
"The congregation genuflected before the altar." ## Footnote Another usage: "He refused to genuflect to the demands of his critics."
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What are synonyms for 'genuflect'?
* Kneel * Bow * Defer * Submit
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What does 'volition' primarily mean?
The power to make one’s own choices or decisions. ## Footnote No secondary meaning.
134
Provide a contextual usage of 'volition'.
"She joined the... ## Footnote Contextual usage not fully provided.
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What is the primary meaning of 'genuflect'?
To bend one knee to the ground as a sign of worship or respect. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The congregation genuflected before the altar.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'genuflect'?
To show excessive deference or servility. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'He refused to genuflect to the demands of his critics.'
137
List synonyms for 'genuflect'.
* Kneel * Bow * Defer * Submit
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What is the primary meaning of 'volition'?
The power to make one’s own choices or decisions. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'She joined the program of her own volition.'
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Does 'volition' have a secondary meaning?
None.
140
List synonyms for 'volition'.
* Free will * Choice * Determination * Autonomy
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What is the primary meaning of 'verbiage'?
Excessive or unnecessary use of words. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The essay was criticized for its excessive verbiage.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'verbiage'?
Style or manner of expression in words. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The legal document’s verbiage made it hard to understand.'
143
List synonyms for 'verbiage'.
* Wordiness * Redundancy * Prolixity
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What is the primary meaning of 'blandish'?
To flatter or coax someone in a gentle manner. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'She blandished her boss with compliments to get a promotion.'
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Does 'blandish' have a secondary meaning?
None.
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List synonyms for 'blandish'.
* Flatter * Coax * Cajole * Wheedle
147
What is the primary meaning of 'pathology'?
The study of diseases and their causes or effects. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The doctor specialized in pathology to better understand cancer.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'pathology'?
A deviation from normal or healthy behavior. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The pathology of his obsession became evident over time.'
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List synonyms for 'pathology'.
* Disease study * Abnormality
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What is the primary meaning of 'pelagic'?
Relating to the open sea, away from the coast. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The pelagic fish lived far from the shore in deep waters.'
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Does 'pelagic' have a secondary meaning?
None.
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List synonyms for 'pelagic'.
* Oceanic * Deep-sea * Marine
153
What is the primary meaning of 'peremptory'?
Insisting on immediate attention or obedience in a commanding manner. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The officer issued a peremptory order to evacuate.'
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What is a secondary meaning of 'peremptory'?
Not open to appeal or challenge; final. ## Footnote Contextual usage: 'The judge’s decision was peremptory and unchangeable.'
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List synonyms for 'peremptory'.
* Authoritative * Imperative * Dictatorial

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