Deck 6 Flashcards
(142 cards)
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What does ‘Personify’ mean?
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Represent a quality or concept by a figure in human form.
In the story, animals personify human traits.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Personify’?
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Embody or represent (a quality or concept) in a physical form.
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What is a tertiary meaning of ‘Personify’?
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Be the embodiment or perfect example of.
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What are synonyms for ‘Personify’?
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Embody, Represent, Symbolize, Exemplify, Typify.
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What does ‘Phony’ mean?
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Not genuine; fraudulent.
The signature on the document was phony.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Phony’?
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A fraudulent person or thing.
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What are synonyms for ‘Phony’?
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Fraudulent, Fake, False, Bogus, Counterfeit.
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What does ‘Inchoate’ mean?
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Just begun and so not fully formed or developed; rudimentary.
The plan was still inchoate and needed more thought.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Inchoate’?
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Confused or incoherent.
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What are synonyms for ‘Inchoate’?
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Undeveloped, Unformed, Incipient, Nascent, Rudimentary.
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What does ‘Multifaceted’ mean?
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Having many facets or aspects.
Her multifaceted talent made her a versatile performer.
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What are synonyms for ‘Multifaceted’?
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Versatile, Complex, Diverse, Varied, Multidimensional.
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What does ‘Deferential’ mean?
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Showing deference; respectful.
He was deferential to his mentor, showing great respect.
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What are synonyms for ‘Deferential’?
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Respectful, Reverent, Obedient, Submissive, Polite.
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What does ‘Elicit’ mean?
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Evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone.
Her remarks were intended to elicit a response from the audience.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Elicit’?
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Draw forth (something that is latent or potential) into existence.
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What are synonyms for ‘Elicit’?
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Evoke, Induce, Extract, Provoke, Draw out.
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What does ‘Paradigm’ mean?
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A typical example or pattern of something; a pattern or model.
His approach was a paradigm shift in the field of biology.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Paradigm’?
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A set of linguistic items that form mutually exclusive choices in particular syntactic roles.
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What is a tertiary meaning of ‘Paradigm’?
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A worldview underlying the theories and methodology of a particular scientific subject.
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What are synonyms for ‘Paradigm’?
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Model, Example, Pattern, Exemplar, Prototype.
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What does ‘Flourish’ mean?
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Grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
The plants flourished in the fertile soil.
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What is a secondary meaning of ‘Flourish’?
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A bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract attention.
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What are synonyms for ‘Flourish’?
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Thrive, Prosper, Grow, Bloom, Gesture.
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What does 'Empirical' mean?
Based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
## Footnote
Their empirical research confirmed the hypothesis.
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What are synonyms for 'Empirical'?
Observational, Experiential, Practical, Evidence-based, Factual.
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What does 'Invigorate' mean?
Give strength or energy to.
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The fresh mountain air invigorated him.
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What are synonyms for 'Invigorate'?
Energize, Refresh, Revitalize, Stimulate, Fortify.
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What does 'Cacophonous' mean?
Involving or producing a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
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The city street was filled with cacophonous traffic noise.
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What are synonyms for 'Cacophonous'?
Discordant, Dissonant, Harsh, Jarring, Noisy.
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What does 'Subservient' mean?
Prepared to obey others unquestioningly.
## Footnote
She was tired of being subservient to her boss.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Subservient'?
Less important; subordinate.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'Subservient'?
Serving as a means to an end.
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What are synonyms for 'Subservient'?
Submissive, Obedient, Servile, Secondary, Inferior.
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What does 'Estrange' mean?
Cause (someone) to be no longer close or affectionate to someone; alienate.
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Years of misunderstanding had estranged him from his family.
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What are synonyms for 'Estrange'?
Alienate, Disaffect, Distance, Isolate, Disconnect.
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What does 'Largesse' mean?
Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others.
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The king's largesse was well-known throughout the kingdom.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Largesse'?
Money or gifts given generously.
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What are synonyms for 'Largesse'?
Generosity, Munificence, Liberality, Philanthropy, Bounty.
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What does 'Magnanimous' mean?
Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.
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Despite the victory, she was magnanimous in her speech.
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What are synonyms for 'Magnanimous'?
Generous, Charitable, Benevolent, Big-hearted, Forgiving.
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What does 'Diffuse' mean?
Spread out over a large area; not concentrated.
## Footnote
The pollution was diffuse, affecting a large region.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Diffuse'?
(Of a light source) softly spread or scattered; lacking clarity or sharpness.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'Diffuse'?
Cause to spread or scatter over a wide area.
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What are synonyms for 'Diffuse'?
Spread out, Dispersed, Scattered, Broad, Extended.
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What does 'Disdain' mean?
The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.
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She looked at the untidy room with disdain.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Disdain'?
Consider to be unworthy of one's consideration.
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What are synonyms for 'Disdain'?
Contempt, Scorn, Derision, Disrespect, Disparagement.
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What does 'Deleterious' mean?
Causing harm or damage.
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Deleterious chemicals polluted the river.
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What are synonyms for 'Deleterious'?
Harmful, Damaging, Detrimental, Injurious, Adverse.
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What does 'Duplicity' mean?
Deceitfulness; double-dealing.
## Footnote
His duplicity was revealed when the truth came out.
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What are synonyms for 'Duplicity'?
Deceit, Deception, Dishonesty, Fraud, Trickery.
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What does 'Braggart' mean?
A person who boasts about achievements or possessions.
## Footnote
He was known as a braggart, always exaggerating his successes.
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What are synonyms for 'Braggart'?
Boaster, Show-off, Blowhard, Egotist, Bragger.
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What does 'Unscrupulous' mean?
Having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair.
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The unscrupulous businessman deceived his clients.
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What are synonyms for 'Unscrupulous'?
Unprincipled, Unethical, Immoral, Dishonest, Corrupt.
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What does 'Inhibit' mean?
Hinder, restrain, or prevent (an action or process).
## Footnote
Fear can inhibit people from expressing their true feelings.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Inhibit'?
Make (someone) self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'Inhibit'?
(In biology and chemistry) prevent or slow down the activity of (an enzyme or organ).
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What are synonyms for 'Inhibit'?
Restrict, Constrain, Hinder, Impede, Hamper.
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What does 'Detente' mean?
The easing of hostility or strained relations, especially between countries.
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The talks between the two nations led to a period of detente.
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What are synonyms for 'Detente'?
Easing, Thawing, Relaxation, Rapprochement, Reconciliation.
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What does 'Coy' mean?
(Especially of a woman) making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring.
## Footnote
She gave him a coy smile across the table.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Coy'?
Reluctant to give details, especially about something regarded as sensitive.
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What are synonyms for 'Coy'?
Bashful, Shy, Modest, Reserved, Reticent.
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What does 'Irreverent' mean?
Showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously.
## Footnote
His irreverent jokes during the ceremony were inappropriate.
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What are synonyms for 'Irreverent'?
Disrespectful, Irreverential, Profane, Impious, Flippant.
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What does 'Inevitable' mean?
Certain to happen; unavoidable.
## Footnote
Given the circumstances, conflict was inevitable.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Inevitable'?
A situation that is unavoidable.
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What are synonyms for 'Inevitable'?
Unavoidable, Inescapable, Certain, Sure, Unpreventable.
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What does 'Auspicious' mean?
Conducive to success; favorable.
## Footnote
They began their journey on an auspicious day.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Auspicious'?
Giving or being a sign of future success.
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What are synonyms for 'Auspicious'?
Favorable, Propitious, Promising, Opportune, Fortunate.
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What does 'Profuse' mean?
(Especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant.
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He offered profuse apologies for his tardiness.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Profuse'?
Given, produced, or existing in large amounts.
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What are synonyms for 'Profuse'?
Abundant, Plentiful, Copious, Ample, Lavish.
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What does 'Penetrate' mean?
Succeed in forcing a way into or through (a thing).
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The bullet was unable to penetrate the armor.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Penetrate'?
Understand or perceive (something that is complex or hidden).
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What are synonyms for 'Penetrate'?
Pierce, Perforate, Enter, Infiltrate, Comprehend.
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What does 'Endanger' mean?
Put (someone or something) at risk or in danger.
## Footnote
Pollution can endanger wildlife and their habitats.
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What are synonyms for 'Endanger'?
Threaten, Imperil, Jeopardize, Risk, Expose.
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What does 'Imperative' mean?
Of vital importance; crucial.
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It is imperative that we act now to prevent further environmental damage.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Imperative'?
Giving an authoritative command; peremptory.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'Imperative'?
A form of a verb expressing a command.
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What are synonyms for 'Imperative'?
Crucial, Essential, Urgent, Commanding, Mandatory.
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What does 'Archaic' mean?
Very old or old-fashioned.
## Footnote
The archaic laws were no longer applicable in modern society.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Archaic'?
(Of a word or a style of language) no longer in everyday use but sometimes used to impart an old-fashioned flavor.
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What are synonyms for 'Archaic'?
Outdated, Obsolete, Antiquated, Ancient, Old.
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What does 'Reverence' mean?
Deep respect for someone or something.
## Footnote
The students showed great reverence for their teacher.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Reverence'?
Regard or treat with deep respect.
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What are synonyms for 'Reverence'?
Respect, Veneration, Admiration, Esteem, Honor.
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What does 'Prescribe' mean?
(Of a medical practitioner) advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment) for someone, especially in writing.
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The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Prescribe'?
Recommend (a substance or action) as something beneficial.
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What is a tertiary meaning of 'Prescribe'?
State authoritatively or as a rule that (an action or procedure) should be carried out.
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What are synonyms for 'Prescribe'?
Order, Advise, Authorize, Recommend, Dictate.
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What does 'Polemical' mean?
Relating to or involving strongly critical, controversial, or disputatious writing or speech.
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Her polemical essay sparked a lively debate.
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What is a secondary meaning of 'Polemical'?
Engaged in or inclined to dispute or controversy.
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What are synonyms for 'Polemical'?
Controversial, Argumentative, Disputatious, Contentious, Provocative.
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What does 'Proclivity' mean?
A tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition toward a particular thing.
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She has a proclivity for meticulous research.
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What are synonyms for 'Proclivity'?
Inclination, Tendency, Propensity, Bias, Predisposition.
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What is the primary meaning of 'polemical'?
A polemical essay sparks a lively debate.
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Contextual Usage: "Her polemical essay sparked a lively debate."
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What are synonyms for 'polemical'?
Controversial, Argumentative, Disputatious, Contentious, Provocative.
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What is the primary meaning of 'proclivity'?
A tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition toward a particular thing.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "She has a proclivity for meticulous research."
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What are synonyms for 'proclivity'?
Inclination, Tendency, Propensity, Bias, Predisposition.
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What is the primary meaning of 'games'?
Activities engaged in for enjoyment and recreation, especially by children.
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Contextual Usage: "The children played games in the park."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'games'?
Manipulate (a situation), typically in a way that is unfair or unscrupulous.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "It was very easy for a few big companies to game the system."
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What are synonyms for 'games'?
Play, Match, Contest, Competition, Recreation.
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What is the primary meaning of 'rationalize'?
Attempt to explain or justify (one's own or another's behavior or attitude) with logical, plausible reasons, even if these are not true or appropriate.
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Contextual Usage: "He tried to rationalize his actions to himself."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'rationalize'?
Make (a company, process, or industry) more efficient, especially by dispensing with superfluous personnel or equipment.
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Contextual Usage: "The company was rationalized to improve its profitability."
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What are synonyms for 'rationalize'?
Justify, Explain, Excuse, Defend, Streamline.
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What is the primary meaning of 'documentary'?
Consisting of or based on official documents.
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Contextual Usage: "The report was accompanied by documentary evidence."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'documentary'?
Using pictures or interviews with people involved in real events to provide a factual report on a particular subject.
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Contextual Usage: "She watched a documentary on wildlife conservation."
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What is the tertiary meaning of 'documentary'?
A film or television or radio program that provides a factual report on a particular subject.
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What are synonyms for 'documentary'?
Factual, Informative, Non-fiction, Educational, Reportorial.
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What is the primary meaning of 'misconstrue'?
Interpret (something, especially a person's words or actions) wrongly.
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Contextual Usage: "His comments were misconstrued as rude."
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What are synonyms for 'misconstrue'?
Misinterpret, Misunderstand, Misread, Mistake, Misjudge.
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What is the primary meaning of 'prolific'?
(Of a plant, animal, or person) producing much fruit or foliage or many offspring.
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Contextual Usage: "He was a prolific composer, writing hundreds of songs."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'prolific'?
Producing many works.
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Contextual Usage: "The prolific author released several bestsellers."
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What are synonyms for 'prolific'?
Productive, Fruitful, Fertile, Creative, Abundant.
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What is the primary meaning of 'deflect'?
Cause (something) to change direction; turn aside from a straight course.
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Contextual Usage: "The goalkeeper deflected the ball with a skillful save."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'deflect'?
Cause (someone) to deviate from an intended purpose.
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Contextual Usage: "He deflected the conversation to a less controversial topic."
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What are synonyms for 'deflect'?
Divert, Turn aside, Redirect, Avert, Deviate.
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What is the primary meaning of 'maladroit'?
Clumsy; inept.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "His maladroit handling of the situation made things worse."
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What are synonyms for 'maladroit'?
Inept, Clumsy, Awkward, Bungling, Unskillful.
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What is the primary meaning of 'temperate'?
Relating to or denoting a region or climate characterized by mild temperatures.
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Contextual Usage: "She enjoyed the temperate climate of the coastal region."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'temperate'?
Showing moderation or self-restraint.
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Contextual Usage: "His temperate response to the criticism was admirable."
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What are synonyms for 'temperate'?
Moderate, Mild, Balanced, Reasonable, Restrained.
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What is the primary meaning of 'elementary'?
Concerning the rudiments of a subject.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "He taught elementary mathematics at the school."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'elementary'?
Straightforward and uncomplicated.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "The solution turned out to be quite elementary."
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What are synonyms for 'elementary'?
Basic, Fundamental, Simple, Rudimentary, Introductory.
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What is the primary meaning of 'unquantifiable'?
Not able to be measured or quantified.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "The unquantifiable effects of pollution are still being studied."
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What are synonyms for 'unquantifiable'?
Immeasurable, Incalculable, Indeterminable, Inestimable, Unmeasurable.
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What is the primary meaning of 'denigrate'?
Criticize unfairly; disparage.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "The article tended to denigrate the achievements of the competitors."
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What are synonyms for 'denigrate'?
Belittle, Disparage, Degrade, Discredit, Defame.
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What is the primary meaning of 'lionize'?
Give a lot of public attention and approval to (someone); treat as a celebrity.
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "After his heroic act, he was lionized by the press."
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What are synonyms for 'lionize'?
Celebrate, Idolize, Exalt, Glorify, Admire.
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What is the primary meaning of 'gainsay'?
Deny or contradict (a fact or statement).
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "It was hard to gainsay her claim as she presented concrete evidence."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'gainsay'?
Speak against or oppose (someone).
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What are synonyms for 'gainsay'?
Contradict, Deny, Dispute, Oppose, Refute.
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What is the primary meaning of 'foster'?
Encourage the development of (something, especially something desirable).
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "The teacher's role is to foster learning."
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What is the secondary meaning of 'foster'?
Bring up (a child that is not one's own by birth).
## Footnote
Contextual Usage: "They decided to foster a child in need."
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What are synonyms for 'foster'?
Encourage, Promote, Nurture, Cultivate, Advance.
