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advocate

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Definition: to publicly support or recommend
Example: She advocates for women’s rights.
Synonym: support

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mediate

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Definition: to help settle differences
Example: He was asked to mediate the dispute.
Synonym: negotiate

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immerse

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Definition: to deeply involve or absorb
Example: She immersed herself in the project.
Synonym: engage

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derive

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Definition: to get something from a source
Example: He derived great pleasure from music.
Synonym: obtain

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elicit

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Definition: to draw out a response or reaction
Example: The teacher elicited answers from the class.
Synonym: evoke

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impair

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Definition: to damage or weaken
Example: Lack of sleep can impair your memory.
Synonym: harm

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diminish

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Definition: to make or become less
Example: The pain began to diminish over time.
Synonym: reduce

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contradict

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Definition: to say the opposite of
Example: His actions contradict his words.
Synonym: oppose

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adjacent

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Definition: next to or adjoining something else
Example: They bought the adjacent apartment.
Synonym: neighboring

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rigorous

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Definition: strict and demanding
Example: The training was extremely rigorous.
Synonym: severe

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analogous

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Definition: similar in some way
Example: The heart is analogous to a pump.
Synonym: comparable

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gratify

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Definition: to please or satisfy
Example: The results gratified the scientist.
Synonym: satisfy

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feasible

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Definition: possible and practical
Example: The plan is not only feasible but also cost-effective.
Synonym: achievable

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intricate

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Definition: very detailed and complex
Example: The artist made an intricate design.
Synonym: complicated

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resilient

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Definition: able to recover quickly
Example: Children are often very resilient.
Synonym: strong

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versatile

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Definition: able to adapt or be used in many ways
Example: This tool is very versatile.
Synonym: adaptable

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contend

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Definition: to argue or assert
Example: They contend that the policy is unfair.
Synonym: claim

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deteriorate

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Definition: to become worse
Example: His health began to deteriorate rapidly.
Synonym: decline

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prevail

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Definition: to win or be victorious
Example: Truth will always prevail.
Synonym: triumph

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foster

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Definition: to encourage or promote
Example: The school fosters creativity.
Synonym: nurture

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perceive

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Definition: to become aware of
Example: He perceived a strange smell.
Synonym: notice

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noteworthy

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Definition: deserving attention
Example: She made a noteworthy contribution.
Synonym: remarkable

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explicit

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Definition: clearly stated
Example: The instructions were explicit.
Synonym: clear

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Definition: based on instinct or feeling
Example: She has an intuitive sense of direction.
Synonym: instinctive

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affluent
Definition: having a lot of wealth Example: He comes from an affluent family. Synonym: wealthy
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reiterate
Definition: to say again Example: Let me reiterate my point. Synonym: repeat
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metaphor
Definition: a figure of speech comparing two things Example: He used a war metaphor to describe business. Synonym: comparison
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ambition
Definition: a strong desire to achieve something Example: Her ambition was to become a doctor. Synonym: aspiration
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dormant
Definition: inactive but able to become active Example: The volcano has been dormant for decades. Synonym: inactive
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transient
Definition: lasting for a short time Example: They stayed in a transient hotel room. Synonym: temporary
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profound
Definition: very great or intense Example: His speech made a profound impact. Synonym: deep
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scrutinize
Definition: to examine closely Example: The documents were scrutinized carefully. Synonym: inspect
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exempt
Definition: free from obligation Example: He was exempt from the final exam. Synonym: excused
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debris
Definition: scattered fragments, typically from something destroyed Example: Debris was scattered across the highway. Synonym: rubble
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inept
Definition: not skilled or competent Example: The assistant was completely inept. Synonym: clumsy
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contemplate
Definition: to think about seriously Example: She contemplated moving to a new city. Synonym: consider
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procrastinate
Definition: to delay doing something Example: Don’t procrastinate when studying for exams. Synonym: postpone
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perplex
Definition: to confuse Example: The puzzle perplexed even the smartest students. Synonym: baffle
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omit
Definition: to leave out Example: You must not omit any details. Synonym: exclude
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candid
Definition: truthful and straightforward Example: She gave a candid opinion about the movie. Synonym: honest
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hinder
Definition: to create difficulties or obstacles Example: The noise hindered her concentration. Synonym: obstruct
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superficial
Definition: only on the surface; not deep Example: His injuries were superficial. Synonym: shallow
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lament
Definition: to express sorrow or regret Example: They lament the loss of tradition. Synonym: mourn
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nurture
Definition: to care for and encourage growth Example: Teachers nurture students’ curiosity. Synonym: foster
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elusive
Definition: difficult to find or understand Example: Success remained elusive for years. Synonym: hard to catch
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revoke
Definition: to take back or cancel Example: The government may revoke his license. Synonym: withdraw
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mundane
Definition: ordinary or dull Example: He found the job mundane but necessary. Synonym: boring
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tedious
Definition: too long, slow, or boring Example: Filing papers is a tedious task. Synonym: monotonous
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apprehensive
Definition: worried or fearful about something Example: She was apprehensive about the interview. Synonym: anxious
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benevolent
Definition: kind and generous Example: He is known for his benevolent attitude. Synonym: kindhearted
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reluctant
Definition: unwilling or hesitant Example: She was reluctant to speak in public. Synonym: unenthusiastic
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deter
Definition: to discourage from doing something Example: Strict laws can deter crime. Synonym: prevent
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authentic
Definition: genuine and true Example: This is an authentic signature. Synonym: real
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feeble
Definition: weak or lacking strength Example: He gave a feeble smile. Synonym: frail
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intimidate
Definition: to make someone feel afraid Example: Bullies try to intimidate others. Synonym: threaten
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indifferent
Definition: not interested or concerned Example: She was indifferent to their opinions. Synonym: unconcerned
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reliable
Definition: dependable and trustworthy Example: He is a reliable worker. Synonym: trustworthy
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precise
Definition: exact and accurate Example: She gave a precise explanation. Synonym: exact

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