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Zealous

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Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. Example: Her zealous efforts in promoting environmental conservation were commendable.

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Nefarious

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Wicked or criminal. Example: The detective uncovered the nefarious plot orchestrated by the criminal syndicate.

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Quixotic

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Exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical. Example: His quixotic quest to end world hunger seemed noble but unattainable.

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Ephemeral

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Lasting for a very short time. Example: The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, disappearing as quickly as it arrived.

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Erudite

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Having or showing great knowledge or learning. Example: The erudite scholar delivered a lecture that captivated the audience with its depth.

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Flagrant

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(Of something considered wrong or immoral) Conspicuously or obviously offensive. Example: The flagrant disregard for the rules was evident in his behavior.

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Intransigent

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Unwilling or refusing to change one’s views or to agree about something. Example: The negotiations stalled due to the intransigent stance of both parties.

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Pernicious

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Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. Example: The pernicious effects of the policy were not immediately apparent but became evident over time.

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Vitriolic

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Filled with bitter criticism or malice. Example: The debate turned bitter, with both sides resorting to vitriolic insults.

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Conundrum

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A confusing and difficult problem or question. Example: The company faced a conundrum on how to balance profitability with environmental responsibility.

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Dichotomy

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A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different. Example: The dichotomy between wealth and poverty was starkly evident in the city.

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Insidious

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Proceeding in a subtle way but with harmful effects. Example: The insidious spread of misinformation undermined public trust.

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Magnanimous

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Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself. Example: Despite their previous rivalry, he made a magnanimous gesture of support.

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Nostalgic

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Longing for the past, often with idealized or sentimental feelings. Example: Her nostalgic memories of childhood summers were both sweet and bittersweet.

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Odious

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Extremely unpleasant; repulsive. Example: The odious nature of the dictator’s regime was universally condemned.

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Perennial

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Lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time; enduring. Example: The perennial issue of climate change demands continuous attention.

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Reverent

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Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect. Example: The reverent silence in the cathedral reflected the solemnity of the occasion.

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Salient

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Most noticeable or important. Example: The report highlighted the salient features of the economic reforms.

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Tentative

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Not certain or fixed; provisional. Example: The schedule is tentative and may change depending on the circumstances.

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Ubiquitous

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Present or existing everywhere. Example: The use of social media has become ubiquitous in modern communication.

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Venerable

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Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character. Example: The venerable professor was highly respected by his colleagues and students alike.

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Voracious

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Wanting or devouring great quantities of food or knowledge. Example: His voracious appetite for literature led him to read several books a week.

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Ebullient

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Cheerful and full of energy. Example: Her ebullient personality made her a natural leader in any group setting.

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Recondite
Little known; abstruse. Example: The recondite nature of quantum mechanics makes it difficult for laypeople to understand.
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Antithesis
A contrast or opposition between two things. Example: The antithesis of light and darkness is a recurring theme in literature.
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Prognosticate
To predict or foretell a future event. Example: The weather forecast is designed to prognosticate climatic conditions for the coming days.
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Luminous
Full of or shedding light; bright or shining. Example: The luminous glow of the moon cast a serene light over the landscape.
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Nefarious
Wicked or criminal. Example: The nefarious scheme was discovered before it could cause any real harm.
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Opulent
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish. Example: The opulent mansion was filled with extravagant furnishings and artwork.
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Transitory
Not permanent. Example: The artist’s fame was transitory, fading as quickly as it had risen.
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Redolent
Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of. Example: The aroma of the old bookstore was redolent of forgotten stories and past adventures.
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Sycophantic
Behaving or done in an obsequious way in order to gain advantage. Example: His sycophantic behavior toward the boss did not go unnoticed by his colleagues.
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Lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic. Example: The hot weather made everyone feel lethargic and unmotivated.
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Melancholic
Feeling or displaying sadness or sorrow. Example: The melancholic tone of the music evoked a sense of deep reflection.
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Perspicacious
Having a ready insight into and understanding of things. Example: Her perspicacious observations helped solve the complex case.
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Reprehensible
Deserving censure or condemnation. Example: His reprehensible behavior was met with widespread disapproval from the community.
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Incorrigible
Not able to be corrected, reformed, or improved. Example: The young man’s incorrigible habits made him a challenging student.
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Turbulent
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm. Example: The turbulent period in history was marked by social upheaval and unrest.
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Enervating
Causing one to feel drained of energy or vitality. Example: The long and grueling marathon left me feeling enervated and exhausted.
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Intrepid
Fearless; adventurous. Example: The intrepid explorer ventured into the uncharted wilderness.
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Pivotal
Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else. Example: The pivotal moment in the negotiations came when both parties agreed to compromise.
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Cognizant
Having knowledge or being aware of. Example: She was cognizant of the potential risks involved in the investment.
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Jubilant
Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph. Example: The team’s jubilant celebrations marked their victory in the championship.
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Fascinating
Extremely interesting or charming. Example: The documentary on ancient civilizations was absolutely fascinating.
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Magnanimous
Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself. Example: His magnanimous gesture of donating the prize money to charity won him widespread admiration.
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Abate
To lessen or reduce in intensity. Example: The government’s new policies helped to abate the environmental crisis.
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Adept
Skilled or proficient in a particular area. Example: She is adept at navigating complex bureaucratic systems.
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Aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. Example: The new art gallery’s aesthetic appeal attracts many visitors.
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Alleviate
To make suffering or a problem less severe. Example: The medication helped to alleviate her chronic pain.
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Amiable
Friendly and pleasant. Example: His amiable personality made him popular among his peers.
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Anomaly
Something that deviates from what is standard or expected. Example: The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for this time of year.
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Aplomb
Self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation. Example: She handled the crisis with remarkable aplomb.
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Arcane
Understood by few; mysterious or secret. Example: The professor’s lectures were filled with arcane knowledge.
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Benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly. Example: The benevolent donor funded several scholarships for underprivileged students.
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Bolster
To support or strengthen. Example: The new evidence bolstered her argument significantly.
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Cacophony
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds. Example: The city streets were filled with the cacophony of honking horns and shouting vendors.
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Capitulate
To cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand. Example: The company was forced to capitulate to the union’s demands after prolonged negotiations.
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Cordial
Warm and friendly. Example: Their cordial relationship made collaboration easy and enjoyable.
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Cryptic
Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure. Example: His cryptic remarks left everyone puzzled about his true intentions.
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Debilitate
To make someone very weak and infirm. Example: The prolonged illness debilitated him both physically and mentally.
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Disparate
Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison. Example: The two cultures were so disparate that finding common ground was challenging.
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Ebullient
Cheerful and full of energy. Example: Her ebullient personality was infectious and brightened everyone’s day.
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Eloquent
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Example: The president’s eloquent speech inspired hope and unity among the citizens.
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Epitome
A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type. Example: She is the epitome of grace and elegance.
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Esoteric
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge. Example: The book's esoteric content was appreciated by scholars but confusing to the general public.
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Exacerbate
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse. Example: The new policies only served to exacerbate the existing economic problems.
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Fervent
Having or displaying a passionate intensity. Example: His fervent dedication to the cause was evident in all his efforts.
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Fortuitous
Happening by accident or chance rather than design. Example: It was a fortuitous coincidence that they met again after so many years.
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Garrulous
Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters. Example: The garrulous neighbor spent hours chatting about his latest adventures.
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Impetuous
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care. Example: His impetuous decision to invest in the start-up led to significant losses.
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Ineffable
Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words. Example: The beauty of the sunset was ineffable; no words could capture its splendor.
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Inexorable
Impossible to stop or prevent. Example: The rise of technology seemed inexorable, changing every aspect of life.
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Juxtapose
To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect. Example: The artist juxtaposed bright colors with dark shadows to create a striking effect.
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Lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic. Example: After the long flight, I felt lethargic and in need of a good rest.
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Mellifluous
(Of a voice or words) Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear. Example: Her mellifluous voice made her a favorite on the radio show.
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Mitigate
To make less severe, serious, or painful. Example: The new measures were designed to mitigate the impact of the recession.
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Nefarious
Wicked or criminal. Example: The villain’s nefarious plans were thwarted by the hero’s bravery.
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Obfuscate
To deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand. Example: The legal jargon only served to obfuscate the terms of the contract.
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Ominous
Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen. Example: The dark clouds gathered in an ominous display of impending rain.
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Paradigm
A model or example. Example: The new business model is a paradigm of efficiency and innovation.
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Perplex
To cause someone to feel completely baffled. Example: The complex puzzle continued to perplex even the most skilled solvers.
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Phlegmatic
(Of a person) Having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition. Example: His phlegmatic response to the crisis was a source of reassurance to everyone.
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Precarious
Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. Example: The precarious balance of the stack of books was about to topple.
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Prolific
Producing many works, results, or offspring. Example: The prolific author published several novels every year.
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Quintessential
Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class. Example: Her performance was the quintessential example of theatrical excellence.
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Recalcitrant
Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline. Example: The recalcitrant student refused to comply with the school rules.
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Reclusive
Avoiding the company of other people; solitary. Example: The reclusive artist lived alone in a remote countryside cottage.
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Resilient
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. Example: The community showed its resilient spirit in the face of natural disasters.
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Sanguine
Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation. Example: Despite the challenges, she remained sanguine about the future.
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Sardonic
Grimly mocking or cynical. Example: His sardonic comments about the new policy were met with disapproval.
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Serendipity
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. Example: Finding an old friend in a distant city was pure serendipity.
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Soporific
Tending to induce drowsiness or sleep. Example: The lecture’s soporific effect made it hard for the students to stay awake.
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Sublime
Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe. Example: The sublime beauty of the landscape took their breath away.
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Surreptitious
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of. Example: They had a surreptitious meeting to discuss their plans away from prying eyes.
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Tantamount
Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as. Example: His refusal to cooperate was tantamount to an admission of guilt.
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Transcendent
Going beyond the limits of ordinary experience. Example: The music provided a transcendent experience that elevated the audience’s spirits.
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Ubiquitous
Present, appearing, or found everywhere. Example: Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society.
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Unfathomable
Incapable of being fully explored or understood. Example: The depths of the ocean remain largely unfathomable to scientists.
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Voracious
Wanting or devouring great quantities of food or knowledge. Example: Her voracious appetite for reading kept her constantly engrossed in books.
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Wistful
Longing or yearning for something that is not attainable. Example: He gazed at the old photographs with a wistful smile, reminiscing about the past.
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Zealous
Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. Example: Her zealous efforts in promoting environmental conservation were commendable.

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