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Exacting

Definition: Requiring great care, precision, or effort; demanding or difficult to satisfy; strict in expectations or requirements

Sample sentence: The job required an exacting level of attention to detail, as even the smallest mistake could lead to significant consequences.

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Labyrinthine

Definition: Resembling a labyrinth or maze in complexity or intricacy; difficult to understand or follow due to convoluted paths or ideas

Sample sentence: The novel's labyrinthine plot left many readers feeling lost and confused.

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Deference

Definition: Respectful or courteous regard for the feelings or opinions of others; submission to another's authority or judgment

Sample sentence: The younger employee always showed deference to her more experienced colleagues.

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Deference

Definition: Respectful submission or yielding to the opinions, wishes, or judgment of another; courteous regard for someone's feelings or preferences

Sample sentence: The employee showed deference to his supervisor by checking with her before making any major decisions.

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Insolence

Definition: Rude and disrespectful behavior or speech; impertinence

Sample sentence: The student was sent to the principal's office for his insolence towards the teacher.

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Insolence

Definition: Rude and disrespectful behavior or speech; impudence; defiance

Sample sentence: His insolence toward his boss resulted in his termination from the company.

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Boorish

Definition: Rude, ill-mannered, or insensitive; uncouth or coarse

Sample sentence: The boorish behavior of the dinner guest left a sour impression on everyone in attendance.

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Churlish

Definition: Rude, ill-mannered, or lacking in civility; surly or vulgar

Sample sentence: Everyone was put off by the waiter's churlish attitude toward the diners.

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Discrete

Definition: Separate and distinct; individually distinct or unconnected

Sample sentence: The project was divided into several discrete phases.

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Exemplary

Definition: Serving as an excellent model or example, worthy of imitation; representing the best of its kind; commendable

Sample sentence: The teacher held up the student's project as an exemplary piece of work that others could learn from.

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Extenuating

Definition: Serving to lessen the seriousness of an offense or guilt, often by providing partial excuses or justifications

Sample sentence: The judge considered the extenuating circumstances of the case before determining the defendant's sentence.

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Castigation

Definition: Severe criticism or punishment, often for the purpose of correcting or chastising

Sample sentence: The politician faced public castigation after it was revealed that he had misused campaign funds.

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Austere

Definition: Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; having an absence of luxury or comfort

Sample sentence: The prison was an austere facility, designed to keep inmates under strict control.

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Austere

Definition: Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; stern or unemotional; lacking ornamentation or luxury; simple or plain

Sample sentence: The austere environment of the monastery emphasized the ascetic lifestyle of its inhabitants.

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Scathing

Definition: Severely critical, harsh, or hurtful, especially in a mocking or contemptuous manner

Sample sentence: The reviewer's scathing critique of the film left the director questioning his career choices.

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Effrontery

Definition: Shameless or brazen boldness; insolent or impertinent behavior

Sample sentence: He had the effrontery to ask his boss for a raise after arriving late to work every day.

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Transient

Definition: Short-lived or temporary; lasting a very short time; a person who is staying or working in a place for a short period of time

Sample sentence: Many artists have a transient lifestyle, moving from city to city as they find new inspiration.

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Blithe

Definition: Showing a casual or cheerful indifference considered to be inappropriately carefree or thoughtless; unconcerned

Sample sentence: Her blithe attitude towards her mounting debts worried her more financially responsible friends.

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Cavalier

Definition: Showing a lack of proper concern or consideration; casual or offhand; a carefree, confident, or nonchalant attitude

Sample sentence: His cavalier dismissal of the importance of the issue frustrated those who took it seriously.

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Irreverent

Definition: Showing a lack of respect or reverence for what is generally held to be sacred or serious; disrespectful or flippant

Sample sentence: The comedian was known for his irreverent humor, often poking fun at taboo subjects.

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Audacious

Definition: Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks; daring or fearless

Sample sentence: With audacious confidence, she asked for a meeting with the company's CEO to pitch her ideas.

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Provident

Definition: Showing care or foresight in preparing or planning for the future, especially by managing one's resources wisely; acting with prudence

Sample sentence: Her provident saving habits allowed her to retire comfortably at a relatively young age.

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Solicitous

Definition: Showing care, concern, or eagerness to help; attentive and considerate

Sample sentence: The hotel staff was exceedingly solicitous, ensuring that every guest's needs were met throughout their stay.

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Assiduous

Definition: Showing careful, constant attention or effort; diligent, persevering, or painstaking in carrying out tasks

Sample sentence: Her assiduous attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the event was perfectly planned and executed.

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Sedulous

Definition: Showing dedication, diligence, or perseverance; marked by careful or persistent effort

Sample sentence: The sedulous student spent hours studying and revising to ensure her success in the upcoming exams.

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Reverential

Definition: Showing great respect, admiration, or deference; deeply respectful or adoring

Sample sentence: His reverential attitude toward his mentor was evident in the way he listened to every word of advice.

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Timorous

Definition: Showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or a lack of confidence; timid, shy, or apprehensive

Sample sentence: Her timorous nature made it difficult for her to confront others or stand up for herself.

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Fatuous

Definition: Silly, foolish, or inane; lacking intelligence or thought, often in a self-satisfied way

Sample sentence: Critics dismissed his latest project as a fatuous attempt to gain attention.

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Unfeigned

Definition: Sincere, genuine, and not pretended; heartfelt

Sample sentence: The athlete expressed unfeigned gratitude to his coach and teammates for their support during his recovery.

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Adroit

Definition: Skillful, dexterous, or clever in using the hands, body, or mind; adept or nimble in action or thought

Sample sentence: The adroit surgeon performed the delicate procedure with precision and efficiency.

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Somnolent

Definition: Sleepy, drowsy, or inclined to sleep; causing or inducing sleepiness

Sample sentence: The somnolent atmosphere in the dimly lit room made it difficult for the students to concentrate on the lecture.

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Venial

Definition: Slight or pardonable; easily excused or forgiven; not serious

Sample sentence: In the grand scheme of things, his mistake was a venial offense.

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Dilatory

Definition: Slow to act or respond, causing delay; intended to cause a delay, typically to gain time or postpone a decision

Sample sentence: The attorney used dilatory tactics to delay the trial, hoping for more time to gather evidence.

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Torpid

Definition: Sluggish, inactive, or lethargic, both physically and mentally; lacking in energy or enthusiasm

Sample sentence: After overindulging in a large meal, he felt torpid and could barely muster the energy to complete his work.

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Ludicrous

Definition: So ridiculous or absurd as to be worthy of laughter or scorn; farcical or unreasonable

Sample sentence: The idea of a pet rock seemed ludicrous at first, but it became a popular fad.

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Gregarious

Definition: Sociable, outgoing, and fond of the company of others; living or occurring in groups or communities, as with some animals

Sample sentence: Her gregarious nature made her the life of the party, drawing people to her with her engaging stories and laughter.

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Catalyst

Definition: Someone or something that initiates or accelerates a change, reaction, or process; a facilitator or stimulant

Sample sentence: The politician's impassioned speech served as a catalyst for the social movement.

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Anachronism

Definition: Something or someone that is not in its correct historical or chronological time, especially a thing or person that belongs to an earlier period

Sample sentence: The horse-drawn carriage amidst the modern city streets seemed like an anachronism.

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Anomaly

Definition: Something that deviates from the norm, standard, or common pattern; an irregularity or exception to the rule

Sample sentence: Scientists discovered an anomaly in the data that led them to question the validity of the study.

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Anomaly

Definition: Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected; an irregularity or inconsistency

Sample sentence: Her low test score was an anomaly, as she was usually a top-performing student.

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Deterrent

Definition: Something that discourages or prevents an action through fear of consequences; a disincentive

Sample sentence: The high fines for speeding acted as a deterrent for most drivers.

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Scintillating

Definition: Sparkling or shining brightly; brilliantly clever, exciting, or skillful, especially when describing a wit, conversation, or performance

Sample sentence: Her scintillating wit and charm made her the life of the party.

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Voluble

Definition: Speaking or spoken incessantly and fluently; talkative or long-winded

Sample sentence: The voluble tour guide provided a wealth of interesting information but left little time for questions.

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Glib

Definition: Speaking or writing in a smooth, fluent, or superficial manner, often without thought or sincerity; insincere or shallow

Sample sentence: The politician's glib responses to the tough questions raised doubts about his commitment to the issues.

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Prodigal

Definition: Spending money or resources recklessly, wastefully, or extravagantly; having a tendency to be excessively generous or lavish

Sample sentence: The prodigal son in the parable eventually realizes the error of his wasteful ways.

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Pervasive

Definition: Spreading widely throughout a group, area, or community; present or perceived in all aspects of something

Sample sentence: The pervasive influence of technology in our daily lives has drastically changed the way we communicate.

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Extant

Definition: Still in existence; surviving, especially in reference to something ancient or historic

Sample sentence: The museum has one of the few extant copies of the original manuscript.

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Punctilious

Definition: Strictly attentive to the smallest details, especially in matters of etiquette or formal conduct; showing great care or precision

Sample sentence: The punctilious event planner ensured that every aspect of the party was perfectly orchestrated.

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Redolent

Definition: Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something; having a pleasant smell, fragrant

Sample sentence: The air was redolent with the scent of freshly baked bread and sweet flowers.

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Obstinate

Definition: Stubbornly adhering to one's chosen course of action or opinion despite attempts to persuade otherwise; unyielding or persistent

Sample sentence: Her obstinate refusal to compromise resulted in a stalemate during the negotiation.

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Quiz 1

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Vocab quiz 5

1 / 10

1. The man was convicted of perjury for lying under oath.

a) impunity

b) perjury

c) degenerate

d) vindication

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2. The woman's notoriety made it difficult for her to live a normal life.

a) propinquity

b) elocution

c) ascendency

d) notoriety

3 / 10

3. The propinquity of the two countries made them natural allies.

a) propinquity

b) elocution

c) import

d) probity

4 / 10

4. The nihilism of the philosopher led to a rejection of all values.

a) ambience

b) impunity

c) nihilism

d) degenerate

5 / 10

5. The apex of the mountain was a breathtaking sight.

a) degenerate

b) volition

c) apex

d) impunity

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6. The serendipity of the meeting led to a new business venture.

a) serendipity

b) impunity

c) nadir

d) edification

7 / 10

7. The discretion of the secretary ensured that the confidential information was kept safe.

a) impunity

b) dissolution

c) discretion

d) hedonism

8 / 10

8. The impudence of the child was annoying to his parents.

a) dissolution

b) hedonism

c) impunity

d) impudence

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9. The ambience of the restaurant was relaxing and inviting.

a) impunity

b) ambience

c) rhetoric

d) degenerate

10 / 10

10. The congruity of the colors in the painting was pleasing to the eye.

a) congruity

b) impunity

c) hedonism

d) objectivity

Your score is

Quiz 2

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Vocab quiz 5

1 / 10

1. The apex of the mountain was a breathtaking sight.

a) degenerate

b) apex

c) volition

d) impunity

2 / 10

2. The candor of the witness helped to clear up the confusion.

a) congruity

b) impunity

c) objectivity

d) candor

3 / 10

3. The serendipity of the meeting led to a new business venture.

a) impunity

b) edification

c) nadir

d) serendipity

4 / 10

4. The discretion of the secretary ensured that the confidential information was kept safe.

a) impunity

b) discretion

c) dissolution

d) hedonism

5 / 10

5. The synergy of the two companies led to increased profits.

a) impunity

b) synergy

c) proletariat

d) degenerate

6 / 10

6. The proletariat is the working class of a society.

a) nihilism

b) degenerate

c) proletariat

d) impunity

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7. The congruity of the colors in the painting was pleasing to the eye.

a) congruity

b) impunity

c) hedonism

d) objectivity

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8. The dissolution of the company was a result of financial difficulties.

a) nadir

b) dissolution

c) serendipity

d) impunity

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9. The propinquity of the two countries made them natural allies.

a) propinquity

b) probity

c) elocution

d) import

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10. The company's ascendancy in the market was due to its innovative products.

a) propinquity

b) import

c) elocution

d) ascendancy

Your score is

Quiz 3

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1 / 10

1. The propinquity of the two countries made them natural allies.

a) elocution

b) probity

c) import

d) propinquity

2 / 10

2. The sagacity of the old man was evident in his wise counsel.

a) objectivity

b) congruity

c) sagacity

d) candor

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3. The congruity of the colors in the painting was pleasing to the eye.

a) congruity

b) hedonism

c) impunity

d) objectivity

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4. The hedonism of the partygoers was evident in their excessive drinking and drug use.

a) serendipity

b) impunity

c) hedonism

d) dissolution

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5. The edification of the student was evident in their improved grades.

a) apex

b) edification

c) impunity

d) volition

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6. The woman's notoriety made it difficult for her to live a normal life.

a) notoriety

b) ascendency

c) elocution

d) propinquity

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7. The objectivity of the journalist ensured that the report was fair and unbiase

a) objectivity

b) hedonism

c) impunity

d) dissolution

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8. The incongruity of the man's appearance with his job made him stand out.

a) propinquity

b) notoriety

c) incongruity

d) ascendency

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9. The discretion of the secretary ensured that the confidential information was kept safe.

a) dissolution

b) discretion

c) impunity

d) hedonism

10 / 10

10. The apex of the mountain was a breathtaking sight.

a) apex

b) degenerate

c) impunity

d) volition

Your score is

Quiz 4

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Vocab quiz 5

1 / 10

1. The judge's sobriety ensured that the trial was conducted fairly.

a) ascendency

b) incongruity

c) notoriety

d) sobriety

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2. The edification of the student was evident in their improved grades.

a) impunity

b) volition

c) apex

d) edification

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3. The synergy of the two companies led to increased profits.

a) degenerate

b) proletariat

c) synergy

d) impunity

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4. The nihilism of the philosopher led to a rejection of all values.

a) nihilism

b) impunity

c) degenerate

d) ambience

5 / 10

5. The propinquity of the two countries made them natural allies.

a) probity

b) elocution

c) propinquity

d) import

6 / 10

6. The ambience of the restaurant was relaxing and inviting.

a) impunity

b) rhetoric

c) degenerate

d) ambience

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7. The politician's ambivalence about the issue made it difficult to understand her position.

a) ambivalence

b) notoriety

c) incongruity

d) sobriety

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8. The judge's probity ensured that he was fair in his rulings.

a) candor

b) sagacity

c) congruity

d) probity

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9. The nadir of the depression was a time of great despair for many people.

a) apex

b) impunity

c) nadir

d) edification

10 / 10

10. The congruity of the colors in the painting was pleasing to the eye.

a) objectivity

b) congruity

c) impunity

d) hedonism

Your score is

Quiz 5

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Vocab quiz 5

1 / 10

1. The serendipity of the meeting led to a new business venture.

a) impunity

b) edification

c) nadir

d) serendipity

2 / 10

2. The propinquity of the two countries made them natural allies.

a) import

b) propinquity

c) probity

d) elocution

3 / 10

3. The dissolution of the company was a result of financial difficulties.

a) serendipity

b) dissolution

c) nadir

d) impunity

4 / 10

4. The candor of the witness helped to clear up the confusion.

a) impunity

b) candor

c) objectivity

d) congruity

5 / 10

5. The politician's ambivalence about the issue made it difficult to understand her position.

a) sobriety

b) incongruity

c) ambivalence

d) notoriety

6 / 10

6. The ambience of the restaurant was relaxing and inviting.

a) impunity

b) ambience

c) rhetoric

d) degenerate

7 / 10

7. The discretion of the secretary ensured that the confidential information was kept safe.

a) impunity

b) discretion

c) dissolution

d) hedonism

8 / 10

8. The nadir of the depression was a time of great despair for many people.

a) nadir

b) edification

c) impunity

d) apex

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9. The discretion of the judge ensured that the trial was conducted fairly.

a) dissolution

b) discretion

c) impunity

d) hedonism

10 / 10

10. The congruity of the colors in the painting was pleasing to the eye.

a) congruity

b) impunity

c) objectivity

d) hedonism

Your score is

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