The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."
2Pomp most nearly means:
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pageantry
serenity
eulogy
raspy
Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."
3
The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
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melodious
elusive
servile
obdurate
Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."
4
The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
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mandate
dreary
melee
inflammatory
Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."
5
Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
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living
corrective
salvage
procrastinate
Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."