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The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
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eloquent
timid
rancorous
censure
Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."
2
"Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
63%
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inscription
insinuate
supple
promote
Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."
3
The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
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revive
genial
impenitent
fickle
Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."
4
Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
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accommodate
trove
keen
hedonism
Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."
5
Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.
56%
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prudent
grandiose
straddle
dupe
Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."