1
The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
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Answer Correctly
eloquent
implausible
advantageous
pompous
Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."
2
The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
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Answer Correctly
implement
induce
extol
gaudy
Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."
3
The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy.
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Answer Correctly
remedial
ramble
prudent
absolve
Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."
4Rail most nearly means:
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Answer Correctly
authoritarian
supple
insolence
upbraid
Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."
5
The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62%
Answer Correctly
insinuate
regale
cover
antidote
Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."