The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."
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The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
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defiant
heed
defect
pantomime
Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."
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Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone.
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inauspicious
eulogy
slavish
iridescent
Solution
The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."
4Genial most nearly means:
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authoritarian
pleasant
impenitent
cunning
Solution
The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."
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The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
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futile
penurious
genial
diffident
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 diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."