1
The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
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clarity
camaraderie
exasperation
defect
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 exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."
2Foil most nearly means:
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grandiose
complement
incisive
salvage
Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."
3
The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing.
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buffoonery
obnoxious
pale
embellish
Solution
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."
4
Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day.
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nurture
buffoonery
stealth
strict
Solution
The definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority." Used in a sentence: Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."
5
Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match.
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opponent
demean
elate
epitaph
Solution
The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."