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 derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."
2Immoderate most nearly means:
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extol
precept
trove
excessive
Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."
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Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony.
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derivative
raspy
intricate
pageantry
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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."
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Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out.
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strategem
distortion
accessible
exalt
Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."
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As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
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grandiose
intensify
garish
trove
Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."