1
The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
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Answer Correctly
pallid
preclude
lurid
destitute
Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."
2
The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
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Answer Correctly
clarity
corrupt
frugal
discern
Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."
3
Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
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Answer Correctly
scamper
buffer
placebo
comfort
Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."
4
Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
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Answer Correctly
buffoonery
counterclaim
clarity
curtail
Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."
5Opportune most nearly means:
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Answer Correctly
liability
deferment
propitious
euphoria
Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."