The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."
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The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
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impartial
opportune
elate
insolence
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The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."
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The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
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augment
refurbish
supple
fastidious
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The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."
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Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
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brandish
shorten
genial
indecorous
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The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."
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"Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
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meticulous
accessible
verify
mediate
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The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."