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 turpitude is "essential baseness, depravity.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."
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The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
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liability
promote
defect
surplus
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 promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."
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Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
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Answer Correctly
pallid
comfort
straddle
scamper
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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."
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Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable.
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immoderate
untouchable
demean
accommodate
Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."
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"Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
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accessible
prominence
flagrant
prevent
Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."