The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."
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Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
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frugal
implement
rancorous
repel
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The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."
3Melodious most nearly means:
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fraud
iridescent
corrosive
dulcet
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The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."
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Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
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retroactive
dubious
turmoil
parade
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The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."
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The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
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naive
belated
foil
cover
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The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."