1
Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
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Answer Correctly
inviolable
fraud
straddle
divide
Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."
2
Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
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Answer Correctly
rehash
finite
handicap
combative
Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."
3Disconcert most nearly means:
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Answer Correctly
buffoonery
rhapsody
unnerve
defiant
Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."
4
The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account.
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Answer Correctly
grandiose
glaring
sociable
moderate
Solution
The definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive." Used in a sentence: The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."
5
"heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy.
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Answer Correctly
entangle
diffident
exalt
mind
Solution
The definition for heed is "To pay attention to." Used in a sentence: "Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."