The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."
2Deferment most nearly means:
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appraise
dubious
postponement
awe
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The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."
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Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
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appraise
lenient
rail
comfort
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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 lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."
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Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
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facade
belated
homage
dubious
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The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."
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The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
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benevolent
irritation
regurgitate
mediate
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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 mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."