The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."
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The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
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incite
anthology
accessible
refurbish
Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."
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The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts.
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spew
negate
accommodate
equitable
Solution
The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."
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The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
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commemorate
polarize
defect
obnoxious
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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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."
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Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
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benevolent
compulsion
hopeless
discern
Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."