1
It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
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adversary
delight
awe
prune
Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."
2
The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
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admired
flaunt
aerate
gargantuan
Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."
3
Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
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prune
scapegoat
fidelity
comfort
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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."
4
The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
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petty
recrimination
inflammatory
gargantuan
Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."
5Flaunt most nearly means:
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censure
parade
inviolable
plaudits
Solution
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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."