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 pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."
2Precept most nearly means:
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fickle
disdain
rule
indecorous
Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."
3
The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
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raspy
egotist
precept
glorify
Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."
4
The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
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regurgitate
demean
discern
crafty
Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."
5
Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
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camaraderie
proximity
living
penurious
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The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."