The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."
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The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
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raspy
petty
ethical
antidote
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The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."
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Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness.
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inflammatory
belated
cure
indecorous
Solution
The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."
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After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
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gigantic
embellish
onset
genial
Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."
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It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
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defiant
brandish
oblilgatory
methodical
Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."