1
Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
81%
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belated
urge
frugal
corrosive
Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."
2
The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47%
Answer Correctly
deferment
incumbent
corroborate
obdurate
Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."
3
Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78%
Answer Correctly
antidote
ramble
derelict
prompt
Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."
4
Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62%
Answer Correctly
pantomime
prominence
regale
adorn
Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."
5
It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
67%
Answer Correctly
preclude
curtail
oblilgatory
precept
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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."