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Accessible (adj)
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Easy to reach or to approach
The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. Synonyms: approachable, attainable |
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Accommodate (verb)
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To give consideration to
The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. Synonyms: oblige, abet |
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Advantageous (adj)
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Giving an advantage
The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. Synonyms: favorable, beneficial |
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Adversary (noun)
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One who opposes or resists
Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. Synonyms: opponent, enemy |
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Absolve (verb)
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To forgive; to free from guilt
Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. Synonyms: exculpate, pardon |
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Accentuate (verb)
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To emphasize
Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. Synonyms: highlight, stress |
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Aerate (verb)
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To supply with air
Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. Synonyms: oxygenate, carbonate |
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Aesthete (noun)
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Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty
Consuela's friends called her an aesthete when she claimed that Monet's paintings made her cry. Synonyms: connoisseur, epicure |
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Anthology (noun)
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A collection of selected literary pieces
The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. Synonym: collection, compilation |
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Antidote (noun)
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Something that relieves or counteracts
Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. Synonyms: cure, remedy |
