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absolute
The witness swore to tell the absolute truth. synonyms:pure, perfect;entire,whole, complete, unlimited; certain, sure |
adj. without flaws or imperfections; without limits; without doubt
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arena
The senator has been in the political arena ever since she was elected president of her high school class. Synonyms: a stadium, theater, auditorium; field, scene |
n. an enclosed space used for sports or shows; a field of interest, activity, conflict or debate
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compliment
Everyone likes to receive a compliment. The losing team complimented the winners on their victory. Synonyms: congratulations; regards; to flatter, applaud, salute |
n. a remark or action that shows admiration, praise, or approval; (used in the plural) good wishes
v. to give praise or admiration to |
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deliberate
A jury may deliberate for days before reaching a verdict. A person may tell a deliberate lie to avoid blame. Synonyms: to consider, debate, weigh; intentional; thoughtful, purposeful |
v. to think about or discuss very carefully.
adj. done or said on purpose; careful; at a slow pace |
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dense
A dense crowd blocked the entrance to the building. Synonyms: compact, solid, crowded; dull-witted, thickheaded |
adj. close or packed together; thick; stupid
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dominant
The President is usually the dominant figure in his or her political party. Synonyms: chief, main, first, foremost; commanding |
adj. above all others; leading or controlling; having the most power.
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hazardous
Special containers are used for disposing of hazardous waste. Synonyms: dangerous, perilous, risky, unsafe |
adj. involving risk or danger
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huddle
Campers may huddle around a fire on a cold night. The coaches held a brief huddle on the sidelines. Synonyms: to bunch, cluster; to gather; a bunch, conference |
v. to crowd close together; to form a closely packed group; to get together to discuss something.
n. a tightly packed group; a meeting or discussion; in football, a quick meeting of players on the field to plan the next play. |
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necessity
Water is a necessity for life. Synonyms: a requirement, essential, must; want |
n. something that cannot be avoided or done without; great need
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offend
Thoughtless behavior will offend most people. Synonyms: to embarrass, displease, insult, upset, irritate, annoy, wound |
v. to break a law or rule; to cause hurt feelings, anger, or injury
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regain
It takes time to regain your strength after an illness. Synonyms: to recover |
v. to get back; to reach again
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thorough
The dentist gave me a thorough checkup. Synonyms: exhaustive, extensive, total, ful |
adj. carried out to completion; complete in every detail; extremely careful or exact
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