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harass (v)
The judge repeatedly cautioned the the proceeding attorney not to ____________ the witness |
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Definition
To disturb, worry, to trouble by respected attacks
Synonyms:
Annoy, pester, bedevil, beleaguer |
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Inclement (adj)
During an ____________ new England winter, heavy snowfall may bring traffic to a stand still |
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Definition
Stormy, harsh; severe in attitude or action
Synonyms:
Blustery, tempestuous, implacable
Antonyms:
Mild, gentle, balmy, tranquil |
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Muse (v)
Philosphers have always _____________ on the meaning of life |
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Definition
To think about in a dreamy way, ponder
Synonyms:
Meditate, contemplate, daydream |
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Negligable
After taxes are deducted a smallraises can salary may result in a ____________ increase in take-home pay. |
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Definition
So unimportant that it can be disregarded
Synonyms:
Trival, inconsequential, insignificant
Antonyms:
Signifigant, crucial, momentous |
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Perpetuate (v)
In most cultures people try to ____________ the customs of their ancestors |
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Definition
To make permanent or long lasting
Synonyms: continue, persevere, prolong indefinitly
Antonyms:
Discontinue, abolish, abandon |
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Precedent (n)
We hope that other schools in our city will follow our ________ in volunteer work and charitable donations |
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Definition
An example that may serve as a basis for imitation or later action
Synonyms:
Guide, tradition model |
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Punitive (adj)
The general led a ___________ expedition against rebel forces. |
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Definition
Inflicting or aiming at punishment
Synonyms:
Penalize, retaliatory |
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Term
3B DB
Urbane (adj)
An ___________ host puts guests at ease by appearing totally confident and unruffled no matter what happens. |
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Definition
Refined in manner or style, suave
Synonyms:
Elegant
Antonyms:
Crude, uncouth, boorish |
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