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(n) the foremost part; the leading position in any field
What is vanguard?
100
(adj.) discouraged, dejected, downcast
What is crestfallen?
100
The members of the on-line discussion group were annoyed by the newcomer's _____ and rude remarks.
What is contentious?
100
All our plans for a picnic on the beach went suddenly _____ when it began to rain heavily.
What is askew?
100
SYNONYMS: defender, champion, interpreter ANTONYMS: critic, adversary, faultfinder, detractor
What is exponent?
200
(v.) to affirm openly; to state belief in; to claim, pretend
What is profess?
200
(v.) to entice, tempt; to be attractive to (n) a strong attraction; the power to attract, charm
What is allure?
200
Dreams of stardom ____ many gifted performers from all over the country to the bright lights of Broadway.
What is allure?
200
Most people look a little bit _______ when they get up in the morning.
What is disheveled?
200
SYNONYMS: argumentative, disputatious, combative ANTONYMS: agreeable, amiable, afable, pacific
What is contentious?
300
(adj.) winding; having many curves; lithe and flexible
What is sinuous?
300
(adj.) cheerful, lighthearted; casual, unconcerned
What is blithe?
300
The term World Series is a ____ because only North American tams participate in this event.
What is misnomer?
300
To the composer Ludwig van Beethoven, increasing deafness was not an _______ handicap.
What is insuperable?
300
SYNONYMS: loafer, idler, profligate ANTONYMS: skinflint, tightwad, miser
What is wastrel?
400
(adj.) to be regretted or pitied
What is lamentable?
400
(n.) one who advocates, speaks for, explains, or interprets; (math) the power to which a number, symbol, or expression is to be raised
What is exponent?
400
If you are conversing with a _________ individual, you may find it hard to get a work in edgewise.
What is garrulous?
400
In most ancient societies ____was swiftly visited on those who broke their promises.
What is retribution?
400
SYNONYMS: crave, yearn for, hunger for ANTONYMS: disdain, scorn, despise
What is covet?
500
(adj.) given to much talking; tediously chatty
What is garrulous?
500
(adj.) full, deep, or rich in sound; impressive in style
What is sonorous?
500
A vacation provides a ______ from the worries and responsibilities of everyday life.
What is respite?
500
If a high-tech company is to survive in today's marketplace, it must remain in the ____ of innovation.
What is vanguard?
500
SYNONYMS: comply with, accede, consent, yield ANTONYMS: resist, protest
What is acquiesce?
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