Definition
pseudonym
a name that someone (such as a writer) uses instead of his or her real name
recede
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*to move back or away; to grow less or smaller*
inflation
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*raise, swell, boost, extend, accelerate*
When Melissa's boyfriend cheated on her, she became ________, just moping around and crying a lot.
despondent
If the word is palpitation, then which word does not belong?
scared
nervous
heart beat
calm
calm
liberation
the act or process of freeing someone or something form another's control
diligent
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*characterized by steady, earnest, and energetic effort*
nonchalant
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*casual, uninterested, without care*
Sasha hated the ______ old librarian because he was always shushing her.
pedantic
If the word is dungarees, then which synonym does not belong?
blue jeans
denim
shoes
clothes
shoes
explicit
very clear and complete; leaving no doubt about the meaning
solace
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*to give comfort to someone in grief or misfortune*
boisterous
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*crazy, rowdy, rambunctious*
Moon pie is a very ______ puppy. She's constantly running and jumping around!
boisterous
If the word is adroit, then which synonym does not belong?
clever
skilled
tricky
cheat
cheat
a printed statement that describes something (such as a new business or idea) and that is sent to people who may want to be involved in it.
dregs
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*the little bits/sediment leftover in a liquid (such as the grounds from coffee or the tea leaves)*
expedient
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*prompt, quick*
Sandra put on her _________ because she was going to go for a ________ ride on her horse to calm her down.
dungarees
nonchalant
If the word is pensive, then which synonym does not belong?
thoughtful
upbeat
reflective
daydreaming
upbeat
impertinent
not restrained within due or proper bounds especially of propriety or good taste; not caring about proper manners
ardent
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*having or showing very strong feelings*
brusque
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* abrupt, blunt, short, snippy*
In order to ace his fireman exam, Sam had to be _______ with his training and pay attention to the ______ directions
diligent
explicit
If the word is indignation, then which synonym does not belong?
happy
furious
outrage
livid
happy