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Having a great deal of money or wealth; prosperous. Synonyms: Wealthy, Rich, Opulent, Prosperous. Example Sentences: > He comes from an affluent family. > The affluent river fed the fertile valley. > The affluent nation had a strong economy.

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Having a great deal of money or wealth; prosperous. Synonyms: Wealthy, Rich, Opulent, Prosperous. Example Sentences: > He comes from an affluent family. > The affluent river fed the fertile valley. > The affluent nation had a strong economy.

Meaning: Extremely interesting or attractive. Synonyms: Interesting, Intriguing, Appealing, Alluring, Captivating, Charming, Compelling. Example Sentences: > I found the documentary about the Amazon rainforest fascinating. > The magician's performance was absolutely fascinating; I couldn't take my eyes off him. > She's a fascinating woman with a captivating personality.

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Meaning: Extremely interesting or attractive. Synonyms: Interesting, Intriguing, Appealing, Alluring, Captivating, Charming, Compelling. Example Sentences: > I found the documentary about the Amazon rainforest fascinating. > The magician's performance was absolutely fascinating; I couldn't take my eyes off him. > She's a fascinating woman with a captivating personality.

To annoy or bother someone repeatedly, often in a way that is threatening or offensive. Synonyms: Annoy, Bother, Pester, Vex, Persecute. Example Sentences: > She was harassed by her colleagues with constant insults. > The neighbor harassed them with loud noise complaints. > She filed a complaint of sexual harassment against her boss.

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To annoy or bother someone repeatedly, often in a way that is threatening or offensive. Synonyms: Annoy, Bother, Pester, Vex, Persecute. Example Sentences: > She was harassed by her colleagues with constant insults. > The neighbor harassed them with loud noise complaints. > She filed a complaint of sexual harassment against her boss.

A substitute is a person or thing that takes the place of another. Synonyms: As a verb: Replace, Exchange, Swap, Change. As a noun: Replacement, Alternate. Example Sentences: > She found a substitute teacher for her class. > The substitute player scored the winning goal. > You can substitute sugar with honey in this recipe. > The old system will be substituted by a new one.

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A substitute is a person or thing that takes the place of another. Synonyms: As a verb: Replace, Exchange, Swap, Change. As a noun: Replacement, Alternate. Example Sentences: > She found a substitute teacher for her class. > The substitute player scored the winning goal. > You can substitute sugar with honey in this recipe. > The old system will be substituted by a new one.

Expose is a verb that means to reveal or uncover something that was previously hidden or secret. It can also mean to subject someone or something to something unpleasant or dangerous. Synonyms for "Expose": Reveal: To make known or disclose. Uncover: To bring to light. Disclose: To make known private or sensitive information. Betray: To expose someone to danger or harm. Unmask: To reveal someone's true nature or identity. Out: To reveal a secret or surprise.

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Expose is a verb that means to reveal or uncover something that was previously hidden or secret. It can also mean to subject someone or something to something unpleasant or dangerous. Synonyms for "Expose": Reveal: To make known or disclose. Uncover: To bring to light. Disclose: To make known private or sensitive information. Betray: To expose someone to danger or harm. Unmask: To reveal someone's true nature or identity. Out: To reveal a secret or surprise.

Meaning: A sudden event that causes great and often irreparable damage or suffering. Synonyms: Disaster, Calamity, Tragedy, Accident. Example Sentences: > The hurricane was a catastrophe that devastated the coastal town. > The nuclear accident was a catastrophe with far-reaching consequences. > The sudden loss of her job was a personal catastrophe.

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Meaning: A sudden event that causes great and often irreparable damage or suffering. Synonyms: Disaster, Calamity, Tragedy, Accident. Example Sentences: > The hurricane was a catastrophe that devastated the coastal town. > The nuclear accident was a catastrophe with far-reaching consequences. > The sudden loss of her job was a personal catastrophe.

Meaning: Inarticulate means unable to express oneself clearly or fluently in speech. It suggests a difficulty in communicating ideas or feelings effectively. Synonyms: Ineloquent, incoherent, Unclear, Vague, Muddled, Confused. Example Sentences: > He became inarticulate with rage. > She was inarticulate when trying to explain her feelings. > The inarticulate student struggled to answer the teacher's question.

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Meaning: Inarticulate means unable to express oneself clearly or fluently in speech. It suggests a difficulty in communicating ideas or feelings effectively. Synonyms: Ineloquent, incoherent, Unclear, Vague, Muddled, Confused. Example Sentences: > He became inarticulate with rage. > She was inarticulate when trying to explain her feelings. > The inarticulate student struggled to answer the teacher's question.

Meaning: Velocity refers to the rate of change of an object's position with respect to time, including the direction of motion. Synonyms: Speed, Rapidity, Pace, Momentum. Example Sentences: > The car was traveling at a high velocity down the highway. > The velocity of technological change is astonishing. > The bullet was fired with a high velocity.

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Meaning: Velocity refers to the rate of change of an object's position with respect to time, including the direction of motion. Synonyms: Speed, Rapidity, Pace, Momentum. Example Sentences: > The car was traveling at a high velocity down the highway. > The velocity of technological change is astonishing. > The bullet was fired with a high velocity.

# To follow or comply with rules, principles, or agreements: This is the more common figurative meaning. # To stick fast to a surface: This is the literal meaning, often used in physical contexts. Synonyms: Comply, Follow, Stick. Example Sentences: > We must adhere to the company's dress code. > She adheres to a strict vegan diet. > The team adheres to a rigorous training schedule. > The sticker didn't adhere to the wall, so it fell off.

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# To follow or comply with rules, principles, or agreements: This is the more common figurative meaning. # To stick fast to a surface: This is the literal meaning, often used in physical contexts. Synonyms: Comply, Follow, Stick. Example Sentences: > We must adhere to the company's dress code. > She adheres to a strict vegan diet. > The team adheres to a rigorous training schedule. > The sticker didn't adhere to the wall, so it fell off.

Contaminating means to make something impure or unfit for use by adding something harmful or unpleasant. For example, bacteria can contaminate food or water, making it unsafe to consume. Here are some synonyms for "contaminating": Polluting: This is a common synonym for contaminating, especially when referring to environmental pollution. Poisoning: This implies that the substance added is harmful or deadly. Tainting: This suggests that the substance added is unpleasant or offensive. Infecting: This is often used when the contamination is caused by a virus or bacteria. Defiling: This implies that the contamination is morally or spiritually harmful. Befouling: This suggests that the contamination is disgusting or filthy. Fouling: This is a more general term that can be used to describe any type of contamination. Dirtying: This implies that the contamination is making something physically dirty. Diluting: This implies that the contamination is weakening or reducing the strength of something.

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Contaminating means to make something impure or unfit for use by adding something harmful or unpleasant. For example, bacteria can contaminate food or water, making it unsafe to consume. Here are some synonyms for "contaminating": Polluting: This is a common synonym for contaminating, especially when referring to environmental pollution. Poisoning: This implies that the substance added is harmful or deadly. Tainting: This suggests that the substance added is unpleasant or offensive. Infecting: This is often used when the contamination is caused by a virus or bacteria. Defiling: This implies that the contamination is morally or spiritually harmful. Befouling: This suggests that the contamination is disgusting or filthy. Fouling: This is a more general term that can be used to describe any type of contamination. Dirtying: This implies that the contamination is making something physically dirty. Diluting: This implies that the contamination is weakening or reducing the strength of something.

Meaning: Intriguing means arousing curiosity or interest; fascinating. It describes something that is captivating and makes you want to know more. Synonyms: gripping, Fascinating, Captivating, Alluring, Compelling. Example Sentences: > The mystery novel was intriguing and kept me guessing until the very end.. > I found the documentary about ancient civilizations very intriguing. > The speaker gave an intriguing presentation on the future of artificial intelligence.

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Meaning: Intriguing means arousing curiosity or interest; fascinating. It describes something that is captivating and makes you want to know more. Synonyms: gripping, Fascinating, Captivating, Alluring, Compelling. Example Sentences: > The mystery novel was intriguing and kept me guessing until the very end.. > I found the documentary about ancient civilizations very intriguing. > The speaker gave an intriguing presentation on the future of artificial intelligence.

Meaning: To keep possession of something; to continue to have something. Synonyms: maintain, keep, hold, preserve, save, reserve, conserve, withhold, detain. Example sentences: > I will retain this book as a souvenir. > The company will retain its top employees. > The government will retain control of the public utilities.

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Meaning: To keep possession of something; to continue to have something. Synonyms: maintain, keep, hold, preserve, save, reserve, conserve, withhold, detain. Example sentences: > I will retain this book as a souvenir. > The company will retain its top employees. > The government will retain control of the public utilities.

Meaning: Anxious means feeling worried, uneasy, or apprehensive about something that might happen. It's often associated with nervousness, restlessness, and a sense of unease. Synonyms: Worried, Nervous, Apprehensive, Uneasy, Distressed, Eager. Example Sentences: > I felt anxious about the upcoming exam. > She was anxious to start her new job.

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Meaning: Anxious means feeling worried, uneasy, or apprehensive about something that might happen. It's often associated with nervousness, restlessness, and a sense of unease. Synonyms: Worried, Nervous, Apprehensive, Uneasy, Distressed, Eager. Example Sentences: > I felt anxious about the upcoming exam. > She was anxious to start her new job.

Apparent means easily seen or understood. It can also mean seeming to be true or real, but not necessarily so. Synonyms for "Apparent": > Obvious: clear to the sight or mind. > Clear: easily understood or seen > Plain: easily seen or understood > Evident: clear to the sight or mind. Example Sentences: > It was apparent that she was tired. > The solution to the problem was obvious. > The apparent cause of the accident was driver error. > The apparent leader of the group had little real authority.

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Apparent means easily seen or understood. It can also mean seeming to be true or real, but not necessarily so. Synonyms for "Apparent": > Obvious: clear to the sight or mind. > Clear: easily understood or seen > Plain: easily seen or understood > Evident: clear to the sight or mind. Example Sentences: > It was apparent that she was tired. > The solution to the problem was obvious. > The apparent cause of the accident was driver error. > The apparent leader of the group had little real authority.

To pronounce words clearly and distinctly. Synonyms: Articulate, Pronounce. Example Sentences: > The teacher asked the student to enunciate each word carefully. > The politician enunciated his party's platform in a clear and concise manner.

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To pronounce words clearly and distinctly. Synonyms: Articulate, Pronounce. Example Sentences: > The teacher asked the student to enunciate each word carefully. > The politician enunciated his party's platform in a clear and concise manner.

Profess means to declare openly or formally. synonyms: Declare, admit, Assert, Avow, Claim, Proclaim, Affirm. Example Sentences: > She professed her love for him.

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Profess means to declare openly or formally. synonyms: Declare, admit, Assert, Avow, Claim, Proclaim, Affirm. Example Sentences: > She professed her love for him.

Meaning: To stop something from happening. Synonyms: Evade, Bypass, Shun. Example Sentences: > I try to avoid crowded places during the pandemic. > To avoid accidents, always wear a seatbelt. > She avoids talking about her past.

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Meaning: To stop something from happening. Synonyms: Evade, Bypass, Shun. Example Sentences: > I try to avoid crowded places during the pandemic. > To avoid accidents, always wear a seatbelt. > She avoids talking about her past.

To increase the volume or force of something. Or to make something greater or stronger. Synonyms: Increase, Magnify, Intensify, Enhance, Boost, Strengthen. Example Sentences: > The amplifier amplified the sound of the guitar. > The telescope amplifies distant objects. > The media amplified the scandal. > The protest amplified the public's concerns.

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To increase the volume or force of something. Or to make something greater or stronger. Synonyms: Increase, Magnify, Intensify, Enhance, Boost, Strengthen. Example Sentences: > The amplifier amplified the sound of the guitar. > The telescope amplifies distant objects. > The media amplified the scandal. > The protest amplified the public's concerns.

Meaning: Intrepid means (of a person or action) fearless and adventurous. It describes someone who is bold and courageous, willing to face danger and uncertainty. Synonyms: gallant, Fearless, Brave, Courageous, Bold, Adventurous. Example Sentences: > The intrepid explorer ventured into the uncharted territory. > The firefighters were intrepid in their efforts to rescue the trapped victims. > The brave and intrepid soldiers fought valiantly against the enemy.

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Meaning: Intrepid means (of a person or action) fearless and adventurous. It describes someone who is bold and courageous, willing to face danger and uncertainty. Synonyms: gallant, Fearless, Brave, Courageous, Bold, Adventurous. Example Sentences: > The intrepid explorer ventured into the uncharted territory. > The firefighters were intrepid in their efforts to rescue the trapped victims. > The brave and intrepid soldiers fought valiantly against the enemy.

Meaning: Ferocious means extremely fierce, savage, or violent. It implies a wild and untamed nature, often characterized by a readiness to attack and inflict harm. Synonyms: Fierce, Barbarous, Cruel, Savage, Vicious. Example Sentences: > The ferocious lion attacked the gazelle with incredible speed and force. > The storm unleashed ferocious winds and torrential rain, causing widespread damage. > The dictator ruled his country with a ferocious grip, suppressing any dissent. > The debate turned ferocious as the two politicians attacked each other's policies. > The dog, usually gentle, became ferocious when it felt threatened.

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Meaning: Ferocious means extremely fierce, savage, or violent. It implies a wild and untamed nature, often characterized by a readiness to attack and inflict harm. Synonyms: Fierce, Barbarous, Cruel, Savage, Vicious. Example Sentences: > The ferocious lion attacked the gazelle with incredible speed and force. > The storm unleashed ferocious winds and torrential rain, causing widespread damage. > The dictator ruled his country with a ferocious grip, suppressing any dissent. > The debate turned ferocious as the two politicians attacked each other's policies. > The dog, usually gentle, became ferocious when it felt threatened.