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What does the word 'calumny' most closely mean?
What does the word 'calumny' most closely mean?
What does 'ameliorate' mean?
What does 'ameliorate' mean?
Which word describes a state of being morally unrestrained?
Which word describes a state of being morally unrestrained?
What does 'blanched' signify?
What does 'blanched' signify?
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What best describes 'pilgrimage'?
What best describes 'pilgrimage'?
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Vocabulary List
- Calumny: A false and malicious accusation or statement designed to damage someone's reputation.
- Titillated: To excite or arouse pleasantly, often in a slight or subtle way.
- Pilgrimage: A journey to a sacred place or shrine, often undertaken for religious reasons.
- Contiguous: Touching or near each other; sharing a border.
- Ameliorate: To make or become better, to improve.
- Indignant: Feeling or expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, or wrong.
- Inculcation: The process of teaching or instilling a belief or attitude.
- Licentious: Lacking moral restraint; promiscuous; unrestrained.
- Blanched: To make something pale or white, to remove color.
- Poppet: A small doll or figurine.
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Test your knowledge of advanced vocabulary with this quiz. Each word's definition is provided, along with its context in usage. Challenge yourself to master these nuanced terms!