GRE Syllabus

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1) Dally (verb) - to waste time or procrastinate

· The student dallied on their homework and did not finish it until the last minute.

· The businessman dallied in making a decision and missed out on a great opportunity.

2) Daunt (verb) - to discourage or intimidate

· The challenge daunted the inexperienced climber.

· The difficult task daunted the employees, causing them to hesitate.

3) Debacle (noun) - a complete failure or disaster

· The company's new product launch was a debacle, resulting in significant financial losses.

· The political campaign was a debacle, with the candidate losing by a wide margin.

4) Debauchery (noun) - excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury

· The party was an evening of debauchery, with excessive drinking and wild behavior.

· The aristocrat's lifestyle was one of debauchery, filled with excess and indulgence.

5) Debunk (verb) - to expose the falseness or lack of credibility of something

· The journalist debunked the conspiracy theory.

· The scientist debunked the pseudoscientific claim.

6) Decry (verb) - to speak out against or condemn

· The organization decried the government's policy on immigration.

· The activist decried the company's exploitation of workers.

7) Defer (verb) - to postpone or delay

· The company deferred the decision on the merger until next quarter.

· The student deferred their enrollment in the program until the following year.

8) Deference (noun) - respect or submission to authority or tradition

· The employee showed deference to their boss, even when they disagreed with them.

· The citizens showed deference to the king, following his every command.

9) Defiant (adjective) - resisting authority or control

· The prisoner was defiant towards the guards, refusing to follow their commands.

· The student was defiant towards the teacher, challenging their authority in class.

10) Deign (verb) - to consider something beneath one's dignity or status

· The queen deigned to meet with the commoners.

· The CEO deigned to speak with the interns.

11) Deleterious(adjective) - harmful or having a detrimental effect

· The chemical was found to have deleterious effects on the environment.

· The habit was found to have deleterious effects on one's health.

12) Deluge (noun) - a flood or overwhelming amount

· The city was hit by a deluge of rain, causing severe flooding.

· The company was hit by a deluge of complaints, causing a crisis.

13) Demagogue (noun) - a leader who seeks to gain power by appealing to the emotions and prejudices of the people

· The politician was a demagogue, using fear and nationalism rhetoric to gain support.

· The radio host was a demagogue, using sensationalism and conspiracy theories to gain listeners.

14) Denigrate (verb) - to speak or write about someone or something in a negative way

· The critics denigrated the movie, calling it a flop.

· The politician denigrated their opponents, calling them corrupt and dishonest.

15) Denouement (noun) - the final resolution or outcome of a story or situation

· The denouement of the novel was a happy ending.

· The denouement of the trial was a guilty verdict.

16) Depravity (noun) - moral corruption or wickedness

· The criminal's actions were a display of depravity.

· The society's acceptance of such behavior was a sign of depravity.

17) Derision (noun) - ridicule or contempt

· The idea was met with derision by the experts.

· The proposal was met with derision by the public.

18) Desiccate (verb) - to dry out completely

· The plant was desiccated due to lack of water.

· The fruit was desiccated due to over-exposure to the sun.

19) Desuetude (noun) - a state of disuse or neglect

· The building fell into desuetude after being abandoned for years.

· The tradition fell into desuetude after being forgotten by the community.

20) Desultory(adjective) - lacking a plan or purpose; aimless

· The conversation was desultory, with no clear topic or direction.

· The search was desultory, with no clear clues or leads.

21) Detraction (noun) - the act of speaking ill of someone or something

· The employee's criticisms were seen as a form of detraction by their colleagues.

· The article was seen as a form of detraction by the company.

22) Dilatory(adjective) - tending to delay or procrastinate

· The employee's work was dilatory, always behind schedule.

· The student's work was dilatory, always submitting assignments late.

23) Disabuse (verb) - to correct a false belief or misconception

· The teacher attempted to disabuse the students of their misconceptions about history.

· The scientist attempted to disabuse the public of their misconceptions about the vaccine.

24) Discerning - having good judgement and keen insight; able to distinguish and evaluate with care

· The discerning collector could tell a genuine painting from a forgery.

· The discerning critic was able to appreciate the subtle nuances in the performance.

25) Discomfit - to make uncomfortable or uneasy; to confuse or frustrate

· The difficult question discomfited the student.

· The sudden change of plans discomfited the host.

26) Discourse - formal or extended conversation or discussion; written or spoken communication

· The discourse on the topic of global warming was informative and thought-provoking.

· The discourse between the two leaders was cordial but not productive.

27) Discrepancy - a difference or inconsistency between two things or sets of data; a lack of agreement

· The discrepancy in the report raised suspicions of fraud.

· The discrepancy between the two accounts of the event was striking.

28) Discrete - separate and distinct; not connected or continuous

· The company's different departments were discrete entities with their own goals and objectives.

· The discrete pieces of evidence were later found to be connected.

29) Disenfranchise - to deprive of the rights and privileges of citizenship; to deprive of a vote

· The new law disenfranchised thousands of citizens.

· The disenfranchised group protested against the government's decision.

30) Disinclination - a lack of desire or willingness; a reluctance He had a disinclination to work on the project.

· She had a disinclination to accept the invitation.

31) Disparate - fundamentally different or distinct; unrelated

· The disparate groups came together to form a coalition.

· The disparate pieces of evidence did not support the theory.

32) Disparity - a significant difference or inequality; a lack of balance or fairness

· The disparity in the treatment of the two suspects was unjust.

· The disparity in wealth between the rich and the poor was striking.

33) Dispassionate - not influenced by strong emotions; impartial or neutral

· The judge had to be dispassionate in order to make a fair judgement.

· The dispassionate scientist examined the data objectively.

34) Dissemble - to conceal one's true motives or feelings; to pretend or disguise

· The politician dissembled when questioned about his past actions.

· The criminal dissembled his true identity.

35) Disseminate - to spread or distribute widely; to disseminate information

· The organization disseminated educational materials to schools.

· The researcher disseminated his findings to the scientific community.

36) Dissent - to disagree with the majority; to hold a different opinion

· "The minority's dissent was noted in the official record of the meeting."

· "His dissenting views on the topic made him a controversial figure in the field."

37) Divergent - tending to move in different directions; differing from one another

· "The opinions on the matter were divergent and it was difficult to reach a consensus."

· "The divergent paths of the two companies resulted in them becoming rivals."

38) Dissolution - the act of breaking up or dissolving; the state of being dissolved

· "The dissolution of the partnership was a difficult decision, but ultimately necessary for the growth of both parties."

· "The dissolution of the Soviet Union marked a significant shift in global politics."

39) Dogmatic - characterized by a lack of flexibility or willingness to consider other viewpoints

· "His dogmatic approach to teaching left little room for any new ideas or perspectives."

· "The dogmatic nature of the belief system made it difficult for any outsiders to understand or accept."

40) Dubious - characterized by uncertainty or doubt

· "Her dubious expression made it clear that she was not convinced by his argument."

· "Due to the dubious nature of the evidence, the jury was unable to reach a verdict."

41) Duplicity - the act of being deceitful or acting in bad faith

· "His duplicity in business dealings led to his downfall."

· "The duplicity of her actions left her friends and family feeling betrayed."

42) Eccentric - deviating from the norm or typical behavior

· "He was known for his eccentric fashion choices and his love for unique art."

· "Her eccentric personality made her stand out in the crowd."

43) Eclectic - made up of a variety of sources or elements

· "The menu was eclectic, featuring dishes from all over the world."

· "His eclectic taste in music made for an interesting playlist."

44) Ecstatic - feeling or expressing great joy or pleasure

· "She was ecstatic when she heard the news of her promotion."

· "The ecstatic crowd cheered as the winning team lifted the trophy."

45) Edict - a formal or authoritative command or instruction

· "The king issued an edict forbidding the practice of witchcraft."

· "The company's new policy was an edict from the CEO to increase productivity."

46) Effervescent - lively and enthusiastic; bubbling with energy

· "Her effervescent personality made her a joy to be around."

· "The effervescent crowd was full of energy and excitement."

47) Effervescent (adj) - lively and enthusiastic, bubbly

· "She had an effervescent personality and always lit up the room."

· "The party was made more enjoyable by the effervescent energy of the guests."

48) Effrontery (noun) - impudence, audacity, disrespect

· "His effrontery in speaking to his boss that way got him fired."

· "The effrontery of the pickpocket in trying to steal from me in broad daylight was astounding."

49) Elegy (noun) - a poem or song mourning the dead

· "The elegy written for the fallen soldiers was read at the memorial service."

· "The poet's most famous work is an elegy for his late wife."

50) Eloquence (noun) - fluent or persuasive speaking or writing

· "The lawyer's eloquence was key in convincing the jury of his client's innocence."

· "The speaker's eloquence captivated the audience and left a lasting impression."

51) Emulate (verb) - to imitate or copy, to strive to equal or excel

· "The young chef wanted to emulate his mentor's success."

· "The company's new product is an emulation of a rival's successful design."

52) Encomium (noun) - a formal expression of praise

· "The encomiums for his contributions to the field were numerous at his retirement ceremony."

· "The encomiums lavished on the new technology were premature, as it later proved to be a failure."

53) Endemic (adj) - characteristic of or restricted to a particular place or group of people

· "Malaria is endemic in many parts of Africa."

· "The problem of corruption has become endemic in the government agency."

54) Enigma (noun) - a mystery or puzzle, something that is difficult to understand

· "The ancient civilization remains an enigma to scientists and historians."

· "He was an enigma to his colleagues, always keeping to himself and never sharing his thoughts."

55) Ephemeral (adj) - lasting for a very short time, fleeting

· "The popularity of the trend was ephemeral and soon died out."

· "The beauty of the flower was ephemeral, lasting only a few days."

56) Epistemology (noun) - the branch of philosophy that studies knowledge and belief

· "The epistemology of science is the foundation of the scientific method."

· "The debate on the limits of human knowledge is a central issue in epistemology."

57) Equivocate (verb) - to be deliberately vague or unclear in order to deceive or mislead

· "The politician was criticized for equivocating on his position on the issue."

· "His equivocation led to confusion and mistrust among his colleagues."

58) Erudite (adj) - having or showing extensive knowledge acquired by study

· "The erudite professor was well-versed in multiple languages and cultures."

· "The erudite scholar's research on the topic was highly respected."

59) Esoteric (adj) - intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge

· "The theory was too esoteric for most of the students to understand."

· "The book's subject matter was highly esoteric, focusing on obscure medieval texts."

60) Ethereal (adj) - extremely delicate and light in a way that seems not to be of this world

· "The music was ethereal and otherworldly."

· "The ethereal beauty of the aurora borealis is breathtaking."

61) Expatiate (verb) - to speak or write at length or in detail.

· "The speaker expatiated on the history of the city for over an hour."

· "The author expatiated on the topic in his book."

62) Expedient (adj) - useful or appropriate for a particular purpose, practical

· "It would be more expedient to take the bus instead of driving."

· "The company's decision to lay off employees was seen as a necessary but unpleasant expedient."

63) Extant (adj) - still in existence, not destroyed or lost

· "The painting is one of only a few extant works by the artist."

· "The extant evidence suggests that the civilization was advanced for its time."

64) Extemporaneous (adj) - done or spoken without being planned or prepared beforehand

· The actor's performance was extemporaneous, as he had not rehearsed his lines before taking the stage.

65) Extraneous (adj) - not essential or relevant to the matter at hand

· The judge deemed the witness's testimony extraneous to the case and did not allow it to be presented in court.

· The professor asked the students to remove any extraneous information from their research papers before submitting them.

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1) Fastidious - meticulous and demanding of perfection; having high and often excessive standards

· The fastidious inspector rejected the entire batch of cookies for not being of the correct shape.

· The fastidious artist spent hours on end working on one small detail of his painting.

2) Fathom (verb) - to understand or explain something fully

· The young girl couldn't fathom the concept of calculus, despite her teacher's explanations.

· The detective couldn't fathom the motives behind the crime, despite his extensive investigation.

3) Foment - to incite or stir up a feeling or situation, especially trouble or rebellion

· The political leader's speeches fomented a sense of discontent among the people.

· The inflammatory article fomented a wave of anger among the readers.

4) Fervent - showing strong enthusiasm or passion

· The fervent supporter of the political party worked tirelessly to help get their candidate elected.

· The fervent student spent all of her time studying and practicing in order to excel at her craft.

5) Fervid - extremely passionate or enthusiastic; fiery

· The fervid speeches of the revolutionary leader inspired many to join the cause.

· The fervid musician poured all of his emotions into his performance.

6) Fervor (noun) - great enthusiasm or passion

· The revolutionary had a fervor for the cause and would stop at nothing to achieve success.

· Fans of the band were filled with fervor as they waited for the concert to begin.

7) Fiasco (noun) - a complete failure or disaster

· The company's new product launch was a complete fiasco, resulting in significant financial losses.

· The play's debut was a critical and commercial fiasco, closing after only one night.

8) Finesse (noun) - skillful handling or subtlety in a particular activity or situation

· The chef's finesse in the kitchen was evident in the delicate flavors of her dishes.

· The diplomat's finesse in negotiations allowed for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

9) Filibuster - the use of prolonged speeches or tactics to delay or prevent a vote on a bill

· The senator's filibuster lasted for more than 12 hours, delaying the passage of the bill.

· The minority party's use of the filibuster prevented the majority from passing their legislation.

10) Flair (noun) - a natural talent or aptitude for a particular activity or skill

· The designer had a real flair for fashion and her clothes were always on-trend.

· The child had a flair for music, and could play the piano beautifully at a young age.

11) Flippant (adj) - showing a lack of proper respect or seriousness; frivolous

· The student's flippant attitude towards the exam resulted in a poor grade.

· The comedian's flippant jokes about the serious issue were not well-received by the audience.

12) Florid (adj) - overly decorated or ornate; characterized by elaborate rhetoric

· The building's florid architecture was criticized for being too over the top.

· The speaker's florid language obscured the true meaning of their message.

13) Flout (verb) - to openly and brazenly disregard a rule or law

· The young man flouted the dress code and wore shorts to the formal event.

· The company's actions flouted environmental regulations and caused serious damage to the ecosystem.

14) Flout - to openly disrespect or disobey a rule or authority

· The company was flouting environmental regulations by polluting the river.

· The teenagers were flouting curfew by staying out late at night.

15) Fluke - an occurrence by chance; an unlikely coincidence

· Winning the lottery was just a fluke, as the odds of winning were one in a million.

· The discovery of the new planet was a fluke, as it was spotted by accident while searching for something else.

16) Foil (verb) - to thwart or prevent the success of

· The detective's clever tactics foiled the criminal's plan to escape.

· The rival team's strong defense foiled the home team's efforts to score.

17) Foment (verb) - to incite or stir up; to promote the growth of

· The leader's speeches fomented revolution among the oppressed people.

· The warm weather fomented the growth of the plants in the garden.

18) Forbear (verb) - to refrain from doing something; to have self-control

· He forbore from making a comment, even though he disagreed with the speaker.

· She forbore from eating the cake, even though she was very hungry.

19) Forbearance - patience, restraint, and self-control, especially in difficult situations

· The teacher's forbearance helped to calm the class during the fire drill.

· The company's forbearance in the face of the economic downturn helped it to survive.

20) Foresight - the ability to predict or plan for future events or situations

· The company's foresight in diversifying its product line helped it to weather the recession.

· The farmer's foresight in planting drought-resistant crops helped him to survive the dry summer.

21) Forswear - to renounce or reject formally; to swear to give up

· The traitor forswore his loyalty to the country and joined the enemy.

· The religious convert forswore her old beliefs and took on the new ones.

22) Fulsome - excessively lavish or excessive; insincere or insincere

· The fulsome praise from the boss made the employee feel uncomfortable.

· The fulsome decorations at the wedding were considered tasteless by some guests.

23) Gainsay - to deny or dispute

· "She was determined to gainsay his accusations and prove her innocence."

· "The lawyer was able to gainsay the prosecution's evidence and acquit his client."

24) Galvanize - to stimulate or excite

· "The news of the company's success galvanized the employees to work even harder."

· "The prospect of winning the championship galvanized the team to perform at their best."

25) Gambol - to frolic or play in a carefree manner

· "The children were gamboling in the meadow, chasing butterflies and playing games."

· "The young lambs were gamboling around the pasture, leaping and frolicking."

26) Glean - to gather information or knowledge bit by bit

· "She gleaned valuable insights from the customer survey data."

· "He gleaned enough information from the company's financial reports to make a decision."

27) Glib - fluent or smooth in speech, but insincere or superficial

· "The politician's glib remarks did not address the real issues."

· "He gave a glib explanation for the mistake, but it was obvious he didn't understand the problem."

28) Grandiloquent - using high-flown or pompous language

· "The professor's grandiloquent lecture left the students confused and uninterested."

· "The CEO's grandiloquent speech failed to impress the shareholders."

29) Gratuity - a tip or gift given as a token of appreciation

· "The waiter received a generous gratuity for his excellent service."

· "The tourists left a gratuity for the hotel staff as a thank you for their hospitality."

30) Gregarious - sociable and outgoing

· "She was known for being gregarious and always had a group of friends around her."

· "He was a gregarious person, always looking to make new friends and meet new people."

31) Guile - cunning or deceitfulness

· "He used guile to outsmart his opponents and win the game."

· "She accused him of using guile to cheat her out of her inheritance."

32) Gullible - easily deceived or tricked

· "The scam artist preyed on gullible people, promising them easy riches."

· "He was too gullible and believed everything his friends told him, even if it was obviously untrue."

33) Gustatory - relating to the sense of taste

· "The gustatory experience at the restaurant was unforgettable."

· "She was a master of gustatory delights and prepared meals that were a feast for the senses."

34) Halcyon - calm, peaceful, and prosperous

· "The halcyon days of summer were perfect for relaxing on the beach."

· "The halcyon years of her childhood were filled with warmth and joy."

35) Harbinger - an indication or warning of a future event

· "The early arrival of spring birds is a harbinger of warmer weather."

· "The stock market crash was a harbinger of the economic recession to come."

36) Harried - feeling stressed and rushed

· "She was harried from running around all day and just wanted to relax."

· "He was harried by all the responsibilities he had to take care of."

37) Haughtiness (noun) - the quality of being arrogant or condescending; haughty behavior or attitude

· "His haughtiness made him quite unpopular among his colleagues."

· "The princess's haughtiness made it impossible for her to make friends."

38) Hegemony (noun) - dominance or control over others; the ability of a country or group to exert control over others

· "The hegemony of the Roman Empire was established through military force and political manipulation."

· "In the business world, the hegemony of the tech giants is undeniable."

39) Homogeneity (noun) - the state of being similar or alike; the lack of diversity

· "The homogeneity of the small town made it difficult for new residents to feel welcomed."

· "The homogeneity of the company's workforce was a concern for the diversity and inclusion committee."

40) Hyperbolic(adjective) - characterized by exaggeration or overstatement; not meant to be taken literally

· "His hyperbolic claim that he could run a marathon in under an hour was met with skepticism."

· "The movie's plot was filled with hyperbolic elements, making it hard to take seriously."

41) Imbibe (verb) - to consume or take in something, usually a liquid; to absorb or take in information or ideas

· "She imbibed a glass of wine before sitting down to dinner."

· "He imbibed the teachings of the guru, fully committing to the spiritual path."

42) Impeccable (adjective) - flawless or without fault; beyond reproach

· "Her impeccable taste in fashion was evident in every outfit she wore."

· "The chef's impeccable skills were on full display in the restaurant's five-star dishes."

43) Impecunious (adjective) - having little or no money; financially poor

· "The impecunious student had to take out a loan to pay for his tuition."

· "The impecunious artist struggled to make ends meet, but refused to give up on her passion."

44) Imperturbable(adjective) - calm and unruffled; not easily disturbed or upset

· "The teacher's imperturbable demeanor helped to calm the students during the fire drill."

· "Despite the chaos around him, the businessman remained imperturbable, focused on closing the deal."

45) Implacable(adjective) - incapable of being appeased or calmed; stubborn and unyielding

· "The implacable anger of the victim's family made it hard for the perpetrator to express remorse."

· "The implacable dictator refused to listen to the pleas of the opposition."

46) Inchoate(adjective) - in an early or unfinished state; not fully formed or developed

· "The inchoate idea for the new startup was just a spark in the entrepreneur's mind."

· "The inchoate plans for the new city park were still in the early stages of development."

47) Ineffable(adjective) - too great or extreme to be described in words; indescribable

· "The beauty of the sunset was ineffable, leaving the onlookers speechless."

· "The ineffable feeling of love is something that cannot be put into words."

48) Ineluctable (adj.) - unable to be avoided or escaped; inevitable

· The ineluctable march of time is something we cannot change.

· The ineluctable consequences of his actions caught up with him eventually.

49) Infelicitous (adj.) - unfortunate; inappropriate; not well-suited

· His infelicitous choice of words caused offense to many in the audience.

· The infelicitous weather on the day of the outdoor wedding led to a last-minute venue change.

50) Inscrutable (adj.) - difficult to understand or interpret; mysterious

· The inscrutable motives behind the criminal's actions left the police puzzled.

· The inscrutable smile on her face made it impossible to know what she was thinking.

51) Insidious (adj.) - working or spreading harmfully in a subtle or gradual way

· The insidious spread of the disease was not noticed until it was too late.

· The insidious influence of social media on our behavior is a cause for concern.

52) Insouciant (adj.) - carefree; casual; nonchalant

· The insouciant attitude of the teenagers towards their studies was a concern for their parents.

· The insouciant way he brushed off the criticism made it clear he didn't take it seriously.

53) Internecine (adj.) - destructive to both sides in a conflict; mutually destructive

· The internecine war between the rival factions left both sides weakened.

· The internecine nature of the feud between the two families had lasted for generations.

54) Intractable (adj.) - difficult to manage or control; stubborn

· The intractable problem of poverty in the inner city seemed impossible to solve.

· The intractable child refused to listen to reason.

55) Inure (v.) - to become accustomed to something unpleasant; to become hardened to something

· The soldiers quickly inured to the dangers of the battlefield.

· She had to inure herself to the long hours and hard work required of her new job.

56) Inveigh (v.) - to speak out strongly against something; to protest or criticize vehemently

· The politician inveighed against the corrupt practices of the government.

· The environmental activist inveighed against the destruction of the rainforest.

57) Inveterate (adj.) - having a particular habit, practice, or tendency long established and unlikely to change

· The inveterate smoker had tried to quit many times but always failed.

· The inveterate gambler couldn't resist the lure of the casino.

58) Irascible (adj.) - easily angered; quick to temper

· The irascible old man was known to fly into a rage at the slightest provocation.

· The irascible chef was notorious for throwing pots and pans at anyone who dared to question his cooking.

59) Itinerant (adj.) - traveling from place to place; not settled in one place

· The itinerant salesman traveled from town to town.

· The itinerant nature of her job meant she was always on the move.

60) Jubilant - feeling or showing great happiness and triumph.

· The crowd was jubilant after their team won the championship.

· The bride was jubilant as she walked down the aisle.

61) Laudatory - expressing or giving praise.

· The employee received a laudatory letter from her boss for her hard work.

· The critics gave a laudatory review of the play.

62) Malignant - tending to cause death or harm.

· The malignant tumor was growing rapidly and needed to be removed.

· The malignant behavior of the bully made the other students feel unsafe.

63) Maverick - independent-minded and unorthodox.

· The maverick scientist refused to follow the traditional research methods.

· The maverick politician was known for his unorthodox views.

64) Mendacious - lying or tending to lie.

· The mendacious politician was caught in a scandal when his lies were exposed.

· The mendacious employee was fired for falsifying company records.

65) Milieu - the social or cultural environment in which something occurs.

· The milieu of the art gallery was very sophisticated.

· The milieu of the prison was harsh and unforgiving.

66) Misanthrope - a person who hates and distrusts humanity.

· The misanthrope refused to make friends and preferred to be alone.

· The misanthrope's bitter attitude made him difficult to be around.

67) Mitigate - to make less severe or harsh.

· The government implemented policies to mitigate the impact of the recession.

· The lawyer tried to mitigate the sentence for her client.

68) Nihilism - the belief that life is without meaning or purpose.

· The nihilism of the poet's work reflected his deep despair.

· The nihilism of the philosophy professor's lectures left the students feeling

confused and lost.

69) Nonplussed - surprised and confused.

· The nonplussed guests were unsure of how to react to the unexpected announcement.

· The nonplussed teacher didn't know how to handle the student's unexpected question.

70) Obdurate - stubborn and unyielding.

· The obdurate child refused to eat his vegetables.

· The obdurate manager refused to change her decision despite the evidence against it.

71) Obsequious - overly eager to please.

· The obsequious assistant always agreed with her boss's ideas.

· The obsequious waiter hovered around the table, refilling drinks before they were

empty.

72) Onerous - burdensome or difficult to bear.

· The onerous workload was taking a toll on the employee's health.

· The onerous regulations made it difficult for the small business to operate.

73) Opulent - rich and luxurious.

· The opulent palace was filled with gold and marble.

· The opulent banquet was fit for a king.

74) Orotund - Adjective - (1) characterized by fullness, clarity, and smoothness of sound, (2) characterized by grandiloquence or bombast.

· The politician's speeches were always orotund, making them more about the sound of his voice than the substance of his message.

· The opera singer's voice was orotund and powerful, filling the entire theater with sound.

75) Ostensible - Adjective - (1) intended to be or appearing to be true or real, (2) pretended or professed.

· The company's ostensible goal was to reduce emissions, but in reality they were only interested in increasing profits.

· The man's ostensible reason for attending the party was to see old friends, but in reality he was only there to meet new business contacts.

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1) Palatable - Adjective - (1) pleasing to the taste, (2) acceptable or satisfactory.

· The chef's cooking was so palatable that even the pickiest eaters cleaned their plates.

· The proposed budget cuts were not palatable to the majority of the city council, who voted against them.

2) Palliate - Verb - (1) to make less severe or intense, (2) to relieve symptoms without curing the underlying condition.

· The pain medication was only able to palliate the woman's chronic back pain, but not cure it.

· The company's attempts to palliate the public's concerns over their environmental record were seen as insincere by many.

3) Paltry - Adjective - (1) insignificant, (2) petty, (3) miserly.

· The company's profits were a paltry amount compared to their expenses.

· The man's paltry donation to the charity was seen as an insult.

4) Panacea - Noun - (1) a remedy for all ills or difficulties, (2) a solution to all problems.

· The new drug was being touted as a panacea for cancer patients.

· The politician's promises to create jobs and lower taxes were seen as a panacea for the country's economic problems.

5) Panegyric - Noun - (1) a formal or elaborate speech in praise of someone or something, (2) an encomium.

· The poet's panegyric to his native city was filled with flowery language and grandiose statements.

· The eulogy at the funeral was a panegyric, praising the deceased's virtues and accomplishments.

6) Paragon - Noun - (1) a model of excellence or perfection, (2) a person or thing that is considered to be a perfect example of its kind.

· The young athlete was seen as a paragon of sportsmanship, always fair and gracious in victory or defeat.

· The painting was considered a paragon of the artist's work, capturing the essence of the subject in a way that none of his other paintings did.

7) Pariah - Noun - (1) an outcast, (2) a person who is rejected or shunned by society.

· The woman was a pariah in her community, shunned by her neighbors after her husband's conviction for embezzlement.

· The company's unethical business practices made it a pariah in the industry.

8) Parity: Equality or equivalence in value, status, or amount.

· The wage parity between men and women in this company is still not equal.

· The new law aims to establish parity in access to healthcare for all citizens.

9) Paucity: Scarcity or lack of something.

· The paucity of resources in the region made it difficult for the population to survive.

· Despite her paucity of formal education, she was able to achieve great success in her field.

10) Pedantic: Overly concerned with minor details or academic formality.

· His pedantic approach to research hindered his ability to see the big picture.

· The professor's pedantic lectures made it difficult for students to stay engaged.

11) Pejorative: Expressing contempt or having a negative connotation.

· The term "spinster" is considered pejorative and is now rarely used.

· The pejorative language used in the article made it clear that the author had a bias against the subject.

12) Penchant: A strong liking or preference for something.

· She has a penchant for spicy food and always orders the hottest dish on the menu.

· His penchant for collecting rare books led him to open his own bookstore.

13) Penurious: Extremely poor or stingy.

· The penurious state of the country made it difficult for citizens to afford basic necessities.

· Despite his wealth, he had a penurious attitude towards spending money on others.

14) Perfidy: Treachery or betrayal of trust.

· The perfidy of the government officials was exposed during the investigation.

· He was accused of perfidy for secretly negotiating with the enemy during the war.

15) Perfunctory: Done in a routine or superficial way.

· Her perfunctory attitude towards her job made it clear she was not invested in the company's success.

· The perfunctory inspection of the building failed to uncover any safety hazards.

16) Permeate: To spread throughout or penetrate.

· The smell of freshly baked bread permeated the entire house.

· His ideas about democracy permeated the entire political system.

17) Pernicious: Having a harmful effect, often in a subtle or gradual way.

· The pernicious effects of poverty on children's health are well-documented.

· The pernicious influence of the media on young minds is a growing concern.

18) Perspicacious: Having keen insight or understanding.

· The perspicacious investor was able to see the potential of the company before others did.

· Her perspicacious analysis of the situation helped the team make a critical decision.

19) Perspicuity: Clarity or transparency in expression.

· The perspicuity of the instructions made it easy for the team to follow them.

· The perspicuity of her writing is one of the reasons why she is so well-respected in her field.

20) Pervasive: Widespread or present everywhere.

· The pervasive influence of technology in modern society is undeniable.

· The pervasive use of social media has changed the way we communicate.

21) Petulant: Being peevish or irritable.

· The petulant child refused to eat her vegetables.

· His petulant attitude made it difficult for him to work with others.

22) Pithy(adjective) - (of speech or writing) concise and forcefully expressive.

· "He always made pithy observations about the human condition"

· "The pithy remark left everyone in the room in awe"

23) Placate (verb) - make (someone) less angry or hostile.

· "He tried to placate her with flowers and chocolates"

· "The government's decision to raise taxes has done little to placate the protesters"

24) Placid(adjective) - (of a person or their manner) calm and untroubled; peaceful.

· "He was a placid man who never lost his temper"

· "The lake was so placid that the reflection of the surrounding mountains was perfectly mirrored"

25) Plenitude (noun) - an abundance or plenty.

· "The plenitude of food at the banquet was overwhelming"

· "The plenitude of options available made it difficult for her to decide"

26) Pliant(adjective) - easily bent; flexible.

· "The pliant branches of the willow tree swayed in the wind"

· "The company's management was more pliant than the union had expected"

27) Plod (verb) - walk heavily and steadily, especially when carrying something heavy.

· "He plodded along the muddy path"

· "The workers plodded through the day, exhausted from the hard labor"

28) Pluck (verb) - pull (something) quickly and sharply away from something or someone.

· "She plucked the apple from the tree"

· "He plucked a hair from his chin"

29) Plumb (verb) - examine the depths of (a subject or situation).

· "He plumbed the depths of human behavior"

· "The scientist plumbed the depths of the ocean to study marine life"

30) Plutocracy (noun) - a government or society ruled by the wealthy.

· "The plutocracy of ancient Rome was dominated by a small group of wealthy families"

· "The country's political system was criticized for being a plutocracy"

31) Pockmarked(adjective) - (of a surface) marked with many small pits or scars, typically as a result of acne or smallpox.

· "His face was pockmarked from years of acne"

· "The road was pockmarked with potholes"

32) Poignant(adjective) - evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

· "The poignant memories of his childhood stayed with him"

· "The poignant melody of the song brought tears to her eyes"

33) Polarize (verb) - divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs.

· "The issue of immigration has polarized the country"

· "His statement polarized the audience and sparked a heated debate"

34) Polemical (adj) - relating to or involving a dispute or controversy; argumentative

· The political campaign was marked by polemical speeches and personal attacks.

· The polemical nature of the debate made it impossible to reach a compromise.

35) Ponderous (adj) - heavy and dull; difficult to understand or move

· The ponderous tome on medieval history weighed several pounds and was a struggle to read.

· The judge's ponderous legal language made it hard for the jury to follow his instructions.

36) Portentous (adj) - indicating or suggesting something momentous or ominous; grandiose

· The portentous clouds on the horizon signaled an approaching storm.

· The CEO's portentous rhetoric about the company's future made it sound like they were on the brink of collapse.

37) Pragmatic (adj) - practical rather than idealistic; dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations

· The pragmatic approach to budgeting meant that the company focused on cutting costs rather than investing in new projects.

· The politician's pragmatic stance on immigration helped him gain support from voters.

38) Precipitate (adj) - done or acting quickly and without careful consideration; hasty

· The CEO's precipitate decision to lay off half of the staff caused morale to plummet.

· The precipitate withdrawal of troops from the region destabilized the government.

39) Prevaricate (v) - to speak or act in an evasive way; to avoid committing oneself in what one says or does

· The witness prevaricated when asked about her whereabouts on the night of the murder.

· The politician prevaricated on the issue of taxes, refusing to take a clear stance.

40) Prodigal (adj) - recklessly wasteful; extravagantly lavish

· The prodigal prince squandered his entire fortune on frivolous luxuries.

· The prodigal CEO's lavish spending habits bankrupted the company.

41) Profligate (adj) - morally or financially dissipated; wasteful

· The profligate young man spent all of his inheritance on wild parties and gambling.

· The profligate government's spendthrift ways led to a financial crisis.

42) Propinquity (n) - the state of being close to someone or something in space or time; proximity

· The propinquity of the two countries led to a close economic relationship.

· The propinquity of the events suggests they are connected in some way.

43) Prosaic (adj) - dull and lacking in imagination; matter-of-fact

· The prose of the novel was prosaic, lacking the poetic language of other works by the same author.

· The prosaic nature of the lecture made it hard for the students to stay engaged.

44) Pusillanimous (adj) - lacking courage or confidence; timid

· The pusillanimous soldier was too afraid to face the enemy in battle.

· The pusillanimous employee was too scared to speak up and voice their concerns.

45) Quixotic (adj) - idealistic to the point of being impractical; romantic

· The quixotic young man dreamed of becoming a knight but had no training or experience.

· The quixotic plan to revolutionize the industry was doomed to failure from the start.

46) Recalcitrant - Resistant to authority or control; stubbornly disobedient.

· "The recalcitrant employee refused to follow the company's new policy."

· "The recalcitrant child refused to eat his vegetables."

47) Redoubtable - Worthy of respect through being impressive or formidable.

· "The redoubtable lawyer was known for her sharp mind and quick wit."

· "The redoubtable general was feared by his enemies on the battlefield."

48) Refractory - Hard to control or manage.

· "The refractory horse refused to be tamed by the trainer."

· "The refractory student refused to follow the teacher's instructions."

49) Relegate - Assign to a lower position or less important role.

· "The manager decided to relegate the underperforming employee to a less important role."

· "The government decided to relegate the small island to a minor role in the country's tourism strategy."

50) Repercussion - A consequence or result of an action or decision.

· "The company faced severe repercussions after the data breach."

· "The politician's decision to vote against the bill had serious repercussions for his career."

51) Reprieve - A delay or temporary suspension of punishment.

· "The prisoner was granted a reprieve and his execution was delayed."

· "The company was granted a reprieve and given more time to pay its debts."

52) Repudiate - Reject or disown formally.

· "The country repudiated the treaty and severed diplomatic ties with its former ally."

· "The company repudiated its former CEO's actions and distanced itself from the scandal."

53) Repugnant - Extremely distasteful or offensive.

· "The idea of eating insects is repugnant to many people."

· "The repugnant smell of rotting garbage was overwhelming."

54) Resilient - Able to recover quickly from difficulties.

· "The resilient economy bounced back after the recession."

· "The resilient athlete recovered quickly from her injury."

55) Resolve - A firm decision to do something.

· "The company's resolve to cut costs led to layoffs."

· "The student's resolve to finish her degree motivated her to work harder."

56) Reticent - Reluctant to express one's thoughts or feelings.

· "The reticent witness refused to testify in court."

· "The reticent employee was hesitant to share his ideas in meetings."

57) Retrograde - Moving backwards or in the opposite direction.

· "The company's profits have gone into retrograde in the past quarter."

· "The country's political situation has taken a retrograde turn in recent years."

58) Rife - Common or widespread.

· "Crime is rife in the city's downtown area."

· "Corruption is rife in the government."

59) Risible - Deserving or inviting ridicule; ridiculous.

· "The risible fashion choices of the 80s were a source of amusement."

· "The risible excuses of the defendant made the jury doubt his innocence."

60) Robust - strong and healthy; vigorous

· The robust young man easily lifted the heavy weight.

· The economy has been robust despite the ongoing pandemic.

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1) Salacious - appealing to or causing sexual desire; indecent or vulgar

· The salacious content of the movie was not suitable for children.

· The politician's salacious behavior at the event made headlines.

2) Salubrious - promoting health or well-being

· The salubrious effects of daily exercise are well-known.

· The salubrious climate of the mountain town attracted many retirees.

3) Sanguine - optimistic or positive, especially in an difficult situation

· Despite the setback, the team remained sanguine about their chances of winning the game.

· The sanguine attitude of the patient helped her recover quickly.

4) Satiate - satisfy (a desire or an appetite) fully

· The rich meal satiated my hunger completely.

· The concertgoers were satiated by the incredible performances.

5) Scintillating - lively and sparkling; intellectually stimulating

· The scintillating conversation at the dinner party made the evening fly by.

· The scintillating performance by the orchestra left the audience in awe.

6) Sedulous - showing dedication and diligence

· The sedulous student spent hours studying for the exam.

· The sedulous researcher carefully examined every detail of the experiment.

7) Seethe - be filled with intense but unexpressed anger

· The crowd began to seethe as the speaker made controversial statements.

· The employee seethed with anger when he was passed over for promotion.

8) Serendipity - the occurrence of fortunate events by chance

· The company's success was due to a bit of serendipity and a lot of hard work.

· The couple attributed their meeting to serendipity.

9) Sinecure - a job or position that requires little or no work but provides a salary

· The ambassador's position was a sinecure, allowing him to spend most of his time traveling.

· The professor's sinecure allowed him to spend more time on research.

10) Skiff - a small, light boat

· The skiff was easily pushed along by the gentle current.

· The fishermen used skiffs to navigate the shallow waters.

11) Sobriquet - a nickname or descriptive term

· The singer's sobriquet was "Queen of Soul."

· The politician's sobriquet was "The Great Communicator."

12) Solicit - ask someone earnestly or urgently to do something

· The charity organization solicited donations from the public.

· The lawyer solicited the client's cooperation in the case.

13) Solicitor - a lawyer who advises clients and represents them in legal matters

· The solicitor provided legal advice to the company.

· The solicitor appeared in court on behalf of the defendant.

14) Solicitous - showing concern or care

· The solicitous nurse checked on the patient every hour.

· The solicitous mother asked her son if he needed anything before she left.

15) Solvent: able to pay all debts; able to dissolve other substances

· The company's financial troubles were caused by a lack of solvent customers.

· The solvent was able to dissolve the paint, leaving the surface clean.

16) Soporific: tending to induce drowsiness or sleep

· The medicine had a soporific effect and put me to sleep quickly.

· The lecture was so boring that it was almost soporific.

17) Sordid: dirty and unpleasant; morally degraded

· The sordid details of the crime made it difficult for the jury to hear.

· The sordid living conditions in the slums were a shock to the visiting dignitaries.

18) Specious: seemingly good or true, but actually false

· The defense lawyer's argument was specious and the jury saw through it.

· The specious reasoning behind the proposal was not convincing.

19) Sporadic: occurring at irregular intervals; not steady or continuous

· The sporadic rain showers made it difficult for the farmers to plan their crops.

· The sporadic nature of the disease made it difficult to track its spread.

20) Spurious: not genuine; not true or authentic

· The painting was identified as spurious and removed from the exhibit.

· The spurious claims made by the company were proven false in court.

21) Squander: to waste or spend foolishly

· The company squandered its resources on a failed project.

· He squandered his inheritance on a lavish lifestyle.

22) Squelch: to suppress or silence

· The government tried to squelch the opposition's protests.

· The rumors were squelched before they could spread.

23) Staid: sedate and serious; not showy or flashy

· The staid atmosphere of the library was a welcome change from the chaos of the city.

· The staid businessman was known for his conservative suits and ties.

24) Stentorian: extremely loud

· The stentorian voice of the speaker made it difficult for the audience to hear.

· The stentorian roar of the crowd was deafening.

25) Stilted: unnatural or forced

· The stilted conversation made it clear that the two strangers were not comfortable with each other.

· The stilted language of the legal document made it difficult to understand.

26) Strident: loud and harsh; insistent

· The strident cries of the protesters could be heard from blocks away.

· The strident demands of the union were met with resistance from management.

27) Strut: to walk with a proud, self-important air

· The peacock strutted across the lawn, displaying its colorful feathers.

· The arrogant manager strutted around the office, showing off his new promotion.

28) Stygian: dark and gloomy; hellish

· The stygian depths of the cave made it difficult to see.

· The stygian conditions in the factory were dangerous for workers.

29) Sublime: of high spiritual or moral greatness; awe-inspiring

· The sublime beauty of the mountains left the hikers speechless.

· The sublime poetry of Shakespeare continues to inspire readers

30) Subsequent - happening or coming after something else; following

· Subsequent to his graduation, he got a job in a reputed company.

· The subsequent events in the story take a dark and unexpected turn.

31) Subsume - include or absorb something within something else

· The new company subsumed the smaller one and expanded its operations.

· The new theory subsumes all previous ones and explains more phenomena.

32) Subterfuge - a deceptive or cunning strategy or action used to deceive or evade

· He used subterfuge to get out of the meeting without being noticed.

· The company's subterfuge was discovered and they were fined heavily.

33) Succinct - brief and to the point; clearly and briefly stated

· She gave a succinct explanation of the problem and its solution.

· The instructions were succinct and easy to follow.

34) Supercilious - having or showing an attitude of superiority or disdain

· He had a supercilious attitude towards those who didn't share his views.

· She gave a supercilious smile when she heard the bad news.

35) Superfluous - more than is needed or wanted; unnecessary

· The extra information was superfluous and didn't add anything to the report.

· The company was criticized for its superfluous spending on luxury items.

36) Superimpose - place or lay something over something else; combine two or more things

· The new design was superimposed over the old one to see how it would look.

· The two images were superimposed to create a new one.

37) Supersede - replace or become more important than something else; take the place of

· The new law superseded the old one and was put into effect immediately.

· The new technology superseded the old one and made it obsolete.

38) Supine - lying face up or having a tendency to lie face up

· The patient was placed in the supine position for the procedure.

· The supine position is considered to be passive and weak.

39) Surfeit - an excessive amount; an overabundance

· There was a surfeit of food at the party and many guests went home with leftovers.

· The surfeit of sugar in the cake made it too sweet to eat.

40) Surreptitious - done in a secret or stealthy manner; done without attracting attention

· The surreptitious meeting was held in a secret location.

· The company's surreptitious practices were discovered and they were fined heavily.

41) Suture - a surgical stitch used to close a wound

· The patient needed sutures after the surgery.

· The doctor used sutures to close the incision.

42) Sycophant - a person who flatters or acts servilely towards someone important in order to gain favor

· The sycophant told the boss what he wanted to hear, not what was true.

· The sycophant was always hanging around the famous actor, hoping to get a role in his movie.

43) Tacit: implied or understood without being directly expressed; implied

· "She had a tacit understanding with her boss that she could work from home on Fridays."

· "The group had a tacit agreement not to discuss politics at the dinner table."

44) Temerity: recklessness or boldness, especially when it is unwarranted

· "He had the temerity to ask for a raise after only working at the company for a few months."

· "She had the temerity to wear a revealing dress to her conservative aunt's wedding."

45) Temporal: relating to time, especially as distinct from eternal or spiritual

· "The temporal nature of life is something that many people struggle to come to terms with."

· "The temporal effects of the drug are still being studied."

46) Tenebrous: dark and gloomy, often hard to see through

· "The tenebrous forest was so thick that it was hard to see more than a few feet in front of you."

· "The tenebrous clouds made it hard to see the sun."

47) Trenchant: cutting, sharp, or incisive, often in reference to words or criticism

· "His trenchant wit was both admired and feared by his colleagues."

· "The article was full of trenchant observations about the state of the economy."

48) Truncate: to shorten or cut off the end of something

· "He decided to truncate his speech when he saw that the audience was getting restless."

"The company had to truncate its product line in order to stay profitable."

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1) Ubiquitous: present everywhere at the same time

· "Smartphones have become ubiquitous in our society."

· "The phrase “going viral” is ubiquitous in internet culture."

2) Umbrage: offense or annoyance taken at something perceived as a slight

· "She took umbrage at his suggestion that she was not qualified for the job."

· "He took umbrage at the insinuation that he was dishonest."

3) Upbraid: to scold or criticize severely

· "He was upbraided by his boss for being late to the meeting."

· "She upbraided her children for not cleaning their rooms."

4) Usurious: charging excessively high interest on a loan

· "The usurious interest rates on the loan quickly put the borrower in financial trouble."

· "The usurious lending practices of the bank were finally exposed by the government."

5) Venerate: to respect or honor deeply

· "He venerates his grandfather as a war hero."

· "Many people venerate Martin Luther King Jr. as a civil rights leader."

6) Vexation: annoyance or frustration

· "The constant technical difficulties were a vexation to the whole team."

· "She felt a vexation at the constant interruptions during the meeting."

7) Vindicate: to clear from blame or suspicion, to justify

· "The trial vindicated him of the accusations."

· "His actions were vindicated by the success of the project."

8) Volition: the act of making a conscious choice or decision

· "She acted of her own volition, without any influence from others."

· "He had no volition to change his ways."

9) Votary - noun, a person who is devoutly religious or dedicated to a particular cause

· "The votaries of the new religion were convinced that their leader was a prophet sent by God."

· "The young artist was a votary of the Impressionist movement and spent her life studying and emulating their techniques."

10) Waffle - verb, to speak or write at length without saying anything important or meaningful

· "The politician was criticized for waffling on the issue and avoiding giving a direct answer."

· "The book was filled with waffle and failed to offer any new insights or information."

11) Wary - adjective, cautious and careful to avoid danger or mistakes

· "The investor was wary of the new company and decided not to invest in it."

· "The hikers were wary of the storm approaching and quickly set up camp to take cover."

12) Waver - verb, to hesitate or be uncertain about something

· "She wavered about whether to accept the job offer or not."

· "He wavered on his decision to run for office."

13) Whimsical - adjective, impulsive, capricious, or fanciful

· "The artist's whimsical paintings were filled with bright colors and unexpected shapes."

· "She had a whimsical sense of humor and often surprised her friends with her unexpected jokes."

14) Wily - adjective, clever, cunning, or devious

· "The wily fox outsmarted the hunters and escaped into the woods."

· "The lawyer was known for his wily tactics in the courtroom."

15) Wistful - adjective, characterized by a longing or yearning

· "She had a wistful look in her eyes as she watched her children grow up."

· "The song had a wistful melody that made listeners nostalgic for the past."

16) Wont - noun, a habitual practice or custom

· "It was his wont to rise early and start work before the sun came up."

· "She had a wont of talking to herself when she was working."

17) Wrangle - verb, to argue or dispute in a noisy or angry way

· "The two politicians were wrangling over the new legislation."

· "The siblings were wrangling over who was going to get the last piece of cake."

18) Wry - adjective, dry, ironic, or humorous in an understated way

· "He had a wry sense of humor and often made jokes that were hard to understand."

· "The book had a wry, cynical tone that made readers question their own beliefs."

19) Xeric - adjective, characterized by or requiring little water

· "The xeric landscape of the desert was dotted with thorny bushes.

20) Xyloid - resembling wood.

· "The xyloid sculpture was carved from a single block of stone."

· "The xyloid paneling in the room gave it a warm and inviting feeling."

21) Yielding - capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out.

· "The metal was too hard to be yielding."

· "A yielding personality is easy to manipulate."

22) Yoke - join together.

· "The two oxen were yoked together to pull the plow."

· "The couple felt as if they were yoked together by fate."

23) Yonder - distant but within sight. "The village lay just yonder."

· "The mountain peak in the distance was the yonder goal of his hike."

24) Yore - long ago.

· "In days of yore, the king would have been expected to lead the charge."

· "The ruins of the castle were a reminder of the wars fought in yore."

25) Zany - comically eccentric.

· "The zany clown had the children in stitches."

· "He was known for his zany antics and wild sense of humor."

26) Zephyr - a slight wind.

· "The zephyr blew through the trees, rustling their leaves."

· "The zephyr was so gentle that it barely ruffled her hair."

27) Zest - vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment.

· "He approached his work with zest."

· "She tackled the project with zest and energy."

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