Wordly Wise 10, Lesson 11 - Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is a hybrid?

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A hybrid is the offspring resulting from the crossbreeding of two different species, such as a horse and a donkey.

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What does grandiloquent mean?

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Grandiloquent means lofty or extravagant in language, often used to describe a style of speaking that is pompous or verbose.

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What does cataclysmic mean?

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Cataclysmic refers to something that causes widespread destruction or disaster.

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What are culinary arts?

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Culinary arts refer to the practice of preparing, cooking, and presenting food.

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What does manifold mean as an adjective?

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Manifold means numerous and varied; it describes something that has many different forms or aspects.

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What is a panacea?

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A panacea is a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

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What does scourge mean?

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Scourge refers to a person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering.

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What is a stalemate?

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A stalemate is a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible, often used in the context of games or negotiations.

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What is the meaning of the word 'exquisite'?

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Exquisite means extremely beautiful and delicate.

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What does the term 'extravagant' imply?

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Extravagant implies spending more than necessary or being excessive in behavior or style.