Vocabulary in Context Flashcard

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What does 'audacious' mean?

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Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks; daring.

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Use 'audacious' in a sentence.

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Her audacious move to climb the mountain without gear was praised.

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What does 'belligerent' mean?

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Hostile and aggressive.

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Use 'belligerent' in a sentence.

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The belligerent argument escalated quickly into a physical fight.

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What does 'atrocity' mean?

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An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically involving violence or injury.

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Use 'atrocity' in a sentence.

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The atrocity of the crime shocked the entire community.

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What does 'autonomous' mean?

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Having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs.

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Use 'autonomous' in a sentence.

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The country declared itself autonomous, independent of foreign rule.

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What does 'acrimonious' mean?

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Angry and bitter.

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Use 'acrimonious' in a sentence.

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The acrimonious dispute lasted for hours without resolution.