what does esoteric mean

Esoteric means intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people.

Esoteric is a term used for physical objects.

Esoteric refers to something that is very common.

Esoteric means widely understood by everyone.

what does imperious mean

Having or showing the arrogant attitude of someone who gives orders.

Showing kindness and compassion

what does poignant mean

Poignant means evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

Poignant refers to a type of food that is spicy.

Poignant means causing laughter or joy.

Poignant is a term used to describe a physical object.

what does repugnant mean

Repugnant means distasteful or offensive.

Understood or implied without being stated openly.

what does vicarious mean

Experiencing something indirectly through another person's feelings or actions.

Understanding emotions through theoretical knowledge.

Experiencing something directly and personally.

Feeling something deeply without any connection to others.

what does prevaricate mean

To speak or act evasively; to avoid the truth.

what does supercilious mean

Arrogantly superior or disdainful.

Humbly submissive or compliant.

Indifferently casual or relaxed.

what does enervate mean

to enhance or improve performance

what does plethora mean

An excessive amount or large quantity.

A small amount or limited quantity.

what does prototype mean

A prototype is a preliminary version of a product used for testing and validation.

A prototype is a marketing strategy for product launch.

A prototype is a detailed user manual for a product.

A prototype is a final version of a product ready for market.

Not in a straight or level position; tilted.

To be perfectly symmetrical; balanced.

To be completely vertical; upright.

In a straight and level position; aligned.

what does abrogate mean

To formally repeal or do away with something, especially a law or agreement.

To create a new law or agreement.

To ignore or overlook a law or agreement.

To modify or amend a law or agreement.

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what does magnanimous mean

Easily angered and vengeful

Generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival.

Indifferent to others' needs

Selfish and unyielding

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what does misanthrope mean

A person who loves all of humanity.

A person who is indifferent to human relationships.

A person who seeks to improve society.

A person who dislikes or distrusts humankind.

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what does parsimonious mean

Economical or frugal; favoring simplicity and minimalism.

Indifferent to simplicity; embracing chaos and disorder.

Unrelated to financial matters; focusing on emotional aspects.

Excessive or lavish; promoting complexity and extravagance.

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what does pundit mean

A form of entertainment

A type of political party

A historical document

An expert or commentator, especially in politics or the media.

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what does officious mean

Officious means being overly formal in a professional setting.

Officious refers to someone who is shy and reserved.

Officious means assertively offering help or advice in a meddlesome way.

Officious describes a person who is always late to meetings.

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what does intrepid mean

Fearless or adventurous

Boring or mundane

Timid or fearful

Cautious or reserved

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what does lugubrious mean

Joyful or cheerful

Excited or enthusiastic

Lugubrious means mournful or gloomy.

Indifferent or apathetic

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