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| Description of prosaic (adjective) tiresome; ordinary; common; tedious; regular; dull Samples of prosaic He wanted to do something new; he was tired of the prosaic activities his parents suggested each day. The only entertainment would be a prosaic game of cards.
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| Description of decorous (adjective) showing decorum, propriety or good taste; correct; tasteful Samples of decorous This movie provides decorous refuge from the violence and mayhem that permeates the latest crop of Hollywood films. The decorous suit was made of fine material.
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| Description of insolvent (adjective) unable to pay debts; bankrupt Samples of insolvent The insolvent state of his bank account kept him from writing any checks.
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| Description of proverbial (adjective) well-known because it is commonly referred to; similar to an adage Samples of proverbial King Solomon's proverbial wisdom has been admired through the ages.
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| Description of terrestrial (adjective) pertaining to the earth Samples of terrestrial Deer are terrestrial animals; fish are aquatic.
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| Description of occult (adjective) hidden; beyond human understanding; mystical; supernatural; secret Samples of occult The occult meaning of the message was one of dislike for the authorities. Some spend years pursuing the occult, only to find themselves no closer to the answer. Relating to the occult world means entering a new realm.
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| Description of benign (adjective) mild; harmless; favorable; gentle; compassionate Samples of benign A lamb is a benign animal, especially when compared with a lion.
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| Description of resurgent (adjective) rising or tending to rise again; experiencing revival Samples of resurgent A resurgent wave of enthusiasm erupted from the once quiet crowd.
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| Description of anonymous (adjective) nameless; unidentified Samples of anonymous Not wishing to be identified by the police, he remained anonymous by returning the money he had stolen by sending it through the mail.
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| Description of pensive (adjective) thoughtful; contemplative; meditative; musing Samples of pensive She was in a pensive mood, just wanting to be alone to think. My hours alone are often more pensive than the time I spend with friends. The pensive mood was broken by a witty joke.
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