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Definition of elucidate (verb)
to make clear; to explain; to clarify

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In the paper's conclusion, its purpose was elucidated in one sentence.

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Definition of dowdy (adjective)
shabby in appearance; untidy; sloppy

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The dowdy girl had no buttons on her coat and the threads were falling apart.

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Definition of palindrome (noun)
word or phrase which reads the same backwards and forwards

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Bob, "Dad," and "Madam" are examples of palindromes.

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Definition of moot (adjective)
subject to or open for discussion or debate

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The discussion of extending the girl's curfew was a moot point.

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Definition of peccadillo (noun)
slight fault or offense; minor sin

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The child was embarrassed when he was caught committing the peccadillo of eating chocolate before dinner.

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Definition of propinquity (noun)
closeness in time or place; closeness of relationship; resemblance

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The propinquity of the disasters put the community in chaos.
The propinquity of the two stories was the basis of the teacher's lesson.

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Definition of noxious (adjective)
harmful to one's health

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The noxious fumes caused the person to become ill.

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Definition of blatant (adjective)
crude; vulgar; obtrusive; conspicuous; blunt

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The blatant foul was reason for ejection.
The defendant was blatant in his testimony.

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Definition of maudlin (adjective)
foolishly and tearfully sentimental; weepy; emotional

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The maudlin affair consisted of three speeches in honor of the benefactor.

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Definition of clandestine (adjective)
secret; hidden; covert; stealthy; underhand

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The clandestine plan must be kept between the two of us!

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