vocabulary
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Definition: (adjective) Capable of being seen or noticed. Synonyms: evident, observable. Usage: Monkeys scampered about the deserted ruins, and gaily plumaged birds flitted in and out among the columns and the galleries far above; but no sign of human presence was discernible. Discuss
Definition: (noun) A small bunch of flowers. Synonyms: bouquet, corsage, posy. Usage: The wedding was informal and intimate, with the bride wearing a simple white dress and holding a nosegay of daisies. Discuss
Definition: (noun) An intoxicant. Synonyms: alcoholic beverage, intoxicant, alcohol. Usage: He guzzled the inebriant like a thirsty man would water and promptly dropped to the floor with a thud. Discuss
Definition: (adjective) Having or emitting fragrance. Synonyms: aromatic. Usage: The whole atmosphere was redolent with the savory fumes of roast meat. Discuss
Definition: (adjective) Releasing heat. Synonyms: heat-releasing, exothermal. Usage: Scientists use a calorimeter to measure the amount of heat released during an exothermic reaction. Discuss
Definition: (noun) A defeat in a game where one side fails to score. Synonyms: skunk. Usage: The coach knew that if his team could score just one point, it would avoid the humiliation of a shutout. Discuss
Definition: (noun) A sound thrashing or defeat. Synonyms: debacle, drubbing, thrashing, trouncing, whipping, slaughter. Usage: The tournament was an embarrassment, with our team receiving a thorough walloping from the opponent. Discuss
Definition: (noun) A state of extreme poverty or destitution. Synonyms: indigence, penury, need. Usage: Two children begged for money on the subway, and their pauperism weighed heavily on the minds of the train’s passengers. Discuss