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exemplary. extenuating. florid, fortuitous, frugal, hackneyed. haughty. hedonist. hypotheses. impetuous.

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  • Q1
    What does 'frugal' mean?
    Generous or lavish in spending
    Possessing a lot of wealth
    Lacking experience or sophistication
    Economical in use or expenditure

    thrifty

    30s
  • Q2
    What does 'haughty' mean?
    Humble and modest
    Disdainfully proud; snobbish
    Easily bored or lacking determination
    Inclined to make sudden decisions
    30s
  • Q3
    What does 'florid' mean?
    Excessively intricate or complicated
    Having a pale complexion
    Being physically fit and healthy
    Showing strong logical reasoning
    30s
  • Q4
    What does 'hedonist' mean?
    A person who prefers simplicity and minimalism
    A person who follows a strict moral code

    pleasure seeker

    A person who values hard work over leisure
    A person devoted to seeking sensual pleasure
    30s
  • Q5
    What does 'impetuous' mean?
    Showing great attention to detail
    Patient and deliberate in decision-making
    Acting or done quickly without thinking carefully
    Easily influenced or swayed by others
    30s
  • Q6
    What does 'exemplary' mean?
    Ordinary or typical
    Having a negative influence on others
    Being dishonest or deceitful
    Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind
    30s
  • Q7
    What does 'fortuitous' mean?
    Happening by chance; fortunate
    Being characterized by bad luck or misfortune
    Occurring as a result of hard work
    Prepared in advance; planned
    30s
  • Q8
    What does 'extenuating' mean?
    Having no impact on a situation
    Causing additional problems or complications
    Serving to excuse or provide justification for a fault or offense
    Indicating a high level of severity
    30s
  • Q9
    What does 'hackneyed' mean?
    Fresh and innovative
    Lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal
    Referring to a person who is highly skilled
    Containing hidden meanings or symbolism
    30s

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