all
- adjective quantifier; used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
- we sat up all night
- ate all the food
- all men are mortal
- all parties are welcome
- adjective satellite completely given to or absorbed by
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terrific
- adjective satellite very great or intense
- a terrific noise
- a terrific thunderstorm storm
- fought a terrific battle
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvelous; marvellous; grand; howling; wonderful; wondrous; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
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excessive
- adjective satellite beyond normal limits
undue; inordinate; unreasonable.
- excessive charges
- a book of inordinate length
- his dress stops just short of undue elegance
- unreasonable demands
- adjective satellite unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings
extravagant; overweening; exuberant.
- extravagant praise
- exuberant compliments
- overweening ambition
- overweening greed
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high-top
- adjective satellite (of shoes or boots) having relatively high uppers
high-topped.
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sound
- noun the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
- the sound of rain on the roof
- the beautiful sound of music
- noun the subjective sensation of hearing something
auditory sensation.
- he strained to hear the faint sounds
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rattling
- noun a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders)
rattle; rale.
- verb make short successive sounds
rattle.
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desirable
- adjective worth having or seeking or achieving
- a desirable job
- computer with many desirable features
- a desirable outcome
- adjective satellite worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
suitable; worthy.
- the parents found the girl suitable for their son
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eminent
- adjective satellite standing above others in quality or position
high.
- people in high places
- the high priest
- eminent members of the community
- adjective satellite of imposing height; especially standing out above others
towering; soaring; lofty.
- an eminent peak
- lofty mountains
- the soaring spires of the cathedral
- towering icebergs
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top
- noun the upper part of anything
- the mower cuts off the tops of the grass
- the title should be written at the top of the first page
- noun the highest or uppermost side of anything
upside; upper side; top side.
- put your books on top of the desk
- only the top side of the box was painted
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not
- adverb negation of a word or group of words
non.
- he does not speak French
- she is not going
- they are not friends
- not many
- not much
- not at all
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bright
- adjective emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
- the sun was bright and hot
- a bright sunlit room
- adjective satellite having striking color
brilliant; vivid.
- bright dress
- brilliant tapestries
- a bird with vivid plumage
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beatific
- adjective satellite experiencing or bestowing celestial joy
- adjective satellite marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
saintly; angelic; sainted; saintlike; angelical.
- angelic beneficence
- a beatific smile
- a saintly concern for his fellow men
- my sainted mother
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step
- noun any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
measure.
- the situation called for strong measures
- the police took steps to reduce crime
- noun the distance covered by a step
pace; footstep; stride.
- he stepped off ten paces from the old tree and began to dig
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world
- noun everything that exists anywhere
universe; creation; macrocosm; existence; cosmos.
- they study the evolution of the universe
- the biggest tree in existence
- noun people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest
domain.
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go
- noun a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
turn; tour; spell.
- it's my go
- a spell of work
- noun street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
cristal; ecstasy; XTC; Adam; X; hug drug; disco biscuit.
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incommensurable
- adjective satellite impossible to measure or compare in value or size or excellence
- adjective satellite not having a common factor
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high-level
- adjective satellite at an elevated level in rank or importance
high-ranking; upper-level.
- a high-level official
- a high-level corporate briefing
- upper-level management
- adjective satellite occurring at or from a relative high altitude
high-altitude.
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top-notch
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
first-rate; ace; tops; topnotch; A-one; crack; tiptop; super.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
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hole
- noun an opening into or through something
- noun an opening deliberately made in or through something
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superior
- noun one of greater rank or station or quality
superordinate; higher-up.
- noun the head of a religious community
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uncomparable
- adjective such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared
incomparable.
- an incomparable week of rest and pleasure
- the computer proceeds with its incomparable logic and efficiency
- this report is incomparable with the earlier ones because of different breakdowns of the data
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ground
- noun the solid part of the earth's surface
dry land; land; terra firma; earth; solid ground.
- the plane turned away from the sea and moved back over land
- the earth shook for several minutes
- he dropped the logs on the ground
- noun a rational motive for a belief or action
reason.
- the reason that war was declared
- the grounds for their declaration
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weapons-grade
- adjective satellite of a quality adequate for use in weapons (especially in weapons of mass destruction)
- weapons-grade plutonium
- weapons-grade anthrax
- adjective satellite extremely strong or concentrated or durable
industrial-strength.
- industrial-strength detergent
- weapons-grade salsa
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pyrotechnic
- noun (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
firework.
- adjective of or relating to the craft of making fireworks
pyrotechnical.
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better
- noun something superior in quality or condition or effect
- noun someone who bets
wagerer; punter; bettor.
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to
The preposition to primarily indicates approach and arrival, motion made in the direction of a place or thing and attaining it, access; and also, motion or tendency without arrival; movement toward; -- opposed to from. "
To Canterbury they wend."
Chaucer. Stay with us, go not to Wittenberg. Shak.
So to the sylvan lodge They came, that like Pomona's arbor smiled. Milton.
I'll to him again, . . . He'll tell me all his purpose. She stretched her arms to heaven. Dryden.
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only
- adjective satellite being the only one; single and isolated from others
lonesome; solitary; sole; lone.
- the lone doctor in the entire county
- a lonesome pine
- an only child
- the sole heir
- the sole example
- a solitary instance of cowardice
- a solitary speck in the sky
- adjective satellite exclusive of anyone or anything else
alone.
- she alone believed him
- cannot live by bread alone
- I'll have this car and this car only
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obedient
- adjective dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority; the refractory remain unburdened"- Edmund Burke
- an obedient soldier
- obedient children
- a little man obedient to his wife
- the obedient colonies...are heavily taxed
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not_bad
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; corking; bully; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; nifty; peachy; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
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crack
- noun a long narrow opening
crevice; cleft; scissure; fissure.
- noun a narrow opening
gap.
- he opened the window a crack
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uppermost
- adjective satellite at or nearest to the top
upmost; topmost.
- the uppermost book in the pile
- on the topmost step
- adverb in or into the most prominent position, as in the mind
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redemptive
- adjective of or relating to or resulting in redemption
redemptional; redemptory.
- a redemptive theory about life"- E.K.Brown
- adjective satellite bringing about salvation or redemption from sin
saving; redeeming.
- saving faith
- redemptive (or redeeming) love
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goodish
- adjective satellite moderately good of its kind
- adjective satellite large in amount or extent or degree
sizeable; respectable; healthy; hefty; tidy; sizable; goodly.
- it cost a considerable amount
- a goodly amount
- received a hefty bonus
- a respectable sum
- a tidy sum of money
- a sizable fortune
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bang-up
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; corking; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; nifty; peachy.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
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respectable
- adjective characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals
- adjective satellite deserving of esteem and respect
honorable; good; estimable.
- all respectable companies give guarantees
- ruined the family's good name
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meridian
- noun the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
superlative; pinnacle; acme; top; height; summit; peak; elevation; tiptop.
- his landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty
- the artist's gifts are at their acme
- at the height of her career
- the peak of perfection
- summer was at its peak
- ...catapulted Einstein to the pinnacle of fame
- the summit of his ambition
- so many highest superlatives achieved by man
- at the top of his profession
- noun a town in eastern Mississippi
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smart
- noun a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore
smartness; smarting.
- verb be the source of pain
ache; hurt.
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finer
- adjective satellite (comparative of `fine') greater in quality or excellence
- a finer wine
- a finer musician
- adjective satellite being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
all right; okay; hunky-dory; o.k.; ok; fine.
- an all-right movie
- the passengers were shaken up but are all right
- is everything all right?
- everything's fine
- things are okay
- dinner and the movies had been fine
- another minute I'd have been fine
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dandy
- noun a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance
gallant; clotheshorse; fop; beau; swell; dude; sheik; fashion plate.
- noun a sailing vessel with two masts; a small mizzen is aft of the rudderpost
yawl.
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good
- noun benefit
- for your own good
- what's the good of worrying?
- noun moral excellence or admirableness
goodness.
- there is much good to be found in people
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approbatory
- adjective satellite expressing or manifesting praise or approval
plausive; approbative; affirmative; approving.
- approbative criticism
- an affirmative nod
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exceptional
- adjective satellite far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
surpassing; prodigious; olympian; exceeding.
- a night of exceeding darkness
- an exceptional memory
- olympian efforts to save the city from bankruptcy
- the young Mozart's prodigious talents
- adjective satellite surpassing what is common or usual or expected
especial; particular; special.
- he paid especial attention to her
- exceptional kindness
- a matter of particular and unusual importance
- a special occasion
- a special reason to confide in her
- what's so special about the year 2000?
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exalted
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
- verb praise, glorify, or honor
exalt; glorify; extol; laud; proclaim.
- extol the virtues of one's children
- glorify one's spouse's cooking
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inordinate
- adjective satellite beyond normal limits
undue; excessive; unreasonable.
- excessive charges
- a book of inordinate length
- his dress stops just short of undue elegance
- unreasonable demands
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choice
- noun the person or thing chosen or selected
selection; pick.
- noun the act of choosing or selecting
pick; selection; option.
- your choice of colors was unfortunate
- you can take your pick
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bang
- noun a vigorous blow
knock; belt; bash; smash.
- the sudden knock floored him
- he took a bash right in his face
- he got a bang on the head
- noun a sudden very loud noise
bam; blast; eruption; clap.
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made
- adjective satellite produced by a manufacturing process; rope and nails"
- bought some made goods at the local store
- verb engage in
do; make.
- make love, not war
- make an effort
- do research
- do nothing
- make revolution
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minded
- adjective satellite (used in combination) mentally oriented toward something specified
- civic-minded
- career-minded
- verb be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by
mind.
- I don't mind your behavior
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acquiescent
- adjective satellite willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest
biddable.
- too acquiescent to challenge authority
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awful
- adjective satellite exceptionally bad or displeasing
dreadful; atrocious; terrible; unspeakable; abominable; painful.
- atrocious taste
- abominable workmanship
- an awful voice
- dreadful manners
- a painful performance
- terrible handwriting
- an unspeakable odor came sweeping into the room
- adjective satellite causing fear or dread or terror
dreadful; direful; horrific; fearful; frightening; terrible; dread; dire; horrendous; dreaded; fearsome.
- the awful war
- an awful risk
- dire news
- a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked
- the dread presence of the headmaster
- polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was
- a dreadful storm
- a fearful howling
- horrendous explosions shook the city
- a terrible curse
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towering
- adjective satellite of imposing height; especially standing out above others
soaring; eminent; lofty.
- an eminent peak
- lofty mountains
- the soaring spires of the cathedral
- towering icebergs
- verb appear very large or occupy a commanding position
tower; loom; hulk; predominate.
- The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain
- Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall
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unique
- adjective satellite radically distinctive and without equal
alone; unequaled; unequalled; unparalleled.
- he is alone in the field of microbiology
- this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
- Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
- craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
- unparalleled athletic ability
- a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history
- adjective satellite (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
- a species unique to Australia
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banner
- noun long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising
streamer.
- noun a newspaper headline that runs across the full page
streamer.
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special
- noun a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
- they are having a special on pork chops
- noun a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
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prime
- noun a number that has no factor but itself and 1
prime quantity.
- noun the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
flower; blossom; efflorescence; peak; flush; bloom; heyday.
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undue
- adjective not yet payable
- adjective not appropriate or proper (or even legal) in the circumstances
- undue influence
- I didn't want to show undue excitement
- accused of using undue force
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first-rate
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
ace; tops; topnotch; A-one; top-notch; crack; tiptop; super.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
- adverb quite well
very well.
- she doesn't feel first-rate today
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prize
- noun something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
award.
- the prize was a free trip to Europe
- noun goods or money obtained illegally
swag; booty; pillage; plunder; dirty money; loot.
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level
- noun a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
grade; degree.
- a moderate grade of intelligence
- a high level of care is required
- it is all a matter of degree
- noun a relative position or degree of value in a graded group
grade; tier.
- lumber of the highest grade
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gilt-edged
- adjective satellite of the highest quality or value
- gilt-edged securities
- gilt-edged credentials
- adjective satellite having gilded edges as the pages of a book
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primo
- noun the principal part of a duet (especially a piano duet)
- adjective satellite the best of its kind
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blue-ribbon
- adjective satellite selected or chosen for special qualifications
select.
- the blue-ribbon event of the season
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marvellous
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvelous; grand; terrific; howling; wonderful; wondrous; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
- adjective satellite being or having the character of a miracle
marvelous; miraculous.
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bad
- noun that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency
badness.
- take the bad with the good
- adjective having undesirable or negative qualities
- a bad report card
- his sloppy appearance made a bad impression
- a bad little boy
- clothes in bad shape
- a bad cut
- bad luck
- the news was very bad
- the reviews were bad
- the pay is bad
- it was a bad light for reading
- the movie was a bad choice
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superiority
- noun the quality of being superior
high quality.
- noun the quality of being at a competitive advantage
favorable position; favourable position.
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whip
- noun an instrument with a handle and a flexible lash that is used for whipping
- noun a legislator appointed by the party to enforce discipline
party whip.
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lofty
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
- adjective satellite of imposing height; especially standing out above others
towering; soaring; eminent.
- an eminent peak
- lofty mountains
- the soaring spires of the cathedral
- towering icebergs
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superlative
- noun an exaggerated expression (usually of praise)
- the critics lavished superlatives on it
- noun the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
pinnacle; acme; top; height; summit; peak; elevation; tiptop; meridian.
- his landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty
- the artist's gifts are at their acme
- at the height of her career
- the peak of perfection
- summer was at its peak
- ...catapulted Einstein to the pinnacle of fame
- the summit of his ambition
- so many highest superlatives achieved by man
- at the top of his profession
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beneficial
- adjective satellite promoting or enhancing well-being
good.
- an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries
- the beneficial effects of a temperate climate
- the experience was good for her
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right
- noun an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature; it is something that nobody can take away"
- they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights
- Certain rights can never be granted to the government but must be kept in the hands of the people"- Eleanor Roosevelt
- a right is not something that somebody gives you
- noun location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east
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prizewinning
- adjective satellite holding first place in a contest
champion.
- a champion show dog
- a prizewinning wine
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surpass
- verb distinguish oneself
stand out; excel.
- verb be or do something to a greater degree
exceed; outperform; outgo; outstrip; outmatch; surmount; outdo.
- her performance surpasses that of any other student I know
- She outdoes all other athletes
- This exceeds all my expectations
- This car outperforms all others in its class
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imposing
- adjective satellite impressive in appearance
noble; baronial; stately.
- a baronial mansion
- an imposing residence
- a noble tree
- severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses
- stately columns
- verb compel to behave in a certain way
impose; enforce.
- Social relations impose courtesy
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pucka
- adjective satellite absolutely first class and genuine
pukka.
- pukka sahib
- pukka quarters with a swarm of servants
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transcendent
- adjective satellite exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
surpassing.
- adjective satellite beyond and outside the ordinary range of human experience or understanding
- the notion of any transcendent reality beyond thought
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magnificent
- adjective satellite characterized by grandeur
brilliant; splendid; glorious.
- the brilliant court life at Versailles
- a glorious work of art
- magnificent cathedrals
- the splendid coronation ceremony
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topnotch
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
first-rate; ace; tops; A-one; top-notch; crack; tiptop; super.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
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rate
- noun a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit
- they traveled at a rate of 55 miles per hour
- the rate of change was faster than expected
- noun amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis
charge per unit.
- a 10-minute phone call at that rate would cost $5
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pass
- noun (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls
base on balls; walk.
- he worked the pitcher for a base on balls
- noun (military) a written leave of absence
- he had a pass for three days
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first-class
- adjective satellite very good; of the highest quality
fantabulous; splendid; excellent.
- made an excellent speech
- the school has excellent teachers
- a first-class mind
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optimum
- noun most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances
- adjective satellite most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied
optimal.
- an optimum return on capital
- optimal concentration of a drug
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angelical
- adjective of or relating to angels
angelic.
- adjective satellite having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub
cherubic; seraphic; angelic; sweet.
- an angelic smile
- a cherubic face
- looking so seraphic when he slept
- a sweet disposition
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best
- noun the supreme effort one can make
- noun the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others
topper.
- he could beat the best of them
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blue
- noun blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime
blueness.
- he had eyes of bright blue
- noun blue clothing
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a-one
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
first-rate; ace; tops; topnotch; top-notch; crack; tiptop; super.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
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advantageous
- adjective giving an advantage
- a contract advantageous to our country
- socially advantageous to entertain often
- adjective satellite appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness
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phenomenal
- adjective of or relating to a phenomenon
- adjective satellite exceedingly or unbelievably great
- the bomb did fantastic damage
- Samson is supposed to have had fantastic strength
- phenomenaRl feats of memory
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singular
- noun the form of a word that is used to denote a singleton
singular form.
- adjective satellite unusual or striking
remarkable.
- a remarkable sight
- such poise is singular in one so young
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exceeding
- adjective satellite far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
surpassing; prodigious; olympian; exceptional.
- a night of exceeding darkness
- an exceptional memory
- olympian efforts to save the city from bankruptcy
- the young Mozart's prodigious talents
- verb be greater in scope or size than some standard
transcend; exceed; surpass.
- Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds
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unmatched
- adjective satellite of the remaining member of a pair, of socks e.g.
unpaired; odd; unmated.
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; unrivalled; one and only; peerless; one; matchless; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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superb
- adjective satellite of surpassing excellence
brilliant.
- a brilliant performance
- a superb actor
- adjective satellite surpassingly good
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weapon
- noun any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
arm; weapon system.
- he was licensed to carry a weapon
- noun a means of persuading or arguing
artillery.
- he used all his conversational weapons
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enough
- noun an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
sufficiency.
- enough is as good as a feast
- there is more than a sufficiency of lawyers in this country
- adjective satellite sufficient for the purpose
decent; adequate.
- an adequate income
- the food was adequate
- a decent wage
- enough food
- food enough
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rare
- adjective satellite not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness
- adjective satellite recurring only at long intervals
- a rare appearance
- total eclipses are rare events
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capital
- noun assets available for use in the production of further assets
working capital.
- noun wealth in the form of money or property owned by a person or business and human resources of economic value
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judicious
- adjective satellite marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
wise; heady.
- judicious use of one's money
- a wise decision
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wise
- noun a way of doing or being
- noun United States Jewish leader (born in Hungary) (1874-1949)
Stephen Samuel Wise.
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high-stepping
- adjective satellite having or moving with a high step
high-stepped.
- his high-stepped stride
- a high-stepping horse
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utility
- noun a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation
public utility company; public-service corporation; public utility.
- noun the quality of being of practical use
usefulness.
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corking
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; nifty; peachy; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
- verb close a bottle with a cork
cork up; cork.
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bully
- noun a cruel and brutal fellow
yobo; ruffian; tough; roughneck; hooligan; rowdy; yob; yobbo.
- noun a hired thug
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idealistic
- adjective of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas
ideal.
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
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boss
- noun a person who exercises control over workers
foreman; chief; gaffer; honcho.
- if you want to leave early you have to ask the foreman
- noun a person responsible for hiring workers
hirer.
- the boss hired three more men for the new job
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salutary
- adjective satellite tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health
good.
- beneficial effects of a balanced diet
- a good night's sleep
- the salutary influence of pure air
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matchless
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; unrivalled; one and only; peerless; unmatched; one; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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saving
- noun an act of economizing; reduction in cost
economy.
- it was a small economy to walk to work every day
- there was a saving of 50 cents
- noun recovery or preservation from loss or danger
delivery; rescue; deliverance.
- work is the deliverance of mankind
- a surgeon's job is the saving of lives
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worthy
- noun an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously)
- he told his story to some conservative worthies
- local worthies rarely challenged the chief constable
- adjective having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable
- a worthy fellow
- a worthy cause
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alone
- adjective satellite isolated from others
- could be alone in a crowded room
- was alone with her thoughts
- I want to be alone
- adjective satellite lacking companions or companionship
solitary; lonely; lone.
- he was alone when we met him
- she is alone much of the time
- the lone skier on the mountain
- a lonely fisherman stood on a tuft of gravel
- a lonely soul
- a solitary traveler
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dutiful
- adjective satellite willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect;
duteous.
- a dutiful child
- a dutiful citizen
- Patient Griselda was a chaste and duteous wife
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super
- noun a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector
superintendent.
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
first-rate; ace; tops; topnotch; A-one; top-notch; crack; tiptop.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
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optimize
- verb make optimal; get the most out of; use best
optimise.
- verb modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost
optimise.
- optimize a computer program
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unequaled
- adjective satellite radically distinctive and without equal
alone; unequalled; unique; unparalleled.
- he is alone in the field of microbiology
- this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
- Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
- craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
- unparalleled athletic ability
- a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history
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record-breaking
- adjective satellite surpassing any previously established record
- a record-breaking high jump
- record-breaking crowds
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advance
- noun a movement forward
progress; progression.
- he listened for the progress of the troops
- noun a change for the better; progress in development
betterment; improvement.
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improved
- adjective made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing
- new houses are springing up on an improved tract of land near the river
- an improved breed
- verb to make better
better; amend; ameliorate; meliorate; improve.
- The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
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go-to-meeting
- adjective satellite used of clothing
Sunday-go-to-meeting.
- my good clothes
- her Sunday-go-to-meeting clothes
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ace
- noun the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
I; unity; one; 1; single.
- he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it
- they had lunch at one
- noun one of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face
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favourable
- adjective encouraging or approving or pleasing
favorable.
- a favorable reply
- he received a favorable rating
- listened with a favorable ear
- made a favorable impression
- adjective (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate
favorable.
- the days were fair and the winds were favorable
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brilliant
- adjective satellite of surpassing excellence
superb.
- a brilliant performance
- a superb actor
- adjective satellite having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence
smart as a whip; brainy.
- some men dislike brainy women
- a brilliant mind
- a brilliant solution to the problem
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goody
- noun something considered choice to eat
kickshaw; delicacy; treat; dainty.
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terrible
- adjective satellite causing fear or dread or terror
dreadful; direful; horrific; fearful; frightening; dread; dire; horrendous; awful; dreaded; fearsome.
- the awful war
- an awful risk
- dire news
- a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked
- the dread presence of the headmaster
- polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was
- a dreadful storm
- a fearful howling
- horrendous explosions shook the city
- a terrible curse
- adjective satellite exceptionally bad or displeasing
dreadful; atrocious; unspeakable; awful; abominable; painful.
- atrocious taste
- abominable workmanship
- an awful voice
- dreadful manners
- a painful performance
- terrible handwriting
- an unspeakable odor came sweeping into the room
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frightful
- adjective satellite provoking horror
ugly; horrifying; atrocious; horrible.
- an atrocious automobile accident
- a frightful crime of decapitation
- an alarming, even horrifying, picture
- war is beyond all words horrible"- Winston Churchill
- an ugly wound
- adjective satellite extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
awful; terrible; tremendous.
- in a frightful hurry
- spent a frightful amount of money
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keen
- noun a funeral lament sung with loud wailing
- verb express grief verbally
lament.
- we lamented the death of the child
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upper
- noun the higher of two berths
upper berth.
- noun piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot
- Uppers come in many styles
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brag
- noun an instance of boastful talk
crow; vaporing; crowing; bragging; line-shooting; gasconade.
- his brag is worse than his fight
- whenever he won we were exposed to his gasconade
- verb show off
blow; boast; gasconade; gas; tout; swash; bluster; shoot a line; vaunt.
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saintlike
- adjective satellite marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
saintly; angelic; sainted; beatific; angelical.
- angelic beneficence
- a beatific smile
- a saintly concern for his fellow men
- my sainted mother
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smart_as_a_whip
- adjective satellite having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence
brilliant; brainy.
- some men dislike brainy women
- a brilliant mind
- a brilliant solution to the problem
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well_behaved
- adjective satellite (usually of children) someone who behaves in a manner that the speaker believes is correct
well-behaved.
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noble-minded
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; exalted; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
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glorious
- adjective having or deserving or conferring glory
- a long and glorious career
- our glorious literature
- adjective satellite characterized by grandeur
brilliant; magnificent; splendid.
- the brilliant court life at Versailles
- a glorious work of art
- magnificent cathedrals
- the splendid coronation ceremony
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first
- noun the first or highest in an ordering or series
number one.
- He wanted to be the first
- noun the first element in a countable series
number 1; number one.
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ingenious
- adjective satellite showing inventiveness and skill
clever; cunning.
- a clever gadget
- the cunning maneuvers leading to his success
- an ingenious solution to the problem
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fantastic
- adjective satellite ludicrously odd
grotesque; antic; fantastical.
- Hamlet's assumed antic disposition
- fantastic Halloween costumes
- a grotesque reflection in the mirror
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
marvelous; marvellous; grand; terrific; howling; wonderful; wondrous; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
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angelic
- adjective satellite marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
saintly; sainted; beatific; saintlike; angelical.
- angelic beneficence
- a beatific smile
- a saintly concern for his fellow men
- my sainted mother
- adjective of or relating to angels
angelical.
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peachy
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; corking; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; nifty; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
- adjective satellite of something resembling a peach in color
peachy-colored; peachy-coloured.
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topmost
- adjective satellite at or nearest to the top
uppermost; upmost.
- the uppermost book in the pile
- on the topmost step
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grade
- noun a body of students who are taught together
course; class; form.
- early morning classes are always sleepy
- noun a relative position or degree of value in a graded group
tier; level.
- lumber of the highest grade
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sainted
- adjective satellite marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
saintly; angelic; beatific; saintlike; angelical.
- angelic beneficence
- a beatific smile
- a saintly concern for his fellow men
- my sainted mother
- verb hold sacred
enshrine; saint.
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smashing
- noun the act of breaking something into small pieces
shattering.
- verb hit hard
nail; smash; blast; boom.
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satisfactory
- adjective giving satisfaction
- satisfactory living conditions
- his grades were satisfactory
- adjective satellite meeting requirements
acceptable.
- the step makes a satisfactory seat
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intellectual
- noun a person who uses the mind creatively
intellect.
- adjective satellite of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind
noetic; rational.
- intellectual problems
- the triumph of the rational over the animal side of man
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one
- noun the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
ace; I; unity; 1; single.
- he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it
- they had lunch at one
- noun a single person or thing
- he is the best one
- this is the one I ordered
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marvelous
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvellous; grand; terrific; howling; wonderful; wondrous; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
- adjective satellite too improbable to admit of belief
marvellous; improbable; tall.
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soaring
- noun the activity of flying a glider
gliding; sailing; glide; sailplaning.
- verb rise rapidly
soar up; surge; zoom; soar upwards; soar.
- the dollar soared against the yen
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dominating
- adjective satellite most powerful or important or influential
ascendent; ascendant.
- the economically ascendant class
- D-day is considered the dominating event of the war in Europe
- verb be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
dominate; prevail; reign; rule; predominate.
- Money reigns supreme here
- Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood
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fantabulous
- adjective satellite very good; of the highest quality
first-class; splendid; excellent.
- made an excellent speech
- the school has excellent teachers
- a first-class mind
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unmatchable
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; unrivalled; one and only; peerless; unmatched; one; matchless; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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quality
- noun an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
- the quality of mercy is not strained"--Shakespeare
- noun a degree or grade of excellence or worth
caliber; calibre.
- the quality of students has risen
- an executive of low caliber
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plausive
- adjective satellite expressing or manifesting praise or approval
approbative; affirmative; approbatory; approving.
- approbative criticism
- an affirmative nod
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opportune
- adjective suitable or at a time that is suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose
- an opportune place to make camp
- an opportune arrival
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rank
- noun a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
- the entrance was guarded by ranks of policemen
- noun relative status
- his salary was determined by his rank and seniority
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wondrous
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvelous; marvellous; grand; terrific; howling; wonderful; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
- adverb (used as an intensifier) extremely well
wondrously; marvellously; terrifically; superbly; toppingly; wonderfully; marvelously.
- her voice is superbly disciplined
- the colors changed wondrously slowly
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incomparable
- adjective such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared
uncomparable.
- an incomparable week of rest and pleasure
- the computer proceeds with its incomparable logic and efficiency
- this report is incomparable with the earlier ones because of different breakdowns of the data
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indulgent
- adjective characterized by or given to yielding to the wishes of someone
- adjective satellite tolerant or lenient
lenient; soft.
- indulgent parents risk spoiling their children
- too soft on the children
- they are soft on crime
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tremendous
- adjective satellite extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; that a whole civilization should be dependent on technology"- Walter Lippman
enormous.
- an enormous boulder
- enormous expenses
- tremendous sweeping plains
- a tremendous fact in human experience
- a plane took off with a tremendous noise
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvelous; marvellous; grand; terrific; howling; wonderful; wondrous; rattling.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
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decent
- adjective satellite socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous
nice.
- from a decent family
- a nice girl
- adjective satellite according with custom or propriety
comme il faut; becoming; seemly; comely; decorous.
- her becoming modesty
- comely behavior
- it is not comme il faut for a gentleman to be constantly asking for money
- a decent burial
- seemly behavior
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altitude
- noun elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
height.
- the altitude gave her a headache
- noun the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel)
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outstanding
- adjective satellite distinguished from others in excellence
- did outstanding work in human relations
- an outstanding war record
- adjective satellite having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
striking; salient; prominent; spectacular.
- an outstanding fact of our time is that nations poisoned by anti semitism proved less fortunate in regard to their own freedom
- a new theory is the most prominent feature of the book
- salient traits
- a spectacular rise in prices
- a striking thing about Picadilly Circus is the statue of Eros in the center
- a striking resemblance between parent and child
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preternatural
- adjective satellite surpassing the ordinary or normal
uncanny.
- Beyond his preternatural affability there is some acid and some steel" - George Will
- his uncanny sense of direction
- adjective satellite existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
nonnatural; otherworldly; transcendental.
- find transcendental motives for sublunary action"-Aldous Huxley
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heady
- adjective satellite marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
judicious; wise.
- judicious use of one's money
- a wise decision
- adjective satellite extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic
intoxicating.
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one_and_only
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; unrivalled; peerless; unmatched; one; matchless; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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olympian
- adjective satellite majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters
majestic.
- his majestic presence
- olympian detachment
- olympian beauty and serene composure
- noun an athlete who participates in the Olympic games
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white
- noun the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black)
whiteness.
- noun a member of the Caucasoid race
White person; Caucasian.
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behave
- verb behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
do; act.
- You should act like an adult
- Don't behave like a fool
- What makes her do this way?
- The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people
- verb behave in a certain manner
acquit; comport; bear; conduct; carry; deport.
- She carried herself well
- he bore himself with dignity
- They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
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select
- verb pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
pick out; choose; take.
- Take any one of these cards
- Choose a good husband for your daughter
- She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her
- adjective satellite of superior grade
prime; quality; prize; choice.
- choice wines
- prime beef
- prize carnations
- quality paper
- select peaches
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superfine
- adjective satellite of extremely fine size or texture
- superfine sugar
- a superfine file
- adjective satellite excessively delicate or refined
overrefined.
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wonderful
- adjective satellite extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
fantastic; marvelous; marvellous; grand; terrific; howling; wondrous; rattling; tremendous.
- a fantastic trip to the Orient
- the film was fantastic!
- a howling success
- a marvelous collection of rare books
- had a rattling conversation about politics
- a tremendous achievement
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clever
- adjective satellite showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
cagy; canny; cagey.
- a cagey lawyer
- too clever to be sound
- adjective satellite mentally quick and resourceful
apt.
- an apt pupil
- you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
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flight
- noun a formation of aircraft in flight
- noun an instance of traveling by air
flying.
- flying was still an exciting adventure for him
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champion
- noun someone who has won first place in a competition
champ; title-holder.
- noun someone who fights for a cause
hero; paladin; fighter.
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biddable
- adjective satellite willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest
acquiescent.
- too acquiescent to challenge authority
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some
- adjective quantifier; used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
- have some milk
- some roses were still blooming
- having some friends over
- some apples
- some paper
- adjective satellite relatively much but unspecified in amount or extent
- we talked for some time
- he was still some distance away
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acceptable
- adjective worthy of acceptance or satisfactory
- acceptable levels of radiation
- performances varied from acceptable to excellent
- adjective satellite judged to be in conformity with approved usage
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nifty
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; corking; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; peachy; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
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great
- noun a person who has achieved distinction and honor in some field
- he is one of the greats of American music
- adjective satellite relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
- a great juicy steak
- a great multitude
- the great auk
- a great old oak
- a great ocean liner
- a great delay
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uncommon
- adjective not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind
- uncommon birds
- frost and floods are uncommon during these months
- doing an uncommon amount of business
- an uncommon liking for money
- he owed his greatest debt to his mother's uncommon character and ability
- adjective satellite marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind
rare.
- what is so rare as a day in June"-J.R.Lowell
- a rare skill
- an uncommon sense of humor
- she was kind to an uncommon degree
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approving
- noun the formal act of approving
approval; blessing.
- he gave the project his blessing
- his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
- verb give sanction to
O.K.; okay; approve; sanction.
- I approve of his educational policies
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pukka
- adjective satellite absolutely first class and genuine
pucka.
- pukka sahib
- pukka quarters with a swarm of servants
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favorable
- adjective encouraging or approving or pleasing
favourable.
- a favorable reply
- he received a favorable rating
- listened with a favorable ear
- made a favorable impression
- adjective (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate
favourable.
- the days were fair and the winds were favorable
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excellent
- adjective satellite very good; of the highest quality
fantabulous; first-class; splendid.
- made an excellent speech
- the school has excellent teachers
- a first-class mind
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prodigious
- adjective satellite so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe
colossal; stupendous.
- colossal crumbling ruins of an ancient temple
- has a colossal nerve
- a prodigious storm
- a stupendous field of grass
- stupendous demand
- adjective satellite of momentous or ominous significance
portentous.
- such a portentous...monster raised all my curiosity"- Herman Melville
- a prodigious vision
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cunning
- noun shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception
guile; craft; slyness; foxiness; craftiness; wiliness.
- noun crafty artfulness (especially in deception)
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groovy
- adjective satellite very good
dandy; corking; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; slap-up; neat; cracking; nifty; peachy; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
- adjective satellite (British informal) very chic
swagger.
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unequalled
- adjective satellite radically distinctive and without equal
alone; unequaled; unique; unparalleled.
- he is alone in the field of microbiology
- this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
- Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
- craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
- unparalleled athletic ability
- a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history
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approbative
- adjective satellite expressing or manifesting praise or approval
plausive; affirmative; approbatory; approving.
- approbative criticism
- an affirmative nod
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high-flown
- adjective satellite pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals)
inflated; high-sounding.
- high-flown talk of preserving the moral tone of the school
- a high-sounding dissertation on the means to attain social revolution
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
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unrivalled
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; one and only; peerless; unmatched; one; matchless; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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optimise
- verb make optimal; get the most out of; use best
optimize.
- verb modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost
optimize.
- optimize a computer program
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howling
- noun a long loud emotional utterance
ululation; howl.
- he gave a howl of pain
- howls of laughter
- their howling had no effect
- verb emit long loud cries
wail; roar; yawl; yaup; howl; ululate.
- wail in self-pity
- howl with sorrow
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solid
- noun matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure
- noun the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape
solidness; solid state.
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characteristic
- noun a prominent attribute or aspect of something
feature.
- the map showed roads and other features
- generosity is one of his best characteristics
- noun a distinguishing quality
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unsurpassable
- adjective satellite not to be exceeded
- unsurpassable skill
- unsurpassable standards of workmanship
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world-class
- adjective satellite ranking above all others
foremost; first.
- was first in her class
- the foremost figure among marine artists
- the top graduate
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second
- noun 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
sec; s.
- noun an indefinitely short time
moment; bit; mo; minute.
- wait just a moment
- in a mo
- it only takes a minute
- in just a bit
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worth
- noun an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
- 10 dollars worth of gasoline
- noun the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful
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record
- noun anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
- the film provided a valuable record of stage techniques
- noun sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove
phonograph recording; platter; phonograph record; disc; disk.
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neat
- adjective satellite clean or organized
orderly.
- her neat dress
- a neat room
- adjective satellite showing care in execution
- neat homework
- neat handwriting
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uncanny
- adjective satellite suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
weird; eldritch; unearthly.
- an eldritch screech
- the three weird sisters
- stumps...had uncanny shapes as of monstrous creatures"- John Galsworthy
- an unearthly light
- he could hear the unearthly scream of some curlew piercing the din"- Henry Kingsley
- adjective satellite surpassing the ordinary or normal
preternatural.
- Beyond his preternatural affability there is some acid and some steel" - George Will
- his uncanny sense of direction
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meet
- noun a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held
sports meeting.
- verb come together
see; come across; run into; run across; encounter.
- I'll probably see you at the meeting
- How nice to see you again!
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tiptop
- noun the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
superlative; pinnacle; acme; top; height; summit; peak; elevation; meridian.
- his landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty
- the artist's gifts are at their acme
- at the height of her career
- the peak of perfection
- summer was at its peak
- ...catapulted Einstein to the pinnacle of fame
- the summit of his ambition
- so many highest superlatives achieved by man
- at the top of his profession
- noun the extreme top or summit
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steep
- noun a steep place (as on a hill)
- verb devote (oneself) fully to
plunge; immerse; absorb; soak up; engross; engulf.
- He immersed himself into his studies
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distinguished
- adjective satellite (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
- our distinguished professor
- verb mark as different
secernate; severalise; separate; severalize; tell apart; differentiate; distinguish; tell; secern.
- We distinguish several kinds of maple
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sublime
- verb vaporize and then condense right back again
sublimate.
- verb change or cause to change directly from a solid into a vapor without first melting
sublimate.
- sublime iodine
- some salts sublime when heated
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and
A particle which expresses the relation of connection or addition. It is used to conjoin a word with a word, a clause with a clause, or a sentence with a sentence. (a) It is sometimes used emphatically; as, "there are women and women," that is, two very different sorts of women. (b) By a rhetorical figure, notions, one of which is modificatory of the other, are connected by and; as, "the tediousness and process of my travel," that is, the tedious process, etc.; "thy fair and outward character," that is, thy outwardly fair character, Schmidt's Shak. Lex.
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supreme
- adjective satellite final or last in your life or progress
- the supreme sacrifice
- the supreme judgment
- adjective satellite greatest in status or authority or power
sovereign.
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ripe
- adjective fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used
mature.
- ripe peaches
- full-bodied mature wines
- adjective satellite fully prepared or eager
- the colonists were ripe for revolution
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crowning
- adjective satellite representing a level of the highest possible achievement or attainment
- the crowning accomplishment of his career
- verb invest with regal power; enthrone
coronate; crown.
- The prince was crowned in Westminster Abbey
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meeting
- noun a formally arranged gathering
group meeting.
- next year the meeting will be in Chicago
- the meeting elected a chairperson
- noun a small informal social gathering
get together.
- there was an informal meeting in my living room
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surpassing
- adjective satellite exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
transcendent.
- verb distinguish oneself
stand out; excel; surpass.
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slap
- noun a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
smack.
- noun the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand
smacking; smack.
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affirmative
- noun a reply of affirmation
- he answered in the affirmative
- adjective affirming or giving assent
affirmatory.
- an affirmative decision
- affirmative votes
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high
- noun a lofty level or position or degree
- summer temperatures reached an all-time high
- noun an air mass of higher than normal pressure
- the east coast benefits from a Bermuda high
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all-time
- adjective satellite unsurpassed in some respect up to the present
- prices at an all-time high
- morale at an all-time low
- among the all-time great lefthanders
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as
- noun a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and various alloys; found in arsenopyrite and orpiment and realgar
arsenic; atomic number 33.
- noun a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa
American Samoa; Eastern Samoa.
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brainy
- adjective satellite having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence
brilliant; smart as a whip.
- some men dislike brainy women
- a brilliant mind
- a brilliant solution to the problem
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goodness
- noun that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
good.
- weigh the good against the bad
- among the highest goods of all are happiness and self-realization
- noun moral excellence or admirableness
good.
- there is much good to be found in people
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well-behaved
- adjective satellite (usually of children) someone who behaves in a manner that the speaker believes is correct
well behaved.
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premium
- noun payment for insurance
insurance premium.
- noun the amount that something in scarce supply is valued above its nominal value
- they paid a premium for access to water
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high-minded
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; rarified; grand; high-flown; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
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upstanding
- adjective satellite meriting respect or esteem
solid.
- an upstanding member of the community
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unrivaled
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivalled; one and only; peerless; unmatched; one; matchless; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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saintly
- adjective satellite marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
angelic; sainted; beatific; saintlike; angelical.
- angelic beneficence
- a beatific smile
- a saintly concern for his fellow men
- my sainted mother
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vivid
- adjective satellite evoking lifelike images within the mind
graphic; lifelike; pictorial.
- pictorial poetry and prose
- graphic accounts of battle
- a lifelike portrait
- a vivid description
- adjective satellite having the clarity and freshness of immediate experience
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topped
- adjective having a top of a specified character
- verb be superior or better than some standard
transcend; exceed; top; overstep; go past; pass.
- She exceeded our expectations
- She topped her performance of last year
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breaking
- noun the act of breaking something
break; breakage.
- the breakage was unavoidable
- verb terminate
interrupt; break.
- She interrupted her pregnancy
- break a lucky streak
- break the cycle of poverty
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upmost
- adjective satellite at or nearest to the top
uppermost; topmost.
- the uppermost book in the pile
- on the topmost step
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elevated
- noun a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level
el; elevated railway; overhead railway; elevated railroad.
- verb give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
advance; upgrade; kick upstairs; elevate; promote; raise.
- John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired
- Women tend not to advance in the major law firms
- I got promoted after many years of hard work
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nonpareil
- noun model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
nonesuch; nonsuch; paragon; apotheosis; ideal; saint.
- noun colored beads of sugar used as a topping on e.g. candies and cookies
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romance
- noun a relationship between two lovers
love affair.
- noun an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure)
romanticism.
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goody-goody
- noun a person who behaves extremely well in order to please a superior
- adjective satellite affectedly or smugly good or self-righteous
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hot
- adjective used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
- hot stove
- hot water
- a hot August day
- a hot stuffy room
- she's hot and tired
- a hot forehead
- adjective satellite characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense
raging.
- the fighting became hot and heavy
- a hot engagement
- a raging battle
- the river became a raging torrent
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unparalleled
- adjective satellite radically distinctive and without equal
alone; unequaled; unequalled; unique.
- he is alone in the field of microbiology
- this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
- Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
- craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
- unparalleled athletic ability
- a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history
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duteous
- adjective satellite willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect;
dutiful.
- a dutiful child
- a dutiful citizen
- Patient Griselda was a chaste and duteous wife
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ribbon
- noun any long object resembling a thin line
thread.
- a mere ribbon of land
- the lighted ribbon of traffic
- from the air the road was a grey thread
- a thread of smoke climbed upward
- noun an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
laurel wreath; decoration; palm; medallion; medal.
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y2k_compliant
- adjective satellite prepared to accurately process date and time data between and into the 20th and 21st centuries
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grand
- noun the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
yard; G; thou; thousand; M; chiliad; one thousand; K; 1000.
- noun a piano with the strings on a horizontal harp-shaped frame; usually supported by three legs
grand piano.
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optimal
- adjective satellite most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied
optimum.
- an optimum return on capital
- optimal concentration of a drug
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step
- noun any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
measure.
- the situation called for strong measures
- the police took steps to reduce crime
- noun the distance covered by a step
pace; footstep; stride.
- he stepped off ten paces from the old tree and began to dig
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shining
- noun the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it
polishing.
- the shining of shoes provided a meager living
- every Sunday he gave his car a good polishing
- verb be bright by reflecting or casting light
reflect; shine.
- Drive carefully--the wet road reflects
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healthful
- adjective conducive to good health of body or mind
- a healthful climate
- a healthful environment
- healthful nutrition
- healthful sleep
- Dickens's relatively healthful exuberance
- adjective free from filth and pathogens
sanitary.
- sanitary conditions for preparing food
- a sanitary washroom
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nice
- adjective pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance
- what a nice fellow you are and we all thought you so nasty"- George Meredith
- nice manners
- a nice dress
- a nice face
- a nice day
- had a nice time at the party
- the corn and tomatoes are nice today
- noun a city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean; the leading resort on the French Riviera
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sterling
- noun British money; especially the pound sterling as the basic monetary unit of the UK
- adjective satellite highest in quality
superlative; greatest.
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noble
- noun a titled peer of the realm
nobleman; Lord.
- adjective satellite impressive in appearance
imposing; baronial; stately.
- a baronial mansion
- an imposing residence
- a noble tree
- severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses
- stately columns
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topping
- noun a flavorful addition on top of a dish
- verb be superior or better than some standard
transcend; exceed; top; overstep; go past; pass.
- She exceeded our expectations
- She topped her performance of last year
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edged
- adjective satellite having a specified kind of border or edge
- a black-edged card
- rough-edged leaves
- dried sweat left salt-edged patches
- verb advance slowly, as if by inches
inch; edge.
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peerless
- adjective satellite eminent beyond or above comparison
unrivaled; unrivalled; one and only; unmatched; one; matchless; unmatchable; nonpareil.
- matchless beauty
- the team's nonpareil center fielder
- she's one girl in a million
- the one and only Muhammad Ali
- a peerless scholar
- infamy unmatched in the Western world
- wrote with unmatchable clarity
- unrivaled mastery of her art
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swell
- noun the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea
crestless wave.
- noun a rounded elevation (especially one on an ocean floor)
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ultimate
- noun the finest or most superior quality of its kind
- adjective furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme
- the ultimate achievement
- the ultimate question
- man's ultimate destiny
- the ultimate insult
- one's ultimate goal in life
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tops
- adjective satellite of the highest quality
first-rate; ace; topnotch; A-one; top-notch; crack; tiptop; super.
- an ace reporter
- a crack shot
- a first-rate golfer
- a super party
- played top-notch tennis
- an athlete in tiptop condition
- she is absolutely tops
- noun the upper part of anything
top.
- the mower cuts off the tops of the grass
- the title should be written at the top of the first page
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good_enough
- adjective satellite adequately good for the circumstances
- if it's good enough for you it's good enough for me
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rarefied
- adjective satellite having low density
rarified; rare.
- rare gasses
- lightheaded from the rarefied mountain air
- verb lessen the density or solidity of
rarefy.
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fly
- noun two-winged insects characterized by active flight
- noun flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent
rainfly; tent flap; fly sheet; tent-fly.
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plus
- noun a useful or valuable quality
asset.
- noun the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers
summation; addition.
- the summation of four and three gives seven
- four plus three equals seven
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cracking
- noun a sudden sharp noise
snap; crack.
- the crack of a whip
- he heard the cracking of the ice
- he can hear the snap of a twig
- noun the act of cracking something
fracture; crack.
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commanding
- adjective satellite used of a height or viewpoint
dominating; overlooking.
- a commanding view of the ocean
- looked up at the castle dominating the countryside
- the balcony overlooking the ballroom
- verb be in command of
command.
- The general commanded a huge army
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gilt
- noun a coating of gold or of something that looks like gold
gilding.
- verb decorate with, or as if with, gold leaf or liquid gold
gild; engild; begild.
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foremost
- adjective satellite ranking above all others
world-class; first.
- was first in her class
- the foremost figure among marine artists
- the top graduate
- adjective satellite preceding all others in spatial position
frontmost.
- the foremost compartment of the ship
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class
- noun a collection of things sharing a common attribute
category; family.
- there are two classes of detergents
- noun a body of students who are taught together
grade; course; form.
- early morning classes are always sleepy
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redeeming
- adjective satellite bringing about salvation or redemption from sin
redemptive; saving.
- saving faith
- redemptive (or redeeming) love
- verb save from sins
redeem; save; deliver.
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magisterial
- adjective of or relating to a magistrate
- official magisterial functions
- adjective satellite offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power
peremptory; dominating; high-and-mighty; autocratic; bossy.
- an autocratic person
- autocratic behavior
- a bossy way of ordering others around
- a rather aggressive and dominating character
- managed the employees in an aloof magisterial way
- a swaggering peremptory manner
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splendid
- adjective satellite having great beauty and splendor
splendiferous; glorious; resplendent.
- a glorious spring morning
- a glorious sunset
- splendid costumes
- a kind of splendiferous native simplicity
- adjective satellite very good; of the highest quality
fantabulous; first-class; excellent.
- made an excellent speech
- the school has excellent teachers
- a first-class mind
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overlooking
- adjective satellite used of a height or viewpoint
dominating; commanding.
- a commanding view of the ocean
- looked up at the castle dominating the countryside
- the balcony overlooking the ballroom
- verb look past, fail to notice
overlook.
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reasoned
- adjective satellite logically valid
sound; well-grounded.
- verb decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion
reason; reason out; conclude.
- We reasoned that it was cheaper to rent than to buy a house
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up
- verb raise
- adjective being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
- the anchor is up
- the sun is up
- he lay face up
- he is up by a pawn
- the market is up
- the corn is up
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well
- noun a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine
- noun a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid
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unreasonable
- adjective not reasonable; not showing good judgment
- adjective satellite beyond normal limits
undue; inordinate; excessive.
- excessive charges
- a book of inordinate length
- his dress stops just short of undue elegance
- unreasonable demands
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slap-up
- adjective satellite very good
groovy; dandy; corking; bully; not bad; swell; smashing; great; keen; neat; cracking; nifty; peachy; bang-up.
- he did a bully job
- a neat sports car
- had a great time at the party
- you look simply smashing
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rarified
- adjective satellite having low density
rarefied; rare.
- rare gasses
- lightheaded from the rarefied mountain air
- adjective satellite of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
idealistic; exalted; noble-minded; elevated; rarefied; grand; high-flown; high-minded; sublime; lofty.
- an exalted ideal
- argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks
- a noble and lofty concept
- a grand purpose
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greatest
- adjective satellite highest in quality
sterling; superlative.
- adjective satellite relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
great.
- a great juicy steak
- a great multitude
- the great auk
- a great old oak
- a great ocean liner
- a great delay
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time
- noun an instance or single occasion for some event
clip.
- this time he succeeded
- he called four times
- he could do ten at a clip
- noun a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something
- take time to smell the roses
- I didn't have time to finish
- it took more than half my time
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serious
- adjective concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
- a serious student of history
- a serious attempt to learn to ski
- gave me a serious look
- a serious young man
- are you serious or joking?
- Don't be so serious!
- adjective satellite of great consequence
- marriage is a serious matter
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high-stepped
- adjective satellite having or moving with a high step
high-stepping.
- his high-stepped stride
- a high-stepping horse
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notch
- noun a V-shaped indentation
- noun the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks
mountain pass; pass.
- we got through the pass before it started to snow
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