erudite -
Having or showing deep, extensive knowledge gained from study and reading.
The professor gave an erudite lecture on ancient philosophy that clarified many complex topics.
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gruff -
An impatient, rude, and unfriendly way of speaking
When Professor Barkley's students visited him at his house on his birthday, they could see that behind his usual gruff exterior was a kind and gentle man.
verb
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Unfriendly
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relegate -
To move someone or something to a less important role or status.
He felt unfairly relegated to simple accounting tasks, despite his superior and varied qualifications and experience.
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Wet
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seep -
(of a liquid) flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes
In the house Ron needed to renovate, water had seeped through the walls.
verb
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Calm
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coax -
To gently pursuade someone to do something
Angie was anorexic, and her mother gently tried to coax her to eat some food.
verb
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Attack
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blackmail -
The act of demanding money or favors from someone by threatening to reveal damaging information.
When he realized that they were blackmailing him, threatening to reveal secrets of his past, he was scared and didn't know what to do.
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Surprise
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astonish -
Surprise or impress (someone) greatly
The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.
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Wet
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ripple -
A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.
The stone Paul threw into the lake caused a big ripple.
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Successful
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celebrity -
A famous person, especially in entertainment or sport
Alex didn't mind being a movie celebrity, with people always asking to take selfies with him.
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Brave
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moxie -
Force of character, determination, or nerve
Dr. Martin Luther King possessed such great moxie that he never wavered in his fight for civil rights.
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Move
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streak -
A long, thin line or mark of a different substance or color from its surroundings
Somebody left a streak in the dusty table, which made it look even worse.
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Strong
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dignified -
Having or expressing a sense of pride and self-respect.
Even in defeat, the politician remained dignified and thanked his supporters.
