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inspire - To fill someone with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm to do something.

The coach’s speech inspired the team to give their best effort in the championship game.

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precise - Exact and accurate in detail or measurement; clear and unambiguous, without any room for confusion.

He gave a precise answer to the complicated question, showing his deep understanding of the topic.

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adept - Highly skilled or proficient at something.

He is adept at using graphic design software.

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cognizant - Mindful or conscious, especially in making decisions or taking action.

He is cognizant of the importance of meeting the deadline, and is working with his colleagues to make it happen..

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maneuver - A strategic or clever action — used to gain an advantage in a situation, especially in politics or negotiations.

The army conducted a large-scale maneuver to test their new defense strategy.

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alacrity - Lively and enthusiastic action or attitude.

When offered a chance to perform, he jumped on stage with alacrity.

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ingenuity - The quality of being clever, original, and inventive

Thomas Edison possessed so much ingenuity that he is considered the greatest inventor of all time.

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subtle - Clever and indirect in approach or meaning.

The movie used subtle humor rather than loud, obvious jokes.

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clarity - The ability to think about or understand something clearly

Discussions during group therapy helped Max have greater clarity about the challenges that confronted him.

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suave - Charming and confident in manner: Especially in a smooth, polite way.

He was so suave that everyone at the party wanted to talk to him.

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decipher - To figure out the meaning of something difficult to understand.

The archaeologists worked hard to decipher the ancient symbols on the wall.

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wonk - A person who takes an excessive interest in minor details of political policy

Rachel Maddow is a policy wonk on TV who walks her audience through the minor details of legislation and current events.