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LESSON 25

Definition

short, usually in time

Synonym

concisely

Example

The visiting professor spoke briefly at the faculty meeting.

Solar eclipses are briefmoments when the Earth and Moon cross the Sun's fixed position in the solar system

Definition

to cause to move along a fixed path; move freely

Synonym

distribute

Example

The news of the president's visit circulated quickly throughout the city.

A dollar bill remains in circulation for approximately one and a half years

Definition

without changing; keeping the same principles, ideas, or quality

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dependably

Example

The temperature must be maintained consistently at 75° centigrade.

The policy of the government concerning unemployment has been consistent

Definition

to show or demonstrate

Synonym

display

Example

The compound exhibits the qualities of an acid.

It was the best exhibition of talent that I have ever seen.

Definition

to establish; start up; a philanthropic organization

Synonym

establish

Example

The wealthy woman founded a hospital in her hometown.

The foundation maintained a number of philanthropic activities.

Definition

not following established rules; not desirable

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inappropriately

Example

The disappointing outcome was a result of an improperly prepared petri dish

There was an impropriety with the way the funds were spent.

Definition

acting without thinking

Synonym

capriciously

Example

She reacted impulsively to the loud noise.

Many shoppers buy items on impulse.

Definition

almost never

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rarely

Example

Tornadoes occur infrequently in the eastern part of the United States.

Deserts are characterized by their irifrequent rainfall.

Definition

to keep separated from others

Synonym

secluded

Example

The failure of the communications system left the towns isolated

The doctors were unable to isolate the cause of the epidemic.

Definition

in a way clearly seen; not done secretly

Synonym

openly

Example

He overtly disregarded the regulations.

Her overt attempt to take control of the discussion failed.

Definition

in a deep way; showing deep knowledge of a subject

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significantly

Example

Everyone was profoundly impressed by the news reports.

The Nobel Prize is a profound recognition of outstanding achievement.

Definition

showing sensitivity or quick thinking; showing a quick change in direction

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quickly

Example

Car prices rose sharply over the past year.

There was a sharp change in the humidity after the storm.

Definition

being found in a certain place a current condition

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located

Example

The resort town of Cancun is situated in the northern part of the Yucatan peninsula

They found themselves in a very difficult situation.

Definition

following; coming after something

Synonym

afterward

Example

The public applauded the president's actions and subsequently his ratings in the polls improved

This report, and all subsequent reports, must be written in the appropriate style

Definition

clearly able to be determined

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indisputable

Example

The markings of the insect provided for an unmistakable identification of the species.

It is unmistakably clear that the report must be finished by noon.

Definition

marked by integrity; good, honest

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moral

Example

The school only accepts upstanding young adults.

The neighborhood has been kept clean and beautiful thanks to its upstanding residents