Synonyms

A rejoinder is a sharp, witty, or quick response, especially to a remark or criticism. The other options don't match: 'pin point' means to precisely identify, 'residue' is what remains after something is removed, and 'feet in' appears to be a nonsense phrase in this context.

To assimilate means to absorb and integrate information, ideas, or culture into one's existing knowledge structure. It can also mean to absorb nutrients or to make similar. 'Attain' means to achieve, 'gear' relates to equipment or adjustment, and 'nude' means naked - none of these match.

Evince means to show or demonstrate (a quality, emotion, or feeling) clearly. When someone evinces surprise, they clearly display it. 'Parade' means to display publicly but has a different connotation, 'route' is a path, and 'flak' refers to criticism or anti-aircraft fire.

Expatiation means speaking or writing at length, or explaining something in great detail. To expatiate is to elaborate on a topic, going into extensive detail. 'Emulate' means to imitate, 'evade' means to avoid, and 'seem' means to appear to be.

To sully means to spoil, tarnish, or damage something's reputation, purity, or appearance. It's often used in phrases like 'sully someone's reputation.' 'Stink' refers to a bad smell, 'veer' means to change direction suddenly, and 'ginkgo' is a type of tree.

Demeanour refers to a person's outward behavior, manner, or bearing - how they present themselves and conduct themselves. 'Behaviors' is the correct synonym. 'Behest' means a command or order, 'bride' is a woman on her wedding day, and 'bow' can mean to bend or a weapon.

Venial means pardonable or excusable, especially referring to a minor sin or fault that can be forgiven. It comes from religious contexts contrasting venial (minor, forgivable) with mortal (serious) sins. 'Pardonable' is the correct synonym. 'Stink' is a bad smell, 'leek' is a vegetable, and 'freed' means released.

To festoon means to decorate or adorn something, especially by hanging garlands, chains, or other ornaments across or around it. 'Decorate' is the correct synonym. 'Demand' means to ask for something forcefully, 'rhetoric' relates to persuasive language, and 'kern' refers to adjusting spacing between letters.

Derision means contemptuous ridicule or mockery - being laughed at or treated with scorn. 'Mockery' is the correct synonym. 'Fiddle' is a musical instrument or to tamper with, 'count' means to enumerate, and 'blouse' is a garment.

Inherent means existing as an essential or natural characteristic of something. Belonging naturally correctly captures this meaning - something that is intrinsic or built-in rather than acquired from outside.

Daunt means to intimidate, discourage, or make someone feel apprehensive. Discourage is the correct synonym - to cause someone to lose confidence or enthusiasm. The other options (chat, cheat, waste) are unrelated to intimidating or discouraging someone.

Crass means to act or speak in a mean, rude and crude manner. Therefore, crude is synonymous.

Dereliction means willful neglect or failure to fulfill one's duty. Neglect is the correct synonym - both refer to failing to care for something or fulfill an obligation. Neat, groan, and wail are unrelated to this concept.

Ebullience means high spirits, enthusiasm, or bubbly excitement. Exuberance is the correct synonym - both describe overflowing energy and cheerfulness. Evade means to escape, anoint means to apply oil, and akin means similar - none match ebullience.

A cranny is a small, narrow opening or crack, especially in a wall. Corner is the closest synonym among the options - a cranny is typically found in corners or crevices. Frivolous means trivial, steel is metal, and mingle means to mix socially.

A diatribe is a forceful, bitter, or abusive speech or piece of writing attacking someone or something. Controversial discussion correctly captures this meaning - a diatribe expresses strong disapproval or criticism. Tolerant means accepting, rescored is not relevant, and dissent means disagreement but lacks the angry, lengthy nature of a diatribe.

Expostulate means to express strong disapproval or protest, typically through reasoning or argument. To protest is the correct synonym - both mean to object strongly to something. Peek means to look secretly, goad means to provoke, and estimate means to guess - none match expressing disapproval.

Corpulent means fat or fleshy, especially describing someone who is overweight. Fat is the correct synonym - both directly describe being overweight. Thick and move are too generic, while jiggle describes a motion unrelated to body size.

Denigrate means to criticize unfairly, to belittle, or to disparage someone or something. To 'belittle' is the closest synonym among the options, meaning to make someone or something seem unimportant or insignificant.

Verdure refers to the lush green vegetation of grass and other plants. Among the options, 'green' is the correct synonym as it directly relates to the green color of growing plants.

Ebony refers to a very dense, black wood obtained from several species of trees, known for its dark color. The word is commonly used to describe anything that is very dark or black in color.

Emblazon means to decorate prominently with symbols or bright colors, often referring to coats of arms, logos, or designs being displayed prominently on a surface.

Ancient trees are described as being hoary, i.e. "hoary oak". Hence, hoary is synonymous to ancient.

Sallow refers to a pale, unhealthy complexion.