Synonyms

Erode means to gradually wear away or consume through friction or natural processes like water or wind. "Wear away" directly captures this meaning of gradual destruction. "Ascend" and "Grow" are opposites (building up), while "Flourish" and "Cheat" are unrelated.

Edify means to instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually. "Instruct morally" best captures the character-building aspect. "Statue" and "Large building" are from the same Latin root (aedificare) but are the noun form, not the verb. "Stagnate" is the opposite of growth, and "Eatable" is unrelated.

It means shameless or impudent boldness.

It means to make lucid or clear; throw light upon; explain.

Eclectic refers to deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. "Choicest" (meaning carefully selected from the best) is the intended synonym, indicating selection from diverse options. The other options are unrelated distractors.

Eschew means to deliberately avoid, abstain from, or reject something. "Avoid" is the most direct synonym. "Indulge" is the opposite (to give in to). "Ascetic" and "Sedentary" are related to lifestyle but not synonyms, while "Septic" is unrelated.

Erratic describes something unpredictable, inconsistent, or lacking a fixed pattern (in behavior or movement). "Wandering" captures the sense of unpredictable movement without direction. "Upright" and "Evolved" are positive attributes, "Bright" is unrelated, and "Enigmatic" refers to mystery, not inconsistency.

Ebullient describes someone cheerful, energetic, and overflowing with enthusiasm (from Latin ebullire, to boil over). "Enthusiastic" is the closest synonym. "Disappointed" and "Dull" are opposites. "Apparent" and "Tentative" refer to visibility and uncertainty, unrelated to high energy.

Estranged refers to a state where former closeness or affection has been lost, typically resulting in separation or alienation. "Alienated" captures this sense of being emotionally distant or cut off. "Family," "Loving," and "Educated" are unrelated, while "Befriend" is the opposite.

Espouse means to adopt, support, or advocate for a cause, belief, or idea publicly. "Support" is the most straightforward synonym, indicating active endorsement or backing. "Condemn" and "Decry" are opposites (to publicly criticize). "Remove" and "Renovate" are physical actions, unrelated to adopting beliefs.

An epigram is a brief, witty, or surprising saying or short poem. "Short saying" directly captures this definition, making it the correct synonym.

To filch means to steal something, usually in a casual, sneaky, or petty way. It implies taking something without permission, often without violence. 'Pretend' and 'embarrass' are unrelated, while 'dirty' is an adjective describing condition, not an action of taking.

To disconcert means to confuse, unsettle, or make someone feel uncomfortable or lose their composure. It creates a state of mental uncertainty or embarrassment. The other options are unrelated - singing in harmony, pretending, or cancelling are not meanings of disconcert.

Demise primarily means death or the end of something's existence. While it can refer to termination or dismissal in some contexts, 'death' is the most direct and common meaning, especially when referring to a person. The other options (accident, act, dismissal) are not primary meanings.

Garrulous means excessively talkative, wordy, or given to talking too much. It describes someone who talks at great length, often about trivial matters. 'Laconic' is actually an antonym (using few words), while 'strangling' and 'frozen' are unrelated meanings.