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estranged

  1. separated

  2. the chance occurrence, at the same time, of two or more seemingly connected events

  3. carrion-eating birds

  4. state of being stupefied
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Estranged means separated, typically referring to a relationship where two people were once close but are now distant or alienated from each other.

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ethereal

  1. like a spirit or fairy

  2. utensil with perforated bottom used for straining

  3. contending

  4. strong and firm (in the body)
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Ethereal describes something extremely delicate and light, seeming to belong to another world like spirits or fairies.

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ethnic

  1. relating to races

  2. work together

  3. fear or hatred of foreigners

  4. unpleasantly dark
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Ethnic relates to races or groups of people sharing common cultural characteristics, heritage, or ancestry.

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ethnology

  1. study of humankind

  2. work of art put together from fragments

  3. walk through a substance, such as water, that impedes movement

  4. thwart
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Ethnology is the study of humankind, specifically the branch of anthropology that deals with the division of humankind into races and their origin, distribution, distinctions, and relationships.

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ethos

  1. underlying character of a culture, group, etc.

  2. examine and compare in order to verify authenticity

  3. speak equivocally about an issue

  4. urbanity
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Ethos refers to the underlying character, spirit, or beliefs of a culture, group, or institution - the fundamental values that guide its behavior.

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etymology

  1. study of word parts

  2. security given for loan

  3. move gently (in air or in seas) by wind or waves

  4. subordinate
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and how their meanings have changed throughout history.

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eugenic

  1. pertaining to the improvement of race

  2. a light meal

  3. shake repeatedly from side to side

  4. less intense
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Eugenic relates to the improvement of race or species through selective breeding or genetic manipulation - pertaining to better hereditary qualities.

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eulogistic

  1. praising

  2. composed

  3. begin and continue (a war)

  4. influenced by personal feelings
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Eulogistic means expressing praise or commendation - speaking or writing in a way that praises someone or something highly.

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eulogy

  1. expression of praise, often on the occasion of someone's death

  2. pertaining to conversational or common speech

  3. humorous

  4. conquer
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A eulogy is a speech or piece of writing that praises someone, typically someone who has recently died. It is commonly delivered at a funeral or memorial service. The other options refer to different concepts - colloquial speech, humor, and conquest.

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euphemism

  1. mild expression in place of an unpleasant one

  2. informal discussion

  3. homeless child or animal

  4. refine
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A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. Common examples include 'passed away' instead of 'died' or 'let someone go' instead of 'fired'. The other options are unrelated concepts.