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A downward slope, as of hill.
The declivity of the mountain allowed for the momentum of the sled. |
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Sadness or depression of the spirits; gloom
The boy was overcome with melancholy at the loss of his dog. |
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Disinclined to exert oneself; habitually lazy.
It is said that the millennial generation is indolent. |
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A long, uninterrupted speech by one character that reveals the character's feelings.
The monologue on stage revealed the actor's feelings about heartache and love. |
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A speech made by a character who is alone and speaks private thoughts as if the audience were not there.
The actor's soliloquy moved the audience as he spoke about his childhood. |
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The central figure in a literary work.
The protagonist in the story was a female hero who was small in stature. |
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The character who opposes or works against the protagonist.
The antagonist in the story was a villain that plotted to kill the protagonist. |
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Conclude based on evidence or premises.
From the look on his face, one could infer that he was unaware of the situation. |
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A true or fictitious story.
The narrative about Abe Lincoln was an interesting read. |
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Lessened in intensity; softened.
Her anger was mollified by his confession. |
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Habitual silence, or reserve in speaking
Taciturnity is sometimes practiced in religious settings. |
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Long and thin, slender; having little substance; flimsy
The perpetrators alibi was tenuous at best. |
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Given to complaining; peevish
Her querulous demeanor drove her husband away. |
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The state of being transported by a lofty emotion; ecstasy.
The rapture in their relationship was obvious by the lustful look in their eyes. |
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Marked by trembling, quivering, or shaking; timid or fearful.
She was tremulous as she approached the dark house. |
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Stubbornly adhering to an attitude, opinion, or course of action; difficult to manage or control.
The young actress was obstinate when she was on the set, she often had special requests. |
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Unsure of how to act or proceed; indecisive.
When he cornered her, she was irresolute. |
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Requiring much sitting; accustomed to sitting or to taking little exercise.
Her sedentary lifestyle added to her health issues. |
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Lacking energy or vitality; weak; showing little or no spirit or animation.
She was languid after the accident and it took her time to recuperate. |
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Impossible to satiate or satisfy.
She had an insatiable appetite for chocolate. |
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