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a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult
"Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence."
related to the study of the atmosphere and weather
"The meteorological department predicted heavy rainfall this week."
well-educated, literary, or scholarly people
"The event was attended by poets, critics, and other members of the literati."
a system of writing using pictures or symbols, used especially by ancient Egyptians
"The tomb walls were covered with Egyptian hieroglyphics."
the study or practice of improving the genetic quality of the human population
"Eugenics has been criticized for its unethical applications in history."
the cause or origin of a disease or condition
"Doctors are studying the etiology of the new virus."
evaluating other cultures according to the standards of one's own culture
"His ethnocentric attitude made it hard for him to appreciate foreign traditions."
the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures
"She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations."
a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses
"The ceiling was decorated with delicate arabesque patterns."
the sound produced by the vocal cords; the ability to speak or express oneself
"She has a beautiful voice that captivates the audience."
an extended period of leisure and recreation, especially one spent away from home or traveling
"We went on vacation to the beach last summer."
essential or necessary for life or success
"It's vital to stay hydrated during the summer."
a person who goes to see a place or someone for a short time
"The museum had many visitors last weekend."
to go to see someone or something for a short time
"They plan to visit their grandparents next week."
the ability to see or a mental image of something
"She had a clear vision of her future."
a small community or group of houses in a rural area
"They live in a small village surrounded by mountains."
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
"The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control."
the act of seeing or observing something, or an area of sight
"She had a great view of the sunset from her balcony."
a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film
"She watched the video of her favorite concert online."
a low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it
"The valley was covered in lush green grass and flowers."
the importance, worth, or usefulness of something
"The value of education cannot be overstated."
worth a great deal of money or importance
"The diamond ring is very valuable."
the quality or state of being different or diverse; a range of different things
"There is a variety of fruits available in the market."
having a great deal of money, resources, or assets
"He became wealthy after investing in real estate."
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