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A state of drowsiness or sleepiness; inclination to sleep.
"The somnolence after a heavy meal made it hard to concentrate."
The state of being damaged or weakened; a disability or handicap.
"Hearing impairment can be caused by long-term exposure to loud noise."
The condition of being adequate or enough; adequacy.
"The sufficiency of food supply is critical for survival."
The action of making something obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.
"The obfuscation of the data made it difficult to interpret."
A wrong idea or false understanding about something.
"There is a common misconception that success happens overnight."
Based on false reasoning or misleading arguments.
"His argument was based on fallacious reasoning."
To force someone to do something against their will using threats or intimidation.
"The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime."
Causing harm or damage to something or someone.
"Lack of sleep is detrimental to mental health."
Unreasonably high in price or amount; excessive.
"The hotel charged an exorbitant price for a basic room."
Something that creates difficulties or delays in progress.
"Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project."
The unintended consequences or effects of an action or event.
"The new policy had unintended repercussions on the economy."
A natural tendency or inclination toward a particular behavior or condition.
"Genetic factors can influence a person's predisposition to diseases."
Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.
"His statement was too ambiguous to understand."
To make someone less sensitive or reactive to something through repeated exposure.
"Constant exposure to violence can desensitize people."
To find out or discover something with certainty; to verify.
"The police tried to ascertain the cause of the accident."
Not justified or necessary; without good reason.
"His anger toward the staff was completely unwarranted."
The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.
"Strong willpower is essential for achieving long-term goals."
An attempt to achieve a goal; to try hard to do or achieve something.
"His endeavor to start a business was successful."
A tendency to suffer from a particular condition, hold a particular attitude, or act in a particular way.
"His predisposition to anxiety made him cautious in new situations."
Careful and persistent work or effort.
"Success requires patience and diligence."
Courage in pain or adversity.
"She showed great fortitude in overcoming challenges."
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
"A meticulous planner ensures that no details are overlooked."
Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.
"A conscientious worker always delivers high-quality results."
To support or strengthen; prop up.
"Regular training helps bolster confidence."
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