PROMPT: Define imperious as in 'an imperious necessity drove him forward on his quest'

IMPERIOUS (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Authoritative and overbearing, especially in a domineering manner.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing someone or something that demands obedience through an authoritative and often arrogant attitude.

EXAMPLES:
1. The imperious tone of the boss left no room for argument.
2. An imperious necessity drove him forward on his quest, overriding all doubts and hesitations.

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PROMPT: Define despondency as in 'he fell into a state of deep, uninterrupted despondency'

DESPENDENCY (noun) — Formal

DEFINITION:
A state of severe depression or hopelessness.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing a profound and prolonged feeling of dejection.

EXAMPLES:
1. After the loss, he fell into a state of deep, uninterrupted despondency.
2. The news brought about a period of despondency that lasted for months.

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PROMPT: Define arduous as in 'the long and arduous journey through the frozen mountains'

ARDUOUS (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Requiring great effort, labor, or endurance.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing tasks, journeys, or processes that are demanding and tiring.

EXAMPLES:
1. The arduous climb up the mountain tested their physical limits.
2. Completing the project was an arduous task that took months of hard work.

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PROMPT: Define ephemeral as in 'human history appeared as a brief and ephemeral flash in cosmic time'

EPHEMERAL (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Lasting for a very short time.

WHEN TO USE:
Use to describe something that is transient or fleeting, especially in contexts of time or existence.

EXAMPLES:
1. The flowers bloomed briefly and then were ephemeral.
2. Her career as a model was an ephemeral success before she retired early.

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PROMPT: Define austere as in 'they lived under the austere discipline of their new order'

AUSTERE (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Severely simple and unornamented in style; stern or strict.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing a strict, uncompromising, or plain lifestyle or environment.

EXAMPLES:
1. The monastery's austere discipline required silence and contemplation.
2. Their home was austere, with minimal furniture and no decorations.

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PROMPT: Define venerable as in 'the venerable monuments of a long-forgotten civilization'

VENERABLE (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Respectfully old or esteemed for age and worth.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when referring to something or someone of great age that is respected for its or his/her/its enduring value or significance.

EXAMPLES:
1. The venerable oak tree stood tall in the center of the village square.
2. He was a venerable figure in the community, known for his wisdom and experience.

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PROMPT: Define tumultuous as in 'the species endured a tumultuous period of war and renewal'

TUMULTUOUS (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Marked by great disturbance, confusion, or commotion.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing a period or situation characterized by chaos and upheaval.

EXAMPLES:
1. The city experienced tumultuous times during the revolution.
2. Their relationship went through a tumultuous phase after the move.

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PROMPT: Define imperturbable as in 'he maintained an imperturbable calm despite the surrounding chaos'

IMPERTURBABLE (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Unshaken by emotion or disturbance; extremely calm and collected.

WHEN TO USE:
Use to describe someone who remains composed in difficult situations.

EXAMPLES:
1. He maintained an imperturbable calm despite the surrounding chaos.
2. The imperturbable nature of the detective helped solve the case quickly.

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PROMPT: Define singular as in 'he was a man of a singular and unpredictable temperament'

SINGULAR (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Unique or distinctive; particular to one person or thing.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when emphasizing the uniqueness of a characteristic or quality.

EXAMPLES:
1. He was a man of a singular and unpredictable temperament.
2. The painting is notable for its singular style.

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PROMPT: Define enigmatic as in 'he left behind an enigmatic smile and no further explanation'

ENIGMATIC (adjective) — Formal

DEFINITION:
Puzzling or mysterious, often in a captivating or intriguing way.

WHEN TO USE:
Use when describing something or someone that is difficult to understand but also intriguing or fascinating.

EXAMPLES:
1. The enigmatic smile on her face left everyone guessing.
2. His enigmatic behavior during the meeting was both frustrating and captivating.

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