eloquent -
To speak beautifully, clearly, and effectively.
The Roman statesman Cicero was famous for his eloquent speeches.
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decipher -
To figure out the meaning of something difficult to understand.
The archaeologists worked hard to decipher the ancient symbols on the wall.
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clarity -
The ability to think about or understand something clearly
Discussions during group therapy helped Max have greater clarity about the challenges that confronted him.
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thrifty -
Being careful about not wasting things or spending too much money
Mr. and Mrs. Jones were very thrifty, and were able to retire with a nice nestegg.
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ingenuity -
The quality of being clever, original, and inventive
Thomas Edison possessed so much ingenuity that he is considered the greatest inventor of all time.
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venture -
A daring journey or undertaking.
He raised money to fund his venture to make and market his amazing invention.
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counterintuitive -
Contrarhy to what one would expect, but nevertheless true.
When perparing for the marathon, it may be counterintuitive, but sometimes it's good to take a day off and rest rather than running that day.
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
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charisma -
A special power that some people have to influence others
The politician had a certain charisma that attracted followers from far and wide.
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stabilize -
To bring a situation, condition, or system under control.
The pilot worked quickly to stabilize the plane after turbulence hit.
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lucid -
Expressed clearly; easy to understand
The prosecutor's case was presented in such a lucid way that the jury easily understood why the defendant was guilty.
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wonk -
A person who takes an excessive interest in minor details of political policy
Rachel Maddow is a policy wonk on TV who walks her audience through the minor details of legislation and current events.
