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1. Word: Bleak

   • Definition: lacking in warmth, kindness, or hope; depressing or desolate.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "The landscape was bleak and barren."
     • "The weather was bleak and cold."
     • "The future seemed bleak after the company announced layoffs."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "bleak."

2. Word: Daunting

   • Definition: seeming difficult or intimidating; making one feel frightened or worried about their ability to do something.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "Starting a new job can be daunting."
     • "The task ahead seems daunting."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "daunting."

3. Word: Undaunted

   • Definition: not discouraged or intimidated by difficulty, danger, or disappointment.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "Despite the risks, he was undaunted and proceeded with the plan."
     • "The team was undaunted by the challenge."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "undaunted."

4. Word: Unwitting

   • Definition: not aware of the full facts; unintentional or unplanned.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "He was an unwitting participant in the scam."
     • "His comment was unwittingly hurtful."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "unwitting."

5. Word: Egregious

   • Definition: outstandingly bad or shocking.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "An egregious mistake cost the company millions of dollars."
     • "His egregious behavior led to his expulsion from school."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "egregious."

6. Word: Sanctimonious

   • Definition: making a show of being morally superior to others.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "His sanctimonious attitude alienated his friends."
     • "She gave sanctimonious lectures about healthy living."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "sanctimonious."

7. Word: Hapless

   • Definition: unlucky or deserving of pity.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "The hapless traveler lost his passport."
     • "The hapless team lost every game this season."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "hapless."

8. Word: Trit

   • Definition: overused, lacking originality.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "That speech was full of trite expressions."
     • "You should avoid trite phrases in your writing."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "trite."

9. Word: Ubiquitous

   • Definition: present everywhere, seeming to be everywhere.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "Smartphones are ubiquitous these days."
     • "In an age when information is ubiquitous, wisdom is rare."
   • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "ubiquitous."

10. Word: Adamant

    • Definition: refusing to be persuaded or to change one's opinion.
    • Example Sentences:
      • "He was adamant about not going to the party."
      • "His parents were adamantly opposed to the marriage."
    • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "adamant."

11. Word: Callous

    • Definition: showing no concern for others, cruel.
    • Example Sentences:
      • "His callous remarks hurt her feelings."
      • "He has a callous attitude toward poor people."
    • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "callous."

12. Word: Distraught

    • Definition: extremely worried, nervous, or upset.
    • Example Sentences:
      • "She was very distraught over the loss of her pet."
      • "The child was distraught after getting lost."
    • Pronunciation: Pronounce it as "distraught."

Follow these steps to improve your English vocabulary by learning the meanings, pronunciations, and usage of these advanced words. Practice using them in sentences to enhance your language skills. Keep expanding your vocabulary by noting down new words and reviewing them regularly. Enjoy learning and enhancing your English proficiency!