transitive verb to comprehend incorrectly; misunderstand.She was offended because she misinterpreted the offer he was making. See the full entry
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prudent
adjective having or showing wisdom and caution in practical matters; sensible.Being naturally prudent, she was not inclined to take such a risk.Postponing the expansion was a prudent decision. See the full entry
chilly
adjective producing an uncomfortably cool sensation.It was a chilly day for swimming, but a few of us braved the water. See the full entry
hone
transitive verb to make more effective or adept; perfect.He has honed his public speaking style and now sounds more confident. See the full entry
circumstance
noun definition: A circumstance is a certain situation. example:Let’s say you saw your friend cheating on a test; what would you do in that circumstance?That was a terrible situation, and you had…