adjective equal to or the same as; equivalent.His rebellious act was tantamount to treason.They claimed that her silence was tantamount to an admission of guilt. See the full entry
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WOTD: matriculate
verb to enroll or be enrolled in an organization, esp. a college or university.She was accepted by the university and will matriculate in the fall. See the full entry
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WOTD: laborious
adjective 1. requiring considerable effort or perseverance.Hanging wallpaper is a laborious task. 2. requiring extreme patience and care.He wrote up the report in laborious detail. 3. diligent and hard-working.Mozart was a laborious…
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