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noun prudent or sparing use of resources, especially money.Because of their frugality, my grandparents were able to leave us a considerable sum. See the full entry

noun the fact or state of being extremely good or of high quality.The academic excellence of the university is well-known.We’re proud of the excellence of our products.Her excellence as a teacher is…

adjective untruthful.We knew he was a mendacious person, so we didn’t believe he was telling the truth. See the full entry

noun severe suffering or affliction; distress.Her easy life became one of tribulation after her husband died. See the full entry