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advisory
[Adjective]
aiming to provide advice and suggestions
Ex: The environmental group issued an advisory report highlighting the potential environmental impact of the proposed construction project .
ancillary
[Adjective]
secondary or supplementary to something more important
Ex: The ancillary charges for the service included taxes and small administrative fees .
auxiliary
[Adjective]
providing additional help or support
Ex: He installed an auxiliary microphone to improve the sound quality of his recordings .
awry
[Adverb]
with an inclination to one side or oblique position
Ex: The picture frame was hanging awry, with one corner noticeably higher than the other.
chary
[Adjective]
afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action
Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .
conciliatory
[Adjective]
meaning to end a dispute or to stop or lessen someone's anger
Ex: She gave a conciliatory speech to address the concerns of the frustrated employees .
culinary
[Adjective]
having to do with the preparation, cooking, or presentation of food
Ex: She wrote a culinary blog sharing recipes and cooking tips with her followers .
derogatory
[Adjective]
expressing a belittling and critical attitude
Ex: The coach was suspended for making derogatory statements toward the referee .
dilatory
[Adjective]
intentionally delaying or slow to act
Ex: The court criticized the lawyer for dilatory tactics , leading to unnecessary delays in the trial .
hoary
[Adjective]
(of people) having gray or white hair, particularly due to age
Ex: The hoary gentleman at the park was often seen feeding the pigeons with a gentle smile .
imaginary
[Adjective]
not real and existing only in the mind rather than in physical reality
Ex: The conspiracy theory was built upon imaginary connections and speculations , lacking any factual basis .
introductory
[Adjective]
presented before the main subject, topic, etc. to provide context or familiarize
Ex: The professor ’s introductory comments set the stage for the detailed lecture that followed .
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