The 370 GRE Words You Must Know: Passage 12
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A Tale of Fortitude Once upon a time, in a realm steeped in mystique, there existed a kingdom governed by a ruler burdened with an indebted (owing money) treasury. The monarch, indebted (owing gratitude to someone or something) to the subjects for their unwavering loyalty, sought to alleviate their suffering. The king summoned his most trusted advisor, an indefatigable (cannot be made tired) and astute intermediary, to seek a solution to their financial woes. The advisor, known for their resourcefulness, embarked on a quest to secure alliances with neighboring kingdoms. While the advisor tirelessly toiled, the king, burdened by his own indolent (lazy) nature, remained idle (not active or in use), basking in the luxuries of the palace, oblivious to the struggles of his people. As time passed, the advisor returned, bearing tidings of hope. They had managed to infer (to conclude from implicit evidence) an alliance with a wealthy realm, whose benevolence was ingenuous (naïve or innocent) and …