inflame -
To make a situation less controllable by making people even more angry.
The government was hesitant to bring in the troops to control the riots, because that might just inflame the situation.
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Disgusting
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slimy -
Covered by or having the feel or consistency of slime
Jenny was grossed out by the slimy slug that made her hands sticky.
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Disorganized
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muddle -
Bring into a disordered or confusing state
Reggie felt so tired after only 2 hours of sleep, that he tried his best to muddle through his tasks until he could leave work at 5pm.
adjective
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Dangerous
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addictive -
The habit-forming quality of a substance or activity that causes someone to become dependent on using it or doing it.
Nicotine is a highly addictive substance found in cigarettes.
adjective
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Small
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meager -
(of something provided or available) lacking in quantity or quality
Most Americans have meager retirement savings and will need to work well into their older years.
verb
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Unfriendly
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gloat -
To enjoy thinking about one's own success that came about at the expense of another's misfortune
"You can gloat about your victory now", Johnny shouted at the other football captain, "but next year I assure you we'll beat you badly".
adjective
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Confused
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speechless -
Unable to speak or express oneself, typically due to strong emotions such as surprise, shock, or awe.
The news of his promotion left him completely speechless, and internally joyous.
noun
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Dishonest
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smokescreen -
A distraction or false front used to mislead or deceive others.
The flashy website and ad campaign turned out to be a smokescreen so people would be distracted from paying attention to the company's declining sales.
adjective
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Dislike
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derogatory -
Showing strong disapproval and not showing respect
After 6 months of singing lessons, she was insulted by what she regarded as derogatory remarks by her friends after she sang at the concert.
verb
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Attack
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clash -
To meet and come into violent conflict
The police clashed with rioters in the streets as they tried to restore order.
adjective
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Uncomfortable
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skittish -
(of an animal, especially of a horse) excitable or easily scared
Bill's horse was especially skittish around people it didn't know, so they had to be careful when Bill's friend Fred wanted to stroke the horse's mane.
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Confused
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ambiguous -
Something whose meaning is unclear, because it can be understood in several ways
Bill's parents often asked when he was moving out of the house and getting a job, but his answer was always ambiguous.
