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Other / Inward

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fussy - (of a person) fastidious about one's needs or requirements; hard to please

Ryan was always fussy when it came to food and never liked eating vegetables.

noun

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Other / Shape

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gully - A water-worn ravine

On their nature walk, Tim saw that erosion had left the gully completely dry.

adjective

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Bad / Uncomfortable

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uneasy - Feeling anxious, worried, or uncomfortable about something; feeling a sense of discomfort or restlessness.

She felt uneasy walking alone through the dark alley.

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Good / Strong

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responsible - To have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it

She wanted to find a husband who was not only attractive, but one who is responsible and could be relied on to support a family.

verb

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Bad / Weak

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crumble - Break or fall apart into small fragments, especially over a period of time as part of a process of deterioration

Boulders very gradually crumble into small rocks over millions of years as part of a slow natural process.

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Good / Smart

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guru - A wise personal teacher and spiritual guide.

We all looked up to the head of the therapy center and regard him as a guru when it comes to mental health.

verb

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Good / Successful

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excel - To surpass others in achievement or ability within a particular field.

She excels in mathematics and often helps her classmates.

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Good / Friendly

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reprieve - A temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or undesirable situation, often granted as a mercy or to allow for further consideration.

The condemned prisoner was granted a reprieve by the governor, to the great relief of both him and his family.

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Bad / Unhappy

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gripe - A complaint about something

The difficult client had a gripe about everything the company did, and he called them often to express it.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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blunt - Saying exactly what you think without caring about the effect it has on people's feelings.

In marriage, it's crucial to think about the effect of what you say, and not to be too blunt.

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Good / Calm

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unfazed - Not surprised or worried

The soldier had nerves of steel and was unfazed by the bullets whizzing all around him

verb

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Good / Successful

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reap - To get something, usually something good, as a result of your or other people's planning and actions.

Alan knows that when he treats others with good will, that he can reap the benefits of the good will that results.

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