60 words & definitions
| grope |
To feel about or search blindly and uncertainly with the hands. (verb)
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| nix |
Put an end to; cancel (verb)
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| reek |
To give off a very strong and unpleasant odor; to stink. (verb)
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| retch |
To make the sound and movement of vomiting (verb)
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| ruffle |
to move or lift something so that it is no longer smooth; to disorder something, typically by running one's hands through it (verb)
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| snuggle |
To settle or move into a warm, comfortable position (verb)
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| clout |
Influence or power, especially in politics or business (noun)
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| heist |
A robbery (noun)
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| mirth |
Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter (noun)
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| mugger |
A person who attacks and robs another in a public place (noun)
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| sloth |
Reluctance to work or make an effort; laziness (noun)
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| twinge |
A small, sudden, sharp localized pain (noun)
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| willies |
A strong feeling of nervous apprehension and discomfort (noun)
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| nudge |
Prod (someone) gently, typically with one's elbow, in order to draw their attention to something (verb)
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| ripple |
Form or flow with undulating waves on the water's surface. (verb)
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| wobble |
Move unsteadily from side to side (verb)
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| aghast |
Struck with shock, amazement, or horror (adjective)
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| clumsy |
Awkward in movement or in handling things (adjective)
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| fetid |
Smelling extremely unpleasant (adjective)
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| spry |
(especially of an old person) active; lively (adjective)
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| chagrin |
Being unhappy and disappointed as a result of a failure or mistake (noun)
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| frenetic |
Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way (adjective)
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| scold |
To rebuke someone angrily, telling them what you think they did wrong. (verb)
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| fury |
Wild or violent anger (noun)
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| muzzle |
Put a muzzle on (an animal) (verb)
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| flamboyant |
(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness (adjective)
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| mystique |
A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something (noun)
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| doom |
Condemn to certain destruction or death (verb)
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| valiant |
Possessing or showing courage or determination (adjective)
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| nonchalant |
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm (adjective)
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| crusade |
An energetic campaign for political, social, or religious change (noun)
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| obsession |
Not being able to stop thinking about something. (noun)
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| drift |
To move slowly without much intention or direction. (verb)
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| tiptoe |
To walking on the front part of your foot in order to move very quietly (verb)
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| burp |
The noise made by air released from the stomach through the mouth (noun)
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| swarm |
A large or dense group of insects, especially flying ones (noun)
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| surge |
A sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the waves or tide (noun)
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| wink |
An act of closing and opening one eye quickly, typically as a signal (noun)
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| augment |
To improve or enhance the value, quality, or amount of something. (verb)
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| buffer |
A person or thing that reduces shock or impact. (noun)
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| burden |
To place a load or responsibility on someone. (verb)
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| disrupt |
To interrupt the normal flow or process of something. (verb)
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| faction |
A small, organized group within a larger group, especially one with differing opinions or interests. (noun)
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| joyous |
Full of happiness and delight; very joyful; bringing or causing great happiness. (adjective)
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| merciless |
Without forgiveness or leniency — relentless and unkind. (adjective)
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| nuisance |
A person, thing, or situation that causes annoyance or inconvenience. (noun)
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| ornament |
An object used to decorate or beautify, especially something small and decorative, something that adds grace, beauty, or distinction to a person or thing. (noun)
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| miser |
Someone extremely frugal or stingy, often to the point of discomfort or social disapproval. (noun)
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| refuge |
A place of safety or retreat that is well-designed, cultured, and comfortable, offering both peace and style. (noun)
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| invade |
To aggressively take over or occupy a place or country. (verb)
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| sanctity |
Referring to the idea that certain principles or values should be upheld without compromise. (noun)
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| scintillating |
Describing someone or something that is exceptionally witty and entertaining, and is intellectually or emotinally stimulating. (adjective)
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| skyscraper |
A high-rise structure that dominates the skyline. (noun)
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| spin |
To turn around quickly on a central point or axis. (verb)
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| unstoppable |
So powerful, determined, or effective that it cannot be halted, defeated, or resisted. (adjective)
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| hint |
To give a clue or piece of advice that points to something or helps someone understand something. (verb)
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| décor |
The color, style, and arrangement of the things that decorate a place or room. (noun)
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| relic |
An object, tradition, or system from the past that continues to exist. (noun)
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| liability |
Being legally responsible for something (noun)
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| booming |
Very loud or very successful. (adjective)
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