60 words & definitions
| chug |
(of a vehicle or boat) To move slowly with engine making regular muffled explosive sounds
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| mingle |
To mix or cause to mix together
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| squawk |
(of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise
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| wheedle |
To use flattery and deceptive words to persuade someone to do something or give one something
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| froth |
A mass of small bubbles in liquid caused by agitation, fermentation, etc.; foam
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| burp |
To allow air from the stomach to come out through the mouth in a noisy way
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| fink |
Inform on to the authorities
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| bedraggled |
Giving an appearance of being messy, untidy, and neglected.
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| flabby |
Uncomplimentary description of loose flesh that sags, droops or flaps.
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| slovenly |
(especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty
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| surly |
Bad-tempered and unfriendly
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| pomp |
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event
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| sinister |
The intention to do secret actions that are meant to do harm
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| chat |
Talk in a friendly and informal way
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| slogan |
A short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising
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| hurtle |
To move very fast, especially in a way that seems dangerous
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| pristine |
In its original condition; unspoiled
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| harrowing |
Intensely distressing
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| martyr |
To kill someone because of their beliefs
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| shred |
To tear or cut into shreds
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| vigor |
Physical strength and good health
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| astound |
To cause others to be very surprised or shocked
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| aberration |
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected.
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| seductive |
Very tempting
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| abundant |
Plentiful, available in large quantities
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| coax |
To gently pursuade someone to do something
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| deplete |
To reduce something by a large amount so that there is not enough left, such as resources or money
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| untenable |
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism
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| throng |
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals
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| thrill |
A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure
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| scheme |
A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect, often through deceptive means
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| moan |
A long, low sound made by a person expressing physical or mental suffering or pleasure
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| ambitious |
Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, and showing determination and eagerness to reach goals.
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| blast |
A sudden, loud explosion or burst of air, sound, or energy.
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| breakthrough |
A sudden, important discovery or development.
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| bruise |
A dark mark on the skin caused by injury or damage.
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| context |
The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning.
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| conundrum |
A confusing and difficult problem, situation, or question, where there is no clear or easy solution.
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| decoy |
An object made to resemble something else, to lure someone into a trap.
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| deluge |
A severe flood or overwhelming rush of water.
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| denounce |
To publicly declare something or someone as wrong or evil.
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| eclipse |
To surpass or outshine in importance, significance, or quality, often rendering something less noticeable or significant.
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| feverishly |
In a highly excited or frantic manner, often due to intense emotion or urgency.
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| glorious |
Full of beauty, splendor, or magnificence; worthy of admiration.
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| loner |
A person who does not conform to social norms or seek companionship.
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| moron |
A person who acts foolishly or shows poor judgment — someone who makes silly or careless mistakes.
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| menial |
An activity that requires little training or talent, often repetitive.
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| retrospect |
The act of reflecting on or considering past actions, experiences, or situations.
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| ruse |
A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.
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| scatter |
To disperse or spread things in different directions, often in an uncontrolled or random way.
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| shackles |
A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement.
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| squash |
To suppress or stop something forcefully, like an idea or protest.
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| verify |
To check or prove something through evidence or investigation
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| abduct |
To seize and take someone away against their will, by force; to kidnap.
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| venture |
A daring journey or undertaking.
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| heretical |
Being opposite to and against the official or popular opinion.
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| compliant |
Being willing to do what one is asked to do, following set of rules, regulations, and standards.
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| trajectory |
The curved path an object follows after it is thrown or shot into the air
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| invigorating |
Making one feel strong, healthy, and full of energy
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| bossy |
When a person tends to order people around and tell them what to do, being overly authoritative and domineering.
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