60 words & definitions
| dawdle |
To delay by taking more time than necessary
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| pander |
To provide what someone wants or demands even though it is not proper, good, or reasonable.
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| plummet |
To fall or drop straight down at high speed
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| refurbish |
To renovate and redecorate something; to restore something to its original or better condition and appearance.
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| swoop |
(especially of a bird) To move rapidly downward through the air
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| yap |
To give off a sharp, shrill bark; or to talk and chatter in a repetitive way.
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| blooper |
An embarrassing error
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| crony |
A close friend of someone; especially : a friend of someone powerful (such as a politician) who is unfairly given special treatment or favors
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| gulch |
A narrow and steep-sided ravine marking the course of what used to be a stream
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| shambles |
A state of total disorder
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| shenanigans |
Secret or dishonest activity or maneuvering
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| smut |
Obscene language or matter
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| zest |
Great enthusiasm and energy
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| puke |
To vomit
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| slouch |
Stand, move, or sit in a lazy, drooping way
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| batty |
Mad and slightly crazy, usually in a humorous way
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| mawkish |
Sentimental in a feeble or sickly way
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| rickety |
(of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse
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| snag |
Catch or tear a piece of material on something sticking out
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| maverick |
An unorthodox or independent-minded person
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| snob |
A person with an exaggerated respect for high social position or wealth who seeks to associate with social superiors and dislikes people or activities regarded as lower-class
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| meek |
Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive
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| gouge |
To overcharge or swindle; also to use a sharp tool to remove inner material from something.
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| timid |
Shy and nervous, lacking confidence, and easily frightened
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| charade |
An act or event that is clearly false
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| skeptical |
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
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| optimum |
The best way to acheive the desired result
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| upgrade |
To improve something to a higher level
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| relentless |
To act intensely and continuously, usually negatively
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| indulge |
To allow yourself to do something that you enjoy, even when it may not be the best thing for you to do
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| belch |
The loud noise that comes from gas exiting the stomach through the mouth, usually after eating.
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| slug |
A tough-skinned terrestrial mollusk that typically lacks a shell and secretes a film of mucus for protection. It can be a serious plant pes
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| torment |
Severe physical or mental suffering
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| skid |
An act of skidding or sliding
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| admonish |
To warn or reprimand someone firmly about their behaviour.
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| aspiration |
A strong desire or ambition to achieve something.
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| brute |
A violent or savage person, lacking in kindness or intelligence.
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| circuitous |
Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.
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| crust |
A hard or brittle outer layer or coating on something
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| digress |
To temporarily leave the main subject of a conversation or discussion
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| disperse |
To scatter or spread over a wide area.
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| expendable |
Not essential, able to be used up or sacrificed without significant loss, easily replaced or not necessary for long-term use.
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| exuberance |
An overflowing abundance of enthusiasm or joy.
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| glow |
To shine with a bright or radiant light, often from heat or warmth.
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| haul |
To pull or drag something with effort or force.
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| idyllic |
Extremely peaceful, beautiful, or perfect, often referring to a place or situation.
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| intertwined |
Twisted or woven together, physically or figuratively; closely connected or linked in a complex way.
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| mere |
Barely enough or minimal — used to emphasize how small or unimportant something is.
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| repertoire |
The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.
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| roomy |
Referring to an area, object, or place that feels generous in size and can accommodate many items or people.
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| shock |
A jarring event that causes surprise, disbelief, or emotional disturbance.
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| stride |
To walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction.
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| heretic |
A person who holds beliefs that contradict the official teachings of a field, discipline, or religion.
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| incendiary |
Likely to cause fire, violence, strong feelings, or anger.
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| motivated |
Very enthusiastic or determined to accomplish something.
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| futility |
the quality being ineffective, useless, unsuccessful, and achieving nothing.
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| pilfer |
To steal, especially in small quantities
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| sacrilegious |
To treat something holy or important without respect.
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| skyrocket |
To rise extremely quickly or make extremely quick progress towards success.
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| innovative |
Using new ideas or new ways of doing something.
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