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