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creak verb
To show weakness or frailty under strain.
fizzle verb
To finish in a way that is disappointing
parry verb
To ward off a weapon or attack, especially with a countermove
splatter verb
When a sticky liquid splashes and scatters.
blotch noun
An irregular patch or unsightly mark on a surface, typically the skin
hussy noun
An impudent or immoral girl or woman
sissy noun
A person regarded as effeminate or cowardly
sot noun
A habitual drunkard
chuckle nounverb
verb
To laugh quietly or inwardly
limbo noun
An uncertain period of awaiting a decision or resolution; an intermediate state or condition
smash nounverb
verb
Violently break (something) into pieces
cozy adjective
Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
malady noun
A disease or ailment
tamper verb
To interfere with or change something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.
nemesis noun
A long-standing rival; an archenemy
brag verb
To speak in a boastful manner
bizarre adjective
Very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest, amusement, or discomfort.
robust adjective
Strong and healthy; vigorous
aroma noun
A definitive fragrance that is pleasant.
obnoxious adjective
Extremely unpleasant
avenge verb
To Inflict harm in return for (an injury or wrong done to oneself or another)
grasp verb
To seize and hold firmly
euphoria noun
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.
clan noun
A group of close-knit and interrelated families
inscrutable adjective
Difficult to understand
oblivion noun
The state of being forgotten or destroyed
articulate adjective
The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.
flux noun
Hard to keep track of because it is constantly changing.
rejuvenate verb
To make somebody or something look or feel newer or younger
mundane adjective
Ordinary and not interesting or exciting
prestige noun
The good reputation that someone has earned because of their achievments
lackadaisical adjective
Moving slowly and showing little enthusiasm or effort
swindle nounverb
noun
A fraudulent scheme or action
rebuke nounverb
noun
An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism
agitated adjective
Emotionally upset or excited, especially due to worry or anger.
banquet noun
A large formal meal for many people, usually to celebrate a special event.
contempt noun
A strong feeling of dislike or disrespect toward someone or something considered unworthy.
cynical adjective
Mocking or scornful in a way that shows disbelief or contempt.
conduit noun
A person or organization that acts as a medium for transmitting something (like information or money).
deter verb
To prevent (or aim to prevent) the occurrence of something through fear of consequences.
dip nounverb
verb
To lower something briefly into a liquid, typically for a short time.
dull adjective
Not bright, vivid, or shiny; lacking sharpness or luster.
encounter nounverb
noun
A meeting or confrontation, often unexpected or unplanned, between two or more individuals or groups.
hiss nounverb
noun
A sharp sound, like the one made by a snake or steam escaping.
gregarious adjective
Tending to seek and enjoy the company of others, often in social settings.
procrastinate verb
To keep delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring.
intolerable adjective
Causing great discomfort or distress; too extreme or severe to be endured;
lurid adjective
Shockingly vivid or sensational, often in a way that is meant to provoke strong emotions.
repercussions noun
The effects or results of an action, event, or decision, especially those that are unintended or negative.
rinky-dink adjective
Describing something that is low-quality, makeshift, or unimpressive, often used in a dismissive or humorous manner.
tremor noun
A slight shaking movement, such as one caused by an earthquake or instability; also a subtle or faint sign of emotion, such as fear or excitement in the voice or body.
truce noun
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
upshot noun
The final result or outcome of a situation or series of events.
slope noun
A surface where one end or side is at a higher level than another.
pariah noun
An outcast, someone who is disliked and rejected.
operational adjective
Something that is in working order and ready for use.
destitute adjective
poor; not having money, food, home, or possessions.
fuming verb
Feeling, showing, or expressing great anger.
aristocratic adjective
Belonging to a class of people who are at the highest level of society.
premonition noun
A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.