louse -
A person or thing that causes trouble or harm; or a small, parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of animals, typically living in hair or fur.
He’s a real louse, never available when you need him, and always offering a stupid excuse.
verb
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Smart
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rectify -
To make something right, especially by removing errors or mistakes made previously.
At the scene of the accident, he tried to rectify the result of his careless driving by apologizing, but the owner of the other car was too upset to listen.
noun
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Dangerous
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precipice -
A very sleep side of a cliff or a mountain.
At the top of the mountain, they gasped when they looked over the precipice in front of them.
noun
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Happy
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mirth -
Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter
The night was full of mirth as the friends laughed at each other's jokes.
verb
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Other /
Other
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spoof -
Imitate (something) while exaggerating its characteristic features for comic effect
The "Naked Gun" movies spoofed police dramas by including jokes and gags.
adjective
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Energy
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energized -
Full of energy and enthusiasm, feeling ready to accomplish something big
After running 20 miles a day all year, Allen felt energized to do very well in the marathon.
noun
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Bad /
Mistake
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boondoggle -
Work or activity that is wasteful or pointless but gives the appearance of having value
When the funds dried up before the bridge could be finished, it turned into an expensive boondoggle that couldn't transport anybody.
verb
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Bad /
Dishonest
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deceive -
To mislead or trick someone, especially for personal gain.
Don’t try to deceive me — I know what really happened.
adjective
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Bad /
Disgusting
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dank -
Disagreeably damp, musty, and typically cold
Samuel wiped the moisture off of his shoes and shivered as he walked across the dank basement.
adjective
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Light
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radiant -
Shining, full of light, glowing brightly
New York City at night looks radiant with its buildings full of light.
noun
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Bad /
Uncomfortable
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grimace -
An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement
Rowan made a grimace when he saw the disgusting plate of food given to him.
adjective
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Other /
Fast
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ephemeral -
Lasting for a very short time brief.
Fame on social media can be ephemeral, disappearing as quickly as it starts.
