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Bad / Dishonest

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indefensible - Unable to be defended, justified, accepted, or excused.

When he said that he robbed the store by mistake, the judge felt that statement was indefensible, and pronounced him guilty.

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innate - Inherent or built-in as a fundamental part of something.

The innate curiosity of children drives them to explore and learn about the world.

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Bad / Stupid

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hokey - Mawkishly sentimental

"It's a Wonderful Life" is considered hokey and superficial by many people, but it never fails to bring a tear to the eye.

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Good / Energy

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avid - Showing a keen desire or craving for something.

He showed avid interest in learning how to play the guitar, and practiced several hours a day.

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Bad / Dangerous

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risky - Denoting something that exposes someone to risk, often requiring careful consideration or caution before proceeding.

Investing in stocks can be risky, especially if the market is volatile and unpredictable.

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Bad / Small

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provincial - Having a narrow or limited perspective, often associated with rural or less cosmopolitan viewpoints.

His provincial views on politics seemed out of touch with the broader, more progressive ideas that were popular.

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Good / Strong

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mandatory - Compulsory or obligatory, not voluntary – enforced by an authority.

Attendance at the safety meeting is mandatory for all employees.

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Bad / Bad

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dreadful - Very bad or unpleasant

Jimmy's mother shouted, 'Shut off that dreadful music or I think it will drive me crazy.'

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Other / Inward

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insular - Narrow-minded or unwilling to accept new ideas or influences from outside sources.

Growing up in an insular community, she was shocked by the diversity of the big city.

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Bad / Crazy

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hysterical - Having uncontrolled extreme emotion

When Amy found out that her house had been destroyed by the tornado, she broke down into hysterical crying, and could not be comforted for hours.

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Bad / Uncomfortable

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disconcerting - Making someone feel uncertain, uncomfortable or worried

Linda had a disconcerting habit of speaking before thinking about what she should say.

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Other / Light

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blurry - Not clear or sharp in appearance; unfocused.

The picture came out blurry because the camera moved.