borderline -
Unclear and uncertain whether something is in one category or another.
Because she was only a borderline diabetic, she didn't need insulin shots, and could maintain her blood-sugar level through diet and by staying away from sweets.
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Beautiful
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opulent -
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish
Debra couldn't believe her eyes when she saw the opulent dining room with its brilliant chandelier and gold-plated china.
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Disorganized
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scraggly -
(of a person or animal) thin and bony
With his toothpick-sized arms, Terence was too scraggly to be on the wrestling team.
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Friendly
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chummy -
On friendly terms; friendly
Best friends since the 5th grade, Hank and Walter were very chummy with each other.
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Smart
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adept -
Highly skilled or proficient at something.
He is adept at using graphic design software.
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Afraid
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intimidated -
Afraid because a person feels less powerful.
Marge didn't like the way her boss treated her, but because she knew her boss could fire her, she was intimidated and didn't speak up.
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Bad
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gruesome -
Causing horror, disgust, and shock - usually dealing with death or injury:
When the policeman visited the scene of the murder, the sight was so gruesome that he couldn't help but go outside and throw up.
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Successful
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viral -
Becoming extremely popular in a short period of time; spreading quickly and widely, especially on the internet or social media.
When she put on social media a video of her baby using the computer, it went viral in just a few hours.
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Successful
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outstanding -
Exceptionally good or impressive; remarkable in quality or performance.
The band's performance was absolutely outstanding—they got a standing ovation.
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Good
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sacred -
Something that is considered to be of divine or religious significance, often regarded with deep respect and reverence.
The ancient temple was a sacred site, where people traveled from all over the world to see.
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Uncomfortable
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swollen -
Enlarged beyond normal size, often due to injury, infection, or inflammation.
Her eyes were swollen from crying all night.
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Big
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hifalutin -
Expressed in or marked by the use of language that is elaborated or heightened by artificial or empty means
The banker came down to the farm with his fancy and hifalutin words, but Xavier knew the bank just wanted to take his land away.
