The veterinarian could barely lift up the cat who must have weighed a whopping 80 pounds.
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Other /
Fast
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ephemeral -
Lasting for a very short time
The heart Sandy drew in the sand was ephemeral, only lasting until the waves washed it away.
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Bad /
Crazy
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daffy -
Silly, different, strange, and funny
Fred had a twirled mustache and wore an oddly colored suit, but the town's residents simply viewed him as daffy instead of someone to be afraid of.
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Bad /
Disorganized
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rumpled -
Lacking in order, neatness, and often cleanliness
The rumpled clothes on the floor were an unpleasant sight for the obsessive-compulsive man.
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Other /
Sound
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shrill -
(of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing
June had to plug her ears to avoid hearing the shrill voices of her screaming children.
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Bad /
Dangerous
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pernicious -
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
People used to think that smoking was good for you because it seemed calming, but now we realize that its pernicious effects are deadly over time.
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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 /
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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Other /
Inward
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visceral -
Relating to basic emotions that you feel strongly and automatically
Edith had a visceral feeling of dislike when she met her new manager, and in time his actions showed that she was right from the start.
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Bad /
Weak
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fleeting -
Lasting for a very short time
Life is fleeting, so we have to make sure our time on Earth is well-spent and meaningful.
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Good /
Brave
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plucky -
Having or showing determined courage in the face of difficulties
Mary's plucky personality made her determined to compete in the race despite being confined to a wheelchair.
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Bad /
Attack
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abusive -
Being harsh or violent to another person, verbally or physically.
Samantha knew that she had to leave Jeff, because he was often abusive, both in words or actions - but she was afraid of what he would do to her if she did leave.
