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1429 of 2001
Other / Light

adjective

shrouded - Something that is covered or hidden

Many feel that the real story behind the Kennedy assasination is shrouded in mystery.

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1430 of 2001
Bad / Small

verb

skimp - Expend or use less time, money, or material on something than is necessary in an attempt to economize

When Dana saw the pizza only had tomato sauce and pepperoni, she knew the chef had skimped on the cheese.

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1431 of 2001
Bad / Dishonest

noun

huckster - A person who sells things of questionable value

Martha opened the door to the huckster who tried to sell her land in Florida.

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1432 of 2001
Bad / Bad

adjective

taboo - A subject, word, or action that is avoided for religious or social reasons

In Bill's social circle, to ask anyone how much money they made was a topic that was taboo.

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1433 of 2001
Good / Big

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binge - A short period devoted to indulging in an activity to excess, especially drinking alcohol or eating

Instead of going to work, Nate called in sick and watched an entire season of his favorite show during a Netflix binge of viewing.

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1434 of 2001
Other / Inward

adjective

capricious - Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

It was difficult to identify her true personality, given her capricious behavior.

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1435 of 2001
Bad / Weak

nounverb noun

slump - A sudden severe or prolonged fall in the price, value, or amount of something

The stock market was experiencing a dramatic slump but would probably recover in the future.

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1436 of 2001
Bad / Strange

adjective

raffish - Unconventional and slightly disreputable, especially in an attractive manner

With his numerous tattoos and raffish manner, Adam caught Sherry's eye, although she knew her parents wouldn't approve of him.

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1437 of 2001
Good / Busy

noun

spate - A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession

The politician's falling poll numbers were due to a spate of mistakes on her part.

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1438 of 2001
Bad / Uncomfortable

adjective

skittish - (of an animal, especially of a horse) excitable or easily scared

Bill's horse was especially skittish around people it didn't know, so they had to be careful when Bill's friend Fred wanted to stroke the horse's mane.

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1439 of 2001
Bad / Attack

adjective

vindictive - Having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge

In the pilgrim's nightmare, the vindictive Thanksgiving turkeys sought revenge for being eaten.

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1440 of 2001
Good / Strong

adjective

robust - Strong and healthy; vigorous

Despite being stricken with polio as a child, Teddy Roosevelt overcame his sickness and is regarded as one of our most robust presidents.