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1549 of 2001
Good / Smart

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articulate - The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.

In the story Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, the country was impressed by how this simple man was so articulate.

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1550 of 2001
Bad / Aggressive

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stun - Knock unconscious or into a dazed or semiconscious state

The boxer was stunned by his opponent's powerful punch to his face.

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1551 of 2001
Bad / Aggressive

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Bruise - A dark mark on the skin caused by injury or damage.

He fell off his bike and got a bruise on his arm.

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1552 of 2001
Bad / Old

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Arcane - Relating to hidden knowledge, especially in subjects like magic or ancient traditions.

He mastered the arcane art of handcrafting rare musical instruments.

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1553 of 2001
Bad / Crazy

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loony - Crazy or silly

The patients in the mental hospital could be described as loony, but the doctors tried to treat them as normal human beings with normal problems in order to try to help them get better.

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1554 of 2001
Other / Wet

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soggy - Wet and soft

Sasha was left with soggy cereal after she poured too much milk in the bowl.

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1555 of 2001
Good / Smart

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shrewd - Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute

Steve Jobs was a shrewd businessman who saw the digital revolution coming before most people did.

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1556 of 2001
Bad / Weak

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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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1557 of 2001
Bad / Weak

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Capitulate - To give in or stop resisting something, often unwillingly.

Tired of arguing, she capitulated and agreed to go with the group’s plan.

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1558 of 2001
Bad / Unfriendly

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Apathetic - Showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

She was apathetic toward the outcome of the football game and didn’t even watch it.

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1559 of 2001
Good / Beautiful

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florid - Having a red or flushed complexion

Bill Clinton was known for his florid complexion that made him look like he was always blushing.

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1560 of 2001
Other / Move

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lurch - Make an abrupt, unsteady, uncontrolled movement or series of movements; stagger

The town drunk lurched home, never managing to walk a straight line.