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 of2001 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 of2001 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 of2001 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 of2001 Bad /
Crazy
adjective
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 of2001 Other /
Wet
adjective
soggy -
Wet and soft
Sasha was left with soggy cereal after she poured too much milk in the bowl.
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1555 of2001 Good /
Smart
adjective
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 of2001 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 of2001 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 of2001 Bad /
Unfriendly
adjective
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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 of2001 Good /
Beautiful
adjective
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 of2001 Other /
Move
verb
lurch -
Make an abrupt, unsteady, uncontrolled movement or series of movements; stagger
The town drunk lurched home, never managing to walk a straight line.