verb

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Bad / Unhappy

audio

yelp - Utter a short sharp cry of pain or alarm

The football player yelped in pain after spraining his ankle.

adjective

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Bad / Old

audio

musty - Having a stale, moldy, or damp smell

The old books were priceless but gave off a musty smell due to their age.

verb

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Good / Successful

audio

prosper - To succeed in material terms; be financially successful

Scrooge McDuck had prospered so much in life that he had an entire room of his house that held all of his money.

noun

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Good / Friendly

audio

banter - The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks

The typical talk show features friendly banter between the guests and the host.

adjective

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Good / Exciting

audio

exhilerating - Making you feel very happy, excited, and full of energy

Martha found painting exhilerating, because she could express what she saw and felt in images and colors.

verb

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Other / Fast

Url audio

expedite - To complete or process something quickly and efficiently.

He asked the clerk to expedite his passport application because of his urgent travel needs.

adjective

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Bad / Small

audio

skimpy - (of clothes) short and revealing

Ami's father said firmly that he wouldn't letter her go to the beach in the skimpy bathing suit she had just bought.

verb

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Good / Smart

audio

delve - To research or make painstaking inquiries into something

In his research for his book about George Washington, the author delved into the details of his life and presidency.

noun

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Bad / Strange

audio

putz - A stupid or worthless person

Homer was a putz who couldn't get through the basic tasks of daily life.

adjective

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Good / Big

Url audio

exhaustive - Thorough and complete; covering all possibilities or details, leaving nothing out; including everything relevant.

After an exhaustive search, they finally found the missing files.

adjective

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Bad / Hostile

audio

surly - Bad-tempered and unfriendly

Penny's friendly nature was no match for the surly interviewer who never smiled back.

noun

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Good / Strong

Url audio

impunity - Freedom from negative consequences or accountability for one’s actions.

The dictator ruled with impunity, silencing anyone who opposed him.