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1945 of 2001
Other / Other

nounverb noun

spoof - A humorous imitation of something, typically a film or a particular genre of film, in which its characteristic features are exaggerated for comic effect

During the 2016 election season, Kate McKinnon would act in a spoof where she portrayed Hillary Clinton.

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1946 of 2001
Bad / Small

noun

munchkin - A child or short person

Nikki wanted to have more responsibilities, but her mother told her she was just a munchkin who wasn't ready yet.

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1947 of 2001
Bad / Small

noun

chink - A narrow opening or crack, typically one that admits light

From inside the cave, a narrow chink appeared that allowed a view of the outside.

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1948 of 2001
Bad / Disorganized

noun

turmoil - A state of agitation or turbulence.

The turmoil caused by the rush of water going in all directions over the rapids was dangerous for swimmers.

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1949 of 2001
Good / Good

adjective

classy - Something that is attractive and of excellent quality

Gabe and Ruth loved going to the classy hotel, because they found that everything there was done just right.

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1950 of 2001
Other / Other

nounverb verb

martyr - Kill (someone) because of their beliefs

The priest was martyred by the government for spreading his religious beliefs to nonbelievers.

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1951 of 2001
Good / Love

verb

enchant - To cause someone to have feelings of great delight or pleasure.

For many decades, Queen Elizabeth has been able to enchant countless people with her charm.

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1952 of 2001
Good / Exciting

nounverb noun

thrill - A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure

Harlan Coben is one of the bestselling writers today because of the constant thrills he provides to readers.

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1953 of 2001
Other / Body

nounverb noun

slouch - A lazy, drooping posture or movement

Sitting in a slouch while hunched over a computer is a common problem today.

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1954 of 2001
Bad / Small

adjective

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.

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1955 of 2001
Bad / Bad

noun

rubbish - Waste material; refuse or litter

The sidewalk was piled with rubbish that overflowed from the trash cans.

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1956 of 2001
Bad / Aggressive

verb

quell - Put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force

The peasants' rebellion against the king was quelled as soon as his army massacred hundreds of them.