chasm -
A wide difference in opinions, interests, or feelings between people or groups, or an actual deep split or gap in the earth.
A chasm of misunderstanding separated the husband and wife after the argument.
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elaborate -
Detailed and complicated in design or planning.
The wedding decorations were incredibly elaborate, with flowers, lights, and crystal chandeliers.
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overt -
Done or shown openly, without any attempt to hide or conceal.
The overt hostility between the two co-workers made everyone in the meeting uncomfortable.
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recess -
A short break or pause, especially in the context of meetings, classes, or work, where activities are temporarily suspended.
The children were excited when recess began, eagerly running outside to play after hours of studying.
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intertwined -
Twisted or woven together, physically or figuratively; closely connected or linked in a complex way.
The vines were intertwined, creating a thick canopy over the garden.
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fragment -
A small piece that's come off a larger whole
When we went on the picnic, we found a fragment of a meteor that had hit that spot thousands of years ago.
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oblique -
Neither parallel nor at a right angle to a specified or implied line; slanting
Tilting at a 45-degree angle, the bonsai tree was oblique compared to the table it sat on.
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slope -
A surface where one end or side is at a higher level than another.
The steep slope of the ski trail meant that the skiing was exciting and a bit dangerous.
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dent -
To make a slight hollow or depression in a surface by impact or pressure.
The car’s door was dented when it was accidentally hit by a shopping cart.
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rift -
A tear causing two parts of something to separate
When Matt found out that his partner had stolen money from the business, it caused a rift in their relationship that could not be fixed.
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contorted -
Twisted or bent out of the normal shape.
Norm knew as soon as he got to the office that he should be careful what he said to the boss, because the boss's face was contorted with anger about something that had happened.
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intricate -
Having many complex and detailed parts that are difficult to understand or analyze.
The artist created an intricate painting with tiny, detailed patterns.
