inertia -
Resistance to change, effort, or progress in a situation, system, or organization.
The company’s inertia in adapting to new technology led to its downfall.
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intensity -
Great energy, strength, and concentration involving an activity, thought, or feeling.
During the war, the intensity of the battles decreased in the winter when it was just too cold to fight.
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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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hype -
Extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion, that often turns out to be false
Todd spread the hype that his party was going to be the event of the year, but only a few people showed up.
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repertoire -
The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.
As a chef, she had an impressive repertoire of recipes, ranging from traditional dishes to innovative creations.
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neophyte -
Someone inexperienced who is just starting out in a field or area, a beginner or novice, especially someone new to a skill, subject, or activity.
As a neophyte to programming, she found the first few lessons challenging but exciting.
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glutton -
An excessively greedy eater
Danny was a glutton who spent all of his free time eating.
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extravaganza -
An elaborate and spectacular entertainment or production
The extravaganza before the Olympics featured brilliant fireworks that could be seen for miles.
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vibes -
A person's emotional state or the atmosphere of a place as communicated to and felt by others
Nia got some bad vibes before stepping inside the haunted house.
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Unhappy
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distress -
A state of extreme sorrow, pain, or suffering.
His face showed signs of distress during the tough exam.
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Pleasure
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aroma -
A definitive fragrance that is pleasant.
Sarah inhaled the delicious aroma of the fresh coffee, savoring its promise of warmth and flavor. The smell evoked special memories of home.
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truce -
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
The two countries called a truce in order to start negotiations in the hope of ending the conflict.
