guru -
A wise personal teacher and spiritual guide.
We all looked up to the head of the therapy center and regard him as a guru when it comes to mental health.
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inflammation -
A physical condition characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain, often as a response to injury or infection.
The redness of the big toe was caused by an infection, and the inflammation was visible and painful.
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Body
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blubber -
The fat of sea mammals, but sometimes also referring to the extra weight of a person
Lewis loved sweets and cake, but he realized it was getting out of hand when he felt the blubber of his belly bulging through his shirt near his waist.
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scoundrel -
Someone who is dishonest. A villain who exploits others for his/ her own benefit.
Granny Perkins realized that the man who pretended to be her friend turned out to be a scoundrel who stole her belongings. .
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Smart
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intuition -
An ability to understand something with your feelings
Liz used her intuition, rather than facts or attraction, to determine whether or not to continue her relationships with guys she dated.
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Friendly
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sidekick -
A person who plays a secondary but crucial role, often helping or supporting someone more prominent.
Batman's loyal sidekick Robin was by his side in countless adventures, offering support and courage.
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Bad
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dreck -
Rubbish; trash
Even though art patrons loved the artist's latest piece, Howie thought it was an overrated piece of dreck.
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Unfriendly
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mockery -
Teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing
"Saturday Night Live" frequently engages in mockery, especially when it comes to impersonating U.S. presidents.
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quorum -
The minimum number of members required to be present in order to conduct official business or make decisions as a group.
In order to pass the new policy, the council needed a quorum of at least 12 members in attendance.
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Exciting
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fervor -
Intense and passionate feeling
On Sundays across the world, churchgoers engage in religious fervor to get closer to God.
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New
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rookie -
A beginner who has little or no experience.
The rookie mountain climbers descended at a safer location than the experts and had additional supervision to ensure their safety while they gained experience.
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Happy
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ecstasy -
Extremely happy
Arnold loved the quiet beauty of the woods and the lake, and it filled him with a feeling of ecstasy.
