stature -
The quality or state of being important or admired based on achievements or reputation
The stature of the company has increased significantly since it went public
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theoretical -
Relating to what is possible or imagined rather than to what is real or known to be true.
Until he started working for a big corporation, all that he had learned in business school was just theoretical.
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Strong
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rugged -
(of ground or terrain) having a broken, rocky, and uneven surface
The rugged terrain was a worthy challenge for the mountain climbers.
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Aggressive
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cutthroat -
Competing with each other in overly aggressive ways
The cutthroat competition between the 2 stores was so intense, that products were selling below cost.
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sophisticated -
Complex or intricate, often in a clever or subtle way.
During World War 2, Alan Turing used a sophisticated machine to decode the German spy codes.
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Disgusting
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lurid -
Shockingly vivid or sensational, often in a way that is meant to provoke strong emotions.
At the trial, the crime scene was described in lurid detail by the detective, making everyone uncomfortable.
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stubborn -
Determined not to change your opinion or attitude
Fred was stubborn as a mule, and never admitted that he could ever make a mistake
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depraved -
Morally bad or evil
When he hit rock bottom, he decided to end his depraved lifestyle, and pull himself up and be a normal and healthy member of society.
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deranged -
Behaving in an uncontrolled or dangerous way because of mental illness
Charles Manson led a group of followers who became mentally deranged as a result of taking too many psychedelic drugs
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gruff -
An impatient, rude, and unfriendly way of speaking
When Professor Barkley's students visited him at his house on his birthday, they could see that behind his usual gruff exterior was a kind and gentle man.
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ineffable -
Too great, powerful, or beautiful to be described in words.
She felt an ineffable joy when she was reunited with her long-lost brother.
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brisk -
Active, fast, and energetic.
The brisk wind made it a great day for kite flying.
