60 words & definitions
| bobble |
To lose one's grip (on a ball) (verb)
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| muffle |
To make (a sound) quieter : to decrease the noise made by (something) (verb)
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| slink |
To move smoothly and quietly with gliding steps, in a stealthy or sensuous manner (verb)
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| slither |
To move smoothly over a surface with a twisting or oscillating motion (verb)
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| sully |
To damage the purity or integrity of something; to defile. (verb)
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| ilk |
Referring to a certain type of people, usually in a negative sense (noun)
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| ruckus |
A disturbance or commotion (noun)
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| skirmish |
A brief and usually unplanned fight during a war (noun)
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| glossy |
Shiny and smooth (adjective)
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| squeamish |
(of a person) easily made to feel sick, faint, or disgusted, especially by unpleasant images, such as the sight of blood (adjective)
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| frivolous |
Not having any serious purpose or value (adjective)
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| audacious |
To be very confident and daring : very bold and surprising or shocking (adjective)
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| dilemma |
A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, especially equally undesirable ones (noun)
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| abysmal |
A deplorable, poor or inferior state. (adjective)
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| harrowing |
Intensely distressing (adjective)
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| toggle |
To switch from one effect, feature, or state to another by using a toggle (verb)
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| niche |
A small part of a larger whole that is particularly appropriate for the situation (noun)
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| pernicious |
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. (adjective)
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| blot |
To stain with a discoloring substance. (verb)
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| prevail |
To prove more powerful than opposing forces; to win and be victorious (verb)
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| indiscreet |
Saying something that should be private, showing a lack of judgment, (adjective)
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| exploit |
To take unfair advantage of (verb)
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| abandon |
To leave someone or something behind permanently or without intending to return. (verb)
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| abuse |
To speak to someone in an insulting or offensive way. (verb)
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| surge |
A sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the waves or tide (noun)
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| peek |
A quick and typically furtive look (noun)
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| scheme |
A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect, often through deceptive means (noun)
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| adamant |
Firm and unshakable in attitude or belief, even when questioned by others. (adjective)
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| bandit |
A robber or outlaw, especially one who is part of a group and operates in remote or wild areas. (adjective)
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| bargain |
To try to reach an agreement through discussion and compromise. (verb)
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| breakthrough |
A sudden, important discovery or development. (noun)
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| browse |
To look at various items or information, often to find something of interest. (verb)
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| buffer |
A person or thing that reduces shock or impact. (noun)
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| crisp |
Firm and dry (food); cool and fresh (weather) (adjective)
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| elaborate |
Detailed and complicated in design or planning. (adjective)
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| embark |
To start or engage in a new project, activity, or course of action. (verb)
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| erroneous |
Misleading or false in belief, statement, or action. (adjective)
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| eventually |
Something that happens in the end, especially after a delay or a long time. (adjective)
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| hobby |
A personal interest or pastime that brings enjoyment and relaxation. (noun)
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| lament |
To mourn or grieve for someone or something lost. (verb)
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| leeway |
The amount of freedom or flexibility given to make decisions or changes. (noun)
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| mighty |
Having great power or strength — physically or mentally strong. (adjective)
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| maneuver |
To carefully guide or manipulate (someone or something) in order to achieve an end. (verb)
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| overt |
Done or shown openly, without any attempt to hide or conceal. (adjective)
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| pinnacle |
The highest point or peak of something, usually representing the peak of success or achievement. (noun)
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| refuge |
A place of safety or retreat that is well-designed, cultured, and comfortable, offering both peace and style. (noun)
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| reinforce |
To make something stronger or more powerful, often by adding additional resources, effort, or structure. (verb)
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| replenish |
To fill something or restore it to its original level, especially after it has been used or diminished. (verb)
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| unnerving |
Disturbing or upsetting in a way that makes someone feel anxious or afraid, sometimes leading to a loss of courage, confidence, or composure. (adjective)
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| usurp |
To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force; to seize or assume something without the right to do so. (verb)
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| versatile |
Capable of doing many things well; multi-talented (adjective)
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| ravenous |
Extremely hungry; eager or craving something in an intense or insatiable way. (adjective)
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| wisecrack |
A clever or witty remark, often sarcastic or humorous; s short, sharp, or mocking comment made in a casual or playful way. (noun)
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| grimy |
Covered by dirt, dust, grease, or filth. (adjective)
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| unforgiving |
Not making an allowance for error or weakness in others; not willing to forgive others for things they might have done wrong. (adjective)
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| snore |
To breathe in a very noisy way through the nose and mouth while sleeping. (verb)
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| futility |
the quality being ineffective, useless, unsuccessful, and achieving nothing. (noun)
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| responsible |
To have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it (adjective)
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| irresponsible |
Not thinking enough or not worrying about the possible results of what you do (adjective)
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| hiatus |
A temporary gap, pause, break, or absence when something stops happening. (noun)
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