verb

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Other / Sound

audio

shriek - Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement

Wendell shrieked when he found out he was getting his favorite toy for Christmas.

adjective

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Other / Light

audio

overcast - With a sky completely full of clouds

Though the sky was completely overcast, the team arrived at the football field hoping that it would not rain.

verb

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Other / Body

audio

quiver - To tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion

When his mother removed his pacifier, the baby's lips began to quiver before he started to cry.

noun

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Other / Shape

Url audio

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.

adjective

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Good / Smart-Adj

audio

profound - Regarding an idea as being full of deep meaning

Mary loved her philosophy teacher, and the way he expressed profound thoughts in a simple and accessible way

adjective

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Good / Love

Url audio

romantic - Describing actions, gestures, or situations that are intended to convey deep feelings of love, often in a thoughtful or sentimental manner.

He gave her a romantic gift for their anniversary, along with a hand-written letter expressing his love and appreciation.

noun

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Bad / Dishonest

audio

guise - A deceptive appearance that is intended to deceive

Using the guise of helping older women, the thief was initially friendly and then robbed them.

noun

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Bad / Dishonest

Url audio

freeloader - A person who takes advantage of others' generosity or resources without giving anything in return.

The party was full of freeloaders, people who just showed up for the free food and drinks.

noun

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Good / Energy

Url audio

venture - A daring journey or undertaking.

He raised money to fund his venture to make and market his amazing invention.

verb

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Other / Light

Url audio

extinguish - To put out a flame, fire, or light.

She extinguished the candle before leaving the room.

verb

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Other / Move

audio

trek - Go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot

Trekking through the Himalayas will reveal the powerful majesty of nature.

adjective

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Bad / Dirty

audio

murky - Having dark and gloomy atmosphere, usually as a result of a dirty water or a thick mist

Under the murky waters, the aquatic animals were barely visible.