subtle -
Clever and indirect in approach or meaning.
The movie used subtle humor rather than loud, obvious jokes.
adjective
2006 of 3209
Bad /
Dislike
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derogatory -
Showing strong disapproval and not showing respect
After 6 months of singing lessons, she was insulted by what she regarded as derogatory remarks by her friends after she sang at the concert.
adjective
2007 of 3209
Bad /
Bad
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dreadful -
Very bad or unpleasant
Jimmy's mother shouted, 'Shut off that dreadful music or I think it will drive me crazy.'
verb
2008 of 3209
Good /
Big
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skyrocket -
For something to increase very quickly.
Because his hi-tech company had an important patent, Bill saw the company's stock price skyrocket.
adjective
2009 of 3209
Good /
Love
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kindhearted -
Acting with warmth, sympathy, and a desire to help.
He was so kindhearted that he would always give some money to the homeless people on the street.
adjective
2010 of 3209
Good /
Strong
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unscathed -
Without suffering any injury, damage, or harm
Arnold strolled away unscathed from the massive explosion behind him.
adjective
2011 of 3209
Bad /
Afraid
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petrified -
Extremely frightened.
When Arnold realized that someone had electronically stolen his sheet with his 50 passwords to all his accounts, he was petrified, realizing all the harm they could do if he didn't stop them quickly.
adjective
2012 of 3209
Bad /
Disorganized
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makeshift -
Improvised and usually crude – serving a purpose in the short term but lacking durability or quality.
When he lost his shoes in the snowstorm, he tied plastic bags on his feet as makeshift shoes to keep his feet dry.
adjective
2013 of 3209
Bad /
Confused
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dumfounded -
Taken by surprise and suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment.
When we found out that our boss had been fired because he had been caught stealing, we were all dumfounded.
verb
2014 of 3209
Bad /
Delay
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dillydally -
To waste time through aimless wandering or indecision
Beth and Kat dillydallied outside the store instead of going inside and buying something.
adjective
2015 of 3209
Other /
Shape
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proximity -
Being near or close in space or time.
People liked living in the town because of its proximity to many wonderful beaches.
verb
2016 of 3209
Good /
Strong
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withstand -
To remain firm in endurance or opposition.
The night before finals, Mike studied all night and tried very hard to withstand his desire to fall asleep.
