Edwin Hubble was mystified why the light analysis of certain stars showed a 'red shift', until he realized that they were entire galaxies moving away from us at tremendous speeds.
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Bad /
Unfriendly
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snide -
Making derogatory or mocking comments about someone in an indirect way
Molly had a bad habit of making snide and sarcastic comments about people she didn't like.
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Bad /
Uncomfortable
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disconcerting -
Making someone feel uncertain, uncomfortable or worried
Linda had a disconcerting habit of speaking before thinking about what she should say.
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Powerless
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hapless -
(especially of a person) unfortunate
Since he was not particularly attractive or interesting, Vinny was a hapless loner at the school dance.
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Smart-Adj
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meticulous -
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
David was so meticulous about his lawn that he made sure every blade of grass was cut at the same height.
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Crazy
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disruptive -
Causing problems or preventing something from continuing smoothly.
During class recess, Joey was always disruptive, and the teacher didn't know quite how to handle it.
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Successful
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fertile -
Able to conceive children or reproduce – used for people, animals, or plants that can easily produce offspring.
The valley was known for its fertile soil, perfect for growing vegetables.
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Strong
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pervasive -
Existing or present everywhere, often in a subtle or unnoticed way; spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
The pervasive smell of fresh coffee filled the entire café, welcoming everyone who entered.
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Beautiful
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regal -
Describing something that is majestic, dignified, or befitting of a monarch, often in terms of appearance, style, or grandeur.
The queen entered the room with a regal air, her every movement exuding grace and authority.
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Other
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superfluous -
More than is needed or wanted
Matt was supremely confident, and he regarded praise from others as superfluous.
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Energy
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unstoppable -
So powerful, determined, or effective that it cannot be halted, defeated, or resisted.
With their star player back, the team were unstoppable, and won one game after another.
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Strange
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inconceivable -
Not capable of being imagined or grasped mentally; unbelievable
When Roger Banister ran the first mile in under 4 minutes, he achieved what people had thought was an inconceivable accomplishment.
