rebuke -
Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions
The boss rebuked his employee's behavior with a stern warning.
verb
1322 of 1579
Bad /
Disgusting
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repel -
To cause someone or something to back away to a point of greater distance, usually as a result of a strong feeling of aversion or disgust.
His rude behavior seemed to repel new friends, making it difficult for him to form close relationships.
verb
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1323 of 1579
Bad /
Small
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glimpse -
See or perceive briefly or partially
On top of the Empire State Building, Cole could glimpse through the viewfinder the house in Staten Island where he grew up.
adjective
1324 of 1579
Bad /
Dishonest
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contrived -
Artificial and difficult to believe.
Fred was still considered a prime suspect, because his story about what he did the night of the crime sounded contrived to the detective who interviewed him.
verb
1325 of 1579
Bad /
Mistake
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flub -
To fail or make a mistake
The outfielder flubbed the catch when the baseball flew past him.
adjective
1326 of 1579
Bad /
Disgusting
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crass -
Lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence
Nobody liked being around Daniel because of his crass behavior and disregard for people's feelings.
adjective
1327 of 1579
Bad /
Unfriendly
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indifferent -
Not showing or feeling interest or concern about something.
In the 1700's, the upper classes were generally indifferent to the suffering and hunger of the poor.
verb
1328 of 1579
Bad /
Weak
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wane -
To become weaker in strength or influence
After the automobile was invented, the era of the horse and buggy on the streets and roads began to wane
adjective
1329 of 1579
Bad /
Aggressive
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autocratic -
Demanding total obedience and control, often in a domineering way.
The king ran his government in an autocratic manner, refusing to take advice or hear feedback from anybody else.
noun
1330 of 1579
Bad /
Old
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hovel -
A small, squalid, unpleasant, or simply constructed dwelling
Almost hidden behind the foliage was a worn-down hovel that provided little more than a roof over somebody's head.
noun
1331 of 1579
Bad /
Strange
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mutt -
A dog with parents of different breeds
Being a mix of a Pomeranian and a Husky, the dog was usually referred to as a mutt, perhaps making its owners love it all the more.
adjective
1332 of 1579
Bad /
Strange
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outrageous -
Shockingly bad or excessive
The model's looks and confidence couldn't hide the fact that his outfit was outrageously ugly.
