shameful -
Disgraceful behavior that is worthy of blame and shame.
When the teacher found out how many students had cheated on the test, she scolded the class for their shameful behavior.
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pittance -
A very small amount of money, less than what one wanted and expected.
The workers decided to strike because they felt that their wages were a mere pittance compared to what they deserved.
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migrant -
A person that travels to a different country or place, often in order to find work.
He grew up as a migrant worker with his family, always changing locations to find another farm to work on.
adjective
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gruesome -
Causing horror, disgust, and shock - usually dealing with death or injury:
When the policeman visited the scene of the murder, the sight was so gruesome that he couldn't help but go outside and throw up.
verb
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Disorganized
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shuffle -
To move similar things from one position or place to another.
Before he did the card trick, the magician shuffled the cards.
adjective
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Dangerous
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precarious -
Not safe and likely to fall or fail
Jill's spending habits were without bound, and as a result her financial situation was precarious.
adjective
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feeble -
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Warren wanted to lift weights to be healthy, but he was too feeble at his age.
verb
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regress -
To move backward in development or progress, often in a way that suggests deterioration or decline.
After making great strides in therapy, he seemed to regress emotionally after hearing the bad news.
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Unfriendly
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ingratitude -
Lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something.
The politician was surprised by what he felt was ingratitude when his opponent was elected, after all the generous projects he had accomplished while in office.
adjective
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hostile -
To be unfriendly towards someone you see as an enemy
In couples therapy, the first thing Emily tried to do was to get both people to feel less hostile towards each other.
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pushover -
Someone who lacks the ability or inclination to resist, stand firm, or assert themselves.
He thought she would be a pushover in negotiations, but she surprised him with her firm stance and clear boundaries.
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dab -
Press against something lightly with a piece of absorbent material in order to clean or dry it
Carol dabbed the wet dish with a cloth after she cleaned it.
