Sam took boxing lessons, hoping that it would strengthen him physically and emotionally, so he could improve his generally wimpy attitude towards challenging situations.
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26 of785 Bad /
Bad
adjective
perverse -
Showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable, often in spite of the consequences
Sam often acted in perverse ways around the office, such as threatening his coworkers.
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27 of785 Good /
Good
adjective
superb -
Excellent
BMWs are known for their precise handling and superb performance.
audio
28 of785 Bad /
Strange
adjective
inscrutable -
Difficult to understand
Martha always had an inscrutable smile, and Joe could never figure out if she loved or even liked him or not.
audio
29 of785 Bad /
Boring
adjective
humdrum -
Activity, work or routine that is boring, monotonous or unexciting.
For centuries, doing the laundry was a humdrum part of daily life, mainly for women.
audio
30 of785 Good /
Beautiful
adjective
posh -
Elegant or stylishly luxurious
For a high enough price, people can stay in posh hotel rooms and indulge themselves.
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31 of785 Good /
New
adjective
newfangled -
Different from what one is used to; objectionably new
Ruth just wanted to see the newest pictures of her grandson, but she couldn't figure out this newfangled thing called e-mail.
audio
32 of785 Bad /
Weak
adjective
lethargic -
Lacking energy and not wanting to do anything
Alan's depression made him lethargic, and his lethargy made him depressed.
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33 of785 Good /
Pleasure
adjective
cushy -
(of a job, task, or situation) undemanding, easy, or secure
With its casual dress code and lack of supervision, Jeff knew he had found the perfect cushy job.
audio
34 of785 Bad /
Weak
adjective
meek -
Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive
The meek dog was afraid to do anything without its' owner's permission.
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35 of785 Bad /
Stupid
adjective
Picture
Clueless -
Lacking knowledge, understanding, or awareness about something.
I was clueless during the math test—I hadn’t studied at all.
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36 of785 Other /
Sound
adjective
raucous -
Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise
At the World Cup, the Americans in the audience let out a raucous roar every time their team scored a goal.
