resilient -
To withstand adversity; show a quick recovery following adversity.
The cowboys living in the wild west had to be resilient to survive in an environment of untamed elements.
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measly -
Contemptibly small or few
Considering how expensive the meal was, Nick was angry about the measly amount of food he was given.
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colicky -
Having severe abdominal pain, often caused by spasm, obstruction, or distention of any of the hollow viscera, such as the intestines
Pam's crying baby was colicky because of intestinal problems.
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prim -
Stiffly formal and respectable; feeling or showing disapproval of anything regarded as improper
In Victorian England, women were very prim and proper, never engaging in unladylike behavior.
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Disorganized
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groggy -
Dazed, weak, or unsteady, especially from illness, intoxication, sleep, or a blow
Gina was so groggy from the flu that she couldn't get out of bed.
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Good
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precious -
(of an object, substance, or resource) of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly
Despite its universal presence, water is still one of our most precious resources.
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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.
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Disorganized
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Dicey -
Risky or dangerous; uncertain.
It’s a bit dicey to invest in that startup—it hasn’t proven itself yet.
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Small
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niggling -
Bothersome or persistent especially in a petty or tiresome way
As Nick was leaving the plane, he had a niggling feeling that he was forgetting something in the seat pocket, but he was in too much of a hurry to go back.
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crucial -
Of central and extreme importance
As they left for the plane, the parents knew it was crucial that all the members of the family had their passports.
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Shape
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jagged -
Having rough, sharp points protruding
The broken drinking glasses were no longer usable because the jagged edges could injure someone.
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Disgusting
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seedy -
Sordid and disreputable
The graffiti on the walls was the first sign that this was a seedy neighborhood.
