Devoid -
Not possessing a quality or element typically expected.
Her apology seemed devoid of sincerity, and their relationship did not recover after her negative behavior.
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Successful
adjective
miraculous -
So amazingly successful, that it almost seems to be a result of a miracle.
After the polio epidemic of 1952 that infected 60,000 children, the Salk vaccine introduced in 1955 seems like a miraculous protection.
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Aggressive
adjective
defiant -
refusing to obey authority, sometimes even to the point of refusing to accept criticism.
Lars was a defiant child who always refused to obey his parents.
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Dishonest
adjective
devious -
Showing a skillful use of dishonest tactics to achieve goals.
It took a while for the District Attorney to realize that the politician was using devious methods to hide the fact that he was taking bribes.
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Stupid
adjective
pointless -
Having no purpose, and is not worth doing
Though Bill's parents wanted him to be a doctor, he didn't find it interesting, and hated the sight of blood, so he thought it was pointless to apply to medical school.
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Inward
adjective
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austere -
Strictly simple and plain without decoration
The Amish have an austere and simple lifestyle, but it doesn't negatively affect their inner warmth and communal joy.
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Brave
adjective
gutsy -
Showing courage, determination, and spirit
Malala Yousafzai's gutsy attempt to pursue an education despite being attacked by the Taliban is a profile in courage.
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Bad
adjective
morbid -
To be too interested with unpleasant subjects, especially death
Lester had a morbid fascination with cemeteries and funeral halls.
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Inward
adjective
fickle -
Changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection.
Tom's friends claimed he was being too fickle about what he wanted in a wife, but he was sure that Mrs. Right was just around the corner.
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Old
adjective
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Decadent -
Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline.
The ancient empire became decadent before it eventually fell.
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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.
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Smart
adjective
eloquent -
To speak beautifully, clearly, and effectively.
The Roman statesman Cicero was famous for his eloquent speeches.
