Embedded -
Inserted as part of something larger or more complex.
A video was embedded in the article to give more context.
audio
74 of785 Good /
Exciting
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Effusive -
Overflowing with emotion or enthusiasm.
He gave everyone an effusive thank-you for the surprise party.
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75 of785 Other /
Other
adjective
vapid -
Offering nothing that is stimulating or challenging
When Artie started a vapid conversation about what he ate for lunch, Troy did his best to not look bored.
audio
76 of785 Other /
Body
adjective
jittery -
Nervous or unable to relax
The double shot iced coffee from Starbucks made Roman so jittery that he couldn't stand still.
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77 of785 Bad /
Weak
adjective
vulnerable -
Leaving oneself open to being hurt
As wealth gets distributed in society, it is most common that the poor are the most vulnerable, financially and physically.
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78 of785 Bad /
Disorganized
adjective
clumsy -
Awkward in movement or in handling things
Andy was so clumsy that he dropped everything he picked up.
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79 of785 Bad /
Old
adjective
clunky -
Awkwardly solid, heavy, and outdated
Jerome's car was clunky and unappealing, but he still decided to keep driving it because he couldn't afford a newer car.
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80 of785 Good /
Flexible
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agile -
Able to move quickly and easily, and be well coordinated.
Bill was always the most agile boy in his high school, but it took hard work and focus to reach the tryouts for the Olympic gymnastic team.
audio
81 of785 Bad /
Crazy
adjective
bonkers -
Mentally unbalanced, mad and crazy, usually meant humorously
There were many long stretches of time that Joan was cooped up in the house with her kids, and it was making her go bonkers.
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82 of785 Other /
Other
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abrupt -
Sudden and unexpected, often in an unpleasant way
The company was not succeeding, mostly because the CEO kept abruptly changing the goals of where the company should be heading, and the methods for achieving those goals.
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83 of785 Other /
Inward
adjective
chintzy -
Stingy and not willing to spend money, or cheap material
Brad was so chintzy when it came to spending money for clothes, that he hadn't bought a new shirt or pants for 10 years.
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84 of785 Good /
Smart
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articulate -
The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.
In the story Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, the country was impressed by how this simple man was so articulate.
