smack -
Strike (someone or something), typically with the palm of the hand and as a punishment
Batman smacked the villain across the face when he refused to stop his criminal activity.
adjective
1286 of 1582
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Strange
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opinionated -
Unwilling to accept differing viewpoints, even when evidence is presented.
He’s very opinionated and rarely listens to opposing arguments.
adjective
1287 of 1582
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Confused
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thunderstruck -
Extremely surprised or shocked, often speechless due to astonishment.
He stood thunderstruck when he found out that he had won the lottery, and could retire if he invested his money wisely.
adjective
1288 of 1582
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Nervous
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unnerving -
Disturbing or upsetting in a way that makes someone feel anxious or afraid, sometimes leading to a loss of courage, confidence, or composure.
It was an unnerving experience walking alone in the empty and unused area under the highway.
noun
1289 of 1582
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Attack
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sniper -
A skilled military shooter detailed to spot and pick off enemy soldiers from a concealed place
From a long distance, the sniper shot at his target.
noun
1290 of 1582
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Strange
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putz -
A stupid or worthless person
Homer was a putz who couldn't get through the basic tasks of daily life.
adjective
1291 of 1582
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Dislike
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disgust -
A strong feeling of dislike or revulsion.
The news of the cruelty filled him with disgust.
adjective
1292 of 1582
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Nervous
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defensive -
To put oneself in a position that is intended to protect oneself.
One of the challenges of a therapist is to achieve the trust of the patient, and overcome the patient's defensive behavior.
adjective
1293 of 1582
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Dangerous
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incendiary -
Likely to cause fire, violence, strong feelings, or anger.
The prison riot started when some prisoners shouted incendiary remarks in the cafeteria about how awful their living conditions were.
noun
1294 of 1582
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War
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arsenal -
A collection or supply of weapons or tools used for a specific purpose.
The country kept a large arsenal of all kinds of weapons ready in case of war.
noun
1295 of 1582
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Unhappy
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sorrow -
A feeling of deep sadness or grief, especially caused by loss or disappointment.
He felt great sorrow after the passing of his grandmother.
noun
1296 of 1582
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Attack
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treachery -
A violation of allegiance, faith, or confidence; an act of deliberate betrayal.
Shakespeare often describes how royalty is overthrown by acts of treachery.
