noun

1981 of 2972

Good / Smart

Url audio

feedback - Information or opinions about how well someone is doing something, used for improvement.

Our website asked customers for feedback about what we can do improve to make our service better.

nounverb verb

See noun

1982 of 2972

Bad / Unfriendly

audio

jeer - To mock or demean someone with unkind words or remarks.

Emily got up after tripping over a broken tile in the school yard, and she heard Candy and Belinda jeer at her. Their mocking comments were very hurtful.

nounverb noun

See verb

1983 of 2972

Bad / Unfriendly

audio

hassle - Irritating inconvenience

Long lines at the airport were always an annoying hassle.

nounverb verb

See noun

1984 of 2972

Bad / Small

audio

glimpse - See or perceive briefly or partially

On top of the Empire State Building, Cole could glimpse through the viewfinder the house in Staten Island where he grew up.

nounverb noun

See verb

1985 of 2972

Bad / Pain

Url audio

burden - something you carry or withstand with much difficulty.

Financial debt can be a huge burden on families.

adjective

1986 of 2972

Good / Pleasure

Url audio

palatable - Pleasant or acceptable to what was expected; tasty or enjoyable to eat.

Their walk in the park on a cloudy day wasn't so pleasant, but it was palatable enough for them to feel a bit more rested than before.

nounverb noun

See verb

1987 of 2972

Other / Sound

audio

whine - A long, high-pitched complaining cry

Kay's dog let out a high-pitched whine when he wanted her to pay attention to him.

noun

1988 of 2972

Good / Beautiful

audio

mystique - A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something

For centuries, the mystique surrounding King Tut has fascinated millions of people.

adjective

1989 of 2972

Bad / Uncomfortable

Url audio

aggravating - Causing annoyance, irritation, and frustraton by repeated annoying behavior.

It’s so aggravating when people talk loudly during a movie.

adjective

1990 of 2972

Other / Inward

Url audio

existential - Concerned with the nature and purpose of life and individual freedom.

Climate change poses an existential threat to humanity.

adjective

1991 of 2972

Bad / Disgusting

audio

yucky - Messy or disgusting

To the average child, vegetables are considered extremely yucky.

noun

1992 of 2972

Other / Light

audio

glare - Strong and dazzling light

The glare of the sun can make driving difficult because it obstructs the driver's vision.