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Bad / Small

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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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Bad / Angry

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Cynical - Mocking or scornful in a way that shows disbelief or contempt.

After being betrayed, she became cynical about love and relationships.

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Other / Light

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radiance - Bright light or inner glow that shines from something or someone

When David saw the ark opened, revealing the Torah scrolls inside, he sensed a radiance of wisdom emanating from them.

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Good / Beautiful

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luxurious - Very comfortable and expensive

The luxurious Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai costs $20,000 a night, and is described as the world's only seven-star hotel.

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Good / Successful

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Justified - Having a valid reason or explanation for an action, belief, or decision.

The police officer’s actions were justified because he was protecting innocent people.

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Bad / Small

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terse - A way of expressing something using a minimum number of words

Bill was very terse in the way he expressed himself, but people understood what he meant by his facial expressions.

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Other / Inward

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Ineffable - Too great, powerful, or beautiful to be described in words.

She felt an ineffable joy when she was reunited with her long-lost brother.

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Good / 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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Other / Wet

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gooey - Soft and sticky

The weird looking snack had a gooey caramel topping.

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Good / Big

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hefty - Large, heavy, and powerful

Compared to Kevin, who was literally half his size, Shaquille looked very hefty.

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Bad / Strange

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weird - Very strange or unexpected

Some scientists warn that global warming could result in weird weather patterns such as more violent hurricanes and more coastal flooding.

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Bad / Dangerous

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Lethal - Capable of causing death; deadly or fatal.

The venom of that snake is so lethal that one bite can be fatal.