After the automobile was invented, the era of the horse and buggy on the streets and roads began to wane
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tepid -
Lacking in heat, strength, or enthusiasm.
The singer's poor performance was met with a tepid reaction from the audience.
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languish -
(of a person or other living thing) lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble
The crops languished in the field after the severe drought.
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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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lethargic -
Lacking energy and not wanting to do anything
Alan's depression made him lethargic, and his lethargy made him depressed.
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dissipate -
To cause something to become weaker until it gradually disappears
Because of his uncontrollable temper, Max dissipated whatever goodwill there had been in the marriage.
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shanty -
A small, crudely built shack
Emily lived in a poor village, and would often wander the streets before returning to her small shanty.
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concede -
To give in or surrender, especially after a struggle or competition.
After they debated for hours , Jim showed tangible proof that he was right, and his friend reluctantly conceded that Jim was right.
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untenable -
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism
With new accusations surfacing every day, though Melissa claimed that she was totally innocent, her hold on her job was becoming increasingly untenable.
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defective -
Having a fault or flaw, not working properly, not meeting the required standard or quality.
Since the car was still under warranty, they were able to replace the defective parts in the car at no cost.
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pushover -
Someone who is easily persuaded or defeated
Goliath thought David was a pushover, but he soon found out how mistaken he was.
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innocuous -
Not harmful or dangerous; safe.
The spider looked scary, but it was completely innocuous and couldn’t bite humans.
