verb

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Other / Up+Down

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stomp - To step on something with force.

Andy stomped on the small fire that started in the woods when someone dropped a lit cigarette by mistake in the campsite next to his.

adjective

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Bad / Unfriendly

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critical - Expressing disapproval or judgment about something.

The father was always critical of his son's behavior, never saying anything positive, and that did not have a good effect on their relationship.

adjective

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Bad / Disgusting

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lewd - Crude and offensive in a sexual way

Paula made sure to document Joe's lewd comments before reporting him to the human resources department.

noun

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Other / Stop

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impediment - Something that obstructs or slows down progress; a hindrance or obstacle.

His lack of funding was a major impediment to starting his business.

noun

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Bad / Stupid

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moron - A person who acts foolishly or shows poor judgment — someone who makes silly or careless mistakes.

He felt like a moron after locking his keys inside the car.

noun

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Bad / War

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ransom - A sum of money or other payment demanded or paid for the release of a someone held as a prisoner.

The family was able to raise the large sum of money that was demanded as ransom for their son.

adjective

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Good / Beautiful

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swank - Stylishly luxurious and expensive

The swank nightclub, with its luxurious amenities, was worth the expense.

verb

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Other / Inward

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preen - To devote effort to making oneself look attractive and then admire one's appearance

Before every job interview, Fritz would preen himself in the mirror to make sure he looked presentable.

noun

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Other / Shape

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blob - A fat, round drop, usually of something sticky or thick

There exists a certain type of fish that resembles a blob of liquid.

noun

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Other / Light

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glimmer - A weak, faint, or unsteady light

Six hours after the house collapsed on Peter, his first glimmer of hope occurred when he heard the rescue workers calling his name.

adjective

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Bad / Aggressive

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impudent - Rude and not showing respect

The teacher threw Barry out of the classroom because of his impudent, disrespectful behaviour.

noun

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Bad / Disgusting

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stench - A very bad smell

Eve covered her nose so she wouldn't have to smell the stench coming from the trash heap.