apathetic -
Showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
She was apathetic toward the outcome of the football game and didn’t even watch it.
verb
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Dangerous
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detonate -
To cause something to explode suddenly and violently.
One small spark is enough to detonate a barrel of fireworks.
noun
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Confused
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amnesia -
A total or partial loss of memory
When the criminal was interrogated by the police about the crime, he pretended he had amnesia.
adjective
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Energy
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virile -
A man being full of sexual strength and energy in a way that is considered attractive
Many women like Russel Crowe's virile energy as depicted in the movie Gladiator.
noun
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Good /
Smart
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scrutiny -
Careful examination of someone or something
Sam didn't want to be considered for the position of Secretary of Defense because he didn't want to be subjected to the scrutiny of Congress that is part of the application process.
noun
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Good /
Beautiful
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trinket -
A small decorative object, or a piece of jewelry that is cheap or of low quality:
Sara remembered how when she and Bill were 14 years old, he gave her a trinket for her birthday, and how she treasured it though it had no monetary value.
verb
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Sound
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mutter -
To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation
After being yelled at by his boss, Ken muttered under his breath about how he hated his job.
verb
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Bad /
Weak
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wilt -
To become limp through heat, loss of water, or disease, regarding something such as a plant, leaf, or flower.
The once-beautiful rose had wilted in the overwhelming summer heat.
verb
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Old
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creak -
To show weakness or frailty under strain.
When Willie got into his 90's, he felt he could almost hear his bones creak when he walked.
adjective
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Powerless
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fawning -
Acting overly eager to please someone, especially someone in power.
The assistant was always fawning over the boss, immediately doing his every wish, hoping to get a promotion.
verb
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Bad /
Unfriendly
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disrupt -
To interrupt the normal flow or process of something.
The sound of people screaming at each other outside the school disrupted the teacher’s lecture.
noun
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Other /
Inward
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sanctuary -
A location where one can find protection, safety, or peace, often from danger or persecution.
The hotel on the mountain was considered a sanctuary, where people could find peace in a busy world.
