prude -
A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity
As a natural prude, Tammy knew she would be very uncomfortable at a nude beach.
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Context -
The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning.
In a different context, his joke might have been actually funny and not offensive.
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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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swagger -
A very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive gait or manner
After getting a makeover, a newly confident Tim walked down the street with a swagger.
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Insatiable -
Impossible to satisfy, especially a strong desire or appetite.
Her insatiable curiosity led her to read every book she could find on the subject.
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Essence -
The core nature or most important quality of something.
The essence of friendship is trust and mutual respect.
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mull -
To think about a proposal or request carefully and at length.
"I understand how much you want a dog", Eileen and John told their kids. "We will mull it over tonight and give you our answer tomorrow."
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Impenetrable -
Difficult or impossible to understand or comprehend; or impossible to pass through or break into.
The fortress had impenetrable walls that protected it from enemy attacks.
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Innate -
Inherent or built-in as a fundamental part of something.
The innate curiosity of children drives them to explore and learn about the world.
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Incentive -
Something that serves as a reason or stimulus for effort or improvement; a reward or motivation that encourages someone to take a specific action.
The company offered a cash incentive to employees who met their sales targets.
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flippant -
Not showing a serious or respectful attitude
Quincy's flippant attitude towards his coworkers and supervisors made him the most likely person to be fired next.
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bashful -
Reluctant to draw attention to oneself; shy
Mark could never be a salesman because of his bashful personality.
