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shriek - Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement

Wendell shrieked when he found out he was getting his favorite toy for Christmas.

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Good / Happy

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jubilant - Feeling or expressing great joy, happiness, or triumph.

He was jubilant when he received the news of his promotion.

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Good / Strong

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steadfast - Loyal and devoted, especially in difficult times.

His steadfast commitment to justice earned the mayor great respect.

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Bad / Disgusting

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squalid - (of a place) extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect

Squalid conditions in the apartment forced the police to take the couple's children away.

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stymie - Prevent or hinder the progress of

Polar bears losing their habitat is an unfortunate side effect of action against climate change being stymied.

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jarring - Causing a sudden, unpleasant, or shocking effect.

The loud and sudden fire alarm was jarring in the otherwise quiet neighborhood.

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tingle - A slight prickling or stinging sensation

The jolt of static electricity sent a tingle along Seth's arm that made his hair stand on end.

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slime - A sticky liquid substance that is unpleasant to touch

When Arnold brought his box of snails to class, few people wanted to touch them because of the slime in the box and on their shells

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envy - The desire to have something that someone else has.

She felt a twinge of envy when she saw her friend's vacation photos.

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grasp - Seize and hold firmly

The baby grasped his father's hand in a gesture of affection.

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limp - A tendency to limp; a gait impeded by injury or stiffness

Mike had a bad limp for the past 5 years, and it had been caused when he fell down a flight of stairs.

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imbecile - A person who behaves foolishly or lacks good judgment.

When he fell asleep on the bus, and he ended up in a dangerous part of town at night, he felt like an imbecile.