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crater - A large, round hole in the ground caused by an explosion or impact (like a meteorite).

The moon’s surface is covered in countless craters from ancient collisions.

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Good / Happy

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exuberance - An overflowing abundance of enthusiasm or joy.

The children's exuberance was contagious as they ran around the playground laughing.

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Bad / Nervous

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fuss - A display of unnecessary or excessive excitement, activity, or interest

The baby would make a fuss every time his parents would try to take a picture of him.

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Other / Light

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glint - A small flash of light, especially as reflected from a shiny surface

Through the open door, the dog could see a glint of light peeking through.

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Bad / Afraid

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nightmare - A very bad dream, or an event that is like a bad dream

Mr. and Mrs. Brown thought their cruise on the Diamond Princess would be wonderful, but it turned into a nightmare when the Coronavirus broke out on the ship.

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Bad / Weak

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malaise - A societal or group-wide sense of dissatisfaction or stagnation, often in politics or economics.

There was a growing malaise among the population due to rising prices and unemployment.

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Good / Brave

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warrior - A person with courage and the inclination to fight and win

When Arnold became head of Sales, he used the warrior inside himself to win every sale, large or small.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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tiff - A petty quarrel, especially one between friends or lovers

Calvin and Susie always had loud tiffs over minor issues.

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Bad / Strange

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hillbilly - A person from a rural, mountainous area of the United States, especially the Appalachians. Can be used in an insulting manner.

The hillbilly family made a store in Alabama, and its theme is that the families in rural America may not be sophisticated, but they have a big heart and close family ties.

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Good / Strong

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clout - Influence or power, especially in politics or business

The speaker realized he had clout when dozens of people showed up on short notice to hear him speak.

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agenda - A list or outline of things to be considered or done

Angela was frustrated by not able to bring up the subject of raises at the company meeting, because the topic was not on the agenda.

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lust - A powerful urge or longing – a deep-seated drive that can sometimes lead to irrational or impulsive behavior, often of a sexual nature.

He liked reading the old story about the prince who had a lust for power that drove him to betray even his closest allies.