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Bad / Weak

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zonked - Exhausted; tired out

After studying for twelve hours straight, Fred was zonked out.

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Good / Successful

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opportune - Happening at a time that is convenient or likely to produce success.

The weather is great, and it's an opportune moment to plant the seeds in our garden.

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Good / Exciting

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intriguing - Very interesting, especially because of being strange or mysterious

Jim found the study of physics very intriguing, because the more that was explained, the more seemed to be beyond comprehension - such as the origin of the universe.

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Bad / Dishonest

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sneaky - Doing things in a secretive or sly way, often to avoid being noticed or caught.

Before breakfast, Billy was sneaky and ate some cookies when his mother wasn't looking.

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Bad / Stupid

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simplistic - Ignoring the complexity of something by seeing it as much simpler than it really is.

Because the governor had a simplistic view of the reasons behind the demonstrations, he couldn't deal effectively with the many people and issues involved.

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Bad / Disgusting

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hideous - Ugly or disgusting to look at

The Elephant Man was famous for being so hideous that he had to cover his face everywhere he went.

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Bad / Strange

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peculiar - Unusual or odd, often in a way that is distinctive or not easily understood.

She had a peculiar habit of talking to herself while working.

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Good / Smart-Adj

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diligent - Showing care and effort in one's work or duties

The teacher was sure that Max would do well on the law boards because Max was so diligent in his tests and papers.

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Bad / Weak

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fledgling - Referring to a process or person that is new, untested, and lacks experience.

The fledgling peace talks collapsed when the army of one side made a surprise attack.

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Bad / Unhappy

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miffed - Annoy

The job applicant's long-winded answers miffed the interviewer so much that she refused to listen to him further.

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Good / Beautiful

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glorious - Having a striking beauty or splendor that evokes feelings of delighted admiration.

Fred and Jane loved hiking in the mountains because of the glorious views of nature.

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Bad / Weak

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rickety - (of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse

Arnie was terrified when he had to cross the rickety rope bridge that could collapse at any moment.