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seethe verb
To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger.
shimmer verb
To shine in such a way that the light seems to glow and shake slightly
shirk verb
To avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility.
shrivel verb
To wrinkle and contract, usually due to light, heat, and loss of moisture
shrug verb
To raise one's shoulders slightly and momentarily to express doubt, ignorance, or indifference
shudder verb
To tremble and shake, typically as a result of fear
shuffle verb
To move similar things from one position or place to another.
shun verb
To persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something) through antipathy or caution
segue verb
To move without stopping from one activity, topic, song, etc., to another.
sham noun
A thing that is not what it is purported to be
shambles noun
A state of total disorder
shanty noun
A small, crudely built shack
shebang noun
A matter, operation, or set of circumstances
shenanigans noun
Secret or dishonest activity or maneuvering
shindig noun
A large, lively party, especially one celebrating something
showdown noun
A final test or confrontation intended to settle a dispute
shmo noun
A stupid person
shrew noun
A woman who is argumentative, nagging, and ill tempered.
shriek nounverb
verb
Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement
scuzzy adjective
Dirty and unpleasant
seedy adjective
Sordid and disreputable
shabby adjective
In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care
shoddy adjective
Badly made or done
shrewd adjective
Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute
shrill adjective
(of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing
seep verb
For a liquid to flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes
shoo verb
To make a person or animal go away by making noices and waving one's arms at them.
shatter verb
To break or cause to break suddenly and violently into pieces
shred verb
To tear or cut into shreds
serene adjective
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil
shiver verb
(of a person or animal) To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited
shaky adjective
Weak and unstable
seductive adjective
Very tempting
shackle verb
Something that prevents freedom of movement, literally or figuratively
shard noun
A sharp piece of broken glass, metal, or other hard substance
shrouded adjective
Something that is covered or hidden
shriek nounverb
noun
A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream
secondhand adjective
Referring to items or goods that are not new but have been owned or used by another person before.
semblance noun
The way something appears on the surface, often without revealing the true nature or reality behind it.
senile adjective
Used to describe behavior, mental states, or conditions associated with aging, especially when a person becomes forgetful or confused.
sensual adjective
Describing something that provides physical pleasure, particularly through sight, touch, taste, sound, or smell.
sever verb
Often used in reference to actions that result in the separation of parts, pieces, or relationships.
shackles noun
A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement.
shame noun
The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace.
sheen noun
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained.
shock nounverb
noun
A jarring event that causes surprise, disbelief, or emotional disturbance.
shortchange verb
To intentionally or unintentionally deprive someone of what they deserve or expect.
shortcut noun
A simplified way to complete a task, often by bypassing steps in a process; or a path or way that reduces the usual time or distance required to reach a destination.
shortfall noun
An insufficient amount of something necessary, such as funds or supplies.
sentimental adjective
Having a strong emotional attachment to memories or things.
serendipity noun
A happy or lucky outcome that arises out of seemingly random events.
shock nounverb
verb
To cause someone to feel surprised and upset.
shame verb
To publicly disgrace or dishonor someone, making them feel humiliated or guilty.
shortcoming noun
A fault or weakness that makes someone or something less successful or effective than they should be.
shellshocked adjective
Being confused and disorientd because of a sudden alarming and frightening experience.
selfless adjective
Concerned more with the needs, happiness, and wishes of others than with one's own; unselfish.
shorthanded adjective
Not having the usual or necessary number of workers or helpers to get something done.
seduce verb
To lead astray usually by persuasion or false promises
shameless adjective
Not ashamed about something that others generally consider unacceptable
shameful adjective
Disgraceful behavior that is worthy of blame and shame.