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Bad / War

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bestial - Savage, brutal, or cruel in nature or behavior; relating to or resembling beasts; animal-like.

Genghiz Kahn channeled his warriors' bestial behavior to conquer most of Asia in the 13th century.

verb

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Bad / Dishonest

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downplay - To make something seem less important than it really is.

The government downplayed the water crisis, but when the water levels fell too much, they told people to try to use less water.

noun

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Bad / Unfriendly

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spoilsport - Someone who refuses to participate in enjoyable activities, often dampening the mood of others.

He acted like a spoilsport by constantly complaining at the party that he didn't like the food.

adjective

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Bad / Pain

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agonizing - Something that causes great physical or mental pain.

After she took the final exam, it was agonizing to her that for a whole week she wouldn't find out the results.

noun

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Good / Beautiful

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luxury - A condition of abundance, great ease and comfort.

They enjoyed visiting the French Riviera, to parcipate in a lifestyle of luxury even if it was only for a week.

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Other / Entice

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sensual - Describing something that provides physical pleasure, particularly through sight, touch, taste, sound, or smell.

Van Gogh's soft, flowing lines and rich colors create a sensual atmosphere that seems to invite viewers to lose themselves in its beauty.

verb

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Bad / Disgusting

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repel - To cause someone or something to back away to a point of greater distance, usually as a result of a strong feeling of aversion or disgust.

His rude behavior seemed to repel new friends, making it difficult for him to form close relationships.

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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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Good / Smart-Adj

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alert - Awake, watchful, and paying close attention.

The soldier on guard duty had to be constantly alert for signs of enemy activity.

noun

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Good / Strong

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comeback - A situation in which someone or something becomes popular, famous, or successful again after a period of being much less popular,

The basketball team was way behind at halftime, but they had an amazing comeback and won the game.

noun

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Bad / Stupid

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stupidity - A lack of intelligence or the ability to think and understand clearly.

When he reviewed in his mind what led him to this degraded situation, he realized he had no one to blame besides his own stupidity.

adjective

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Bad / Hostile

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intolerant - Refusing to allow others to do or believe things that you don't agree with.

When people try to dialog with others, and both are intolerant of each others' points of view, it often just degenerates into a shouting match, with neither side listening.

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