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60 words & definitions

trounce verb
To defeat heavily in a contest
trudge verb
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions
tussle verb
Engage in a vigorous struggle or scuffle
tweak verb
To twist or pull something with a small sharp movement
twinge noun
A small, sudden, sharp localized pain
twitch noun
A short, sudden jerking or convulsive movement
trickle verb
(of a liquid) flow in a small stream
tumble verb
(typically of a person) fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong
twang verb
An accent or voice that identifies the person from being part of a sub-culture
tycoon noun
A wealthy, powerful person in business or industry
uncanny adjective
Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way
tremble verb
To shake involuntarily, typically as a result of fear or weakness.
trek verb
Go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot
twinkle verb
(of a star or light, or a shiny object) To shine with a gleam that varies repeatedly between bright and faint
tyranny noun
Cruel and oppressive government or rule
trite adjective
(of a remark, opinion, or idea) overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality or freshness
turmoil noun
A state of agitation or turbulence.
trivial adjective
Of little value or importance
trivia noun
Details, considerations, or pieces of information of little importance or value
turbulent adjective
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm
undercut verb
To sell goods or services at a lower price than your competitors
treacherous adjective
Hazardous or extremely dangerous conditions.
tumultuous adjective
Making a loud, confused noise; uproarious
trepidation noun
A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
travesty noun
A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something
unconscionable adjective
Not right or reasonable
uncouth adjective
(of a person or their appearance or behavior) lacking good manners, refinement, or grace
trinket noun
A small decorative object, or a piece of jewelry that is cheap or of low quality:
treason noun
The act of betraying one's country
tug verb
To pull with a lot of force
underling noun
A person with a lower rank or status
trophy noun
An object that is given as a prize for winning a competition
undermine verb
To gradually weaken the authority or ability of a person or organization
trickle noun
A small flow of liquid
tumble noun
A sudden or headlong fall
twang noun
A strong ringing sound such as that made by the plucked string of a musical instrument or a released bowstring
trek noun
A long arduous journey, especially one made on foot
unassuming adjective
Not wanting to draw attention to yourself or to your abilities or status.ng time.
traverse verb
To move back and forth over an area, often in search or exploration.
tremor noun
A slight shaking movement, such as one caused by an earthquake or instability; also a subtle or faint sign of emotion, such as fear or excitement in the voice or body.
trend noun
A general direction in which something is developing or changing over time, such as a popular style or activity, especially in fashion, technology, or culture.
tricky adjective
Difficult to deal with or do, often requiring skill or caution, sometimes being deceptive or misleading, making it appear different from what it really is.
troubling adjective
Causing worry, distress, or concern.
truce noun
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
twiddle verb
To turn or twist something with the fingers, usually in a casual or nervous way.
ultimatum noun
A firm warning, often with consequences if the demand isn’t met.
unbecoming adjective
Unflattering or unattractive, especially in clothing or actions.
underhanded adjective
Dishonest or sneaky, often done in a secret or deceitful way.
undermine verb
To weaken or damage something, especially gradually or secretly; to sabotage or erode the foundation or support.
unadorned adjective
Free from luxury or excess; straightforward in appearance or style
tumult noun
A state of confusion, disorder, or disturbance
treachery noun
A violation of allegiance, faith, or confidence; an act of deliberate betrayal.
traumatized adjective
Being severely shocked, disturbed, and upset in a way that causes lasting emotional pain.
trivialize verb
To make something seem less important or serious than it really is.
tummy noun
The parts inside your body where food is digested; the stomach.
undeniable adjective
Certainly true, so obvious that it cannot be doubted.
tyrant noun
A cruel and oppressive ruler, usually not restrained by law.
undercover adjective
Working secretly using a false appearance in order to get information.
ubiquitous adjective
Seeming to be everywhere at the same time.
troublemaker noun
A person who intentionally or unintentionally causes trouble.