engrossing -
Something so interesting that it takes your entire attention
Bill found the movie so engrossing, that when it was over it took him a minute to remember where he was.
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Bad /
Dangerous
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precarious -
Not safe and likely to fall or fail
Jill's spending habits were without bound, and as a result her financial situation was precarious.
adjective
483 of 1099
Good /
New
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imminent -
About to happen very soon; approaching or near in time.
Dark clouds in the sky signaled that a storm was imminent.
adjective
484 of 1099
Bad /
Unfriendly
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cavalier -
Showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or careless.
Don’t be so cavalier about other people’s feelings—it comes off as rude.
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485 of 1099
Good /
Good
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idyllic -
Extremely peaceful, beautiful, or perfect, often referring to a place or situation.
They spent their honeymoon on an idyllic island with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water.
adjective
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Good /
Exciting
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effusive -
Overflowing with emotion or enthusiasm.
He gave everyone an effusive thank-you for the surprise party.
adjective
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Bad /
Crazy
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loony -
Crazy or silly
The patients in the mental hospital could be described as loony, but the doctors tried to treat them as normal human beings with normal problems in order to try to help them get better.
adjective
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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.
adjective
489 of 1099
Good /
Successful
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prosperous -
Flourishing or thriving, particularly in business, health, or social conditions.
After years of hard work, they were finally living in a prosperous neighborhood with a beautiful home.
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Bad /
Unhappy
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sniveling -
Tending to cry or complain a lot in a way that annoys people
Hannah's mother was frequently embarrassed by her sniveling attitude which always brought unwanted attention.
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Other /
Body
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skinny -
Being too thin
The horse just didn't like eating, and it was so skinny it could not do any work
adjective
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Good /
Strong
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integrity -
The quality of being honest and consistently upholding strong moral principles.
She was respected for her integrity, always telling the truth no matter the circumstances.
