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Bad / Stupid

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laughable - So stupid as to be funny and not worth serious consideration; bad in a way that seems foolish or silly

Because he had a bad cold and was drunk his attempt to sing at the party were laughable.

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Bad / Strange

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cheapskate - A person who is unwilling to spend money, even when necessary; very stingy.

Even though he’s rich, he’s a total cheapskate when it comes to spending on others.

verb

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Other / Fast

skid - (of a vehicle) slide, typically sideways or obliquely, on slippery ground or as a result of stopping or turning too quickly

The car skidded on the icy road and almost hit a tree.

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Other / Sound

whine - A long, high-pitched complaining cry

Kay's dog let out a high-pitched whine when he wanted her to pay attention to him.

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Other / Sound

thud - A dull, heavy sound, such as that made by an object falling to the ground

Jake tripped on the stairs and hit the ground with a resounding thud.

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Bad / Unhappy

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homesick - Feeling sad or longing for home and family when away from them.

After a month abroad, he became homesick and called his parents every day.

verb

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Other / Squeeze

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congeal - To become fixed, firm, or rigid; to change from a fluid or soft state to a thickened or solid state.

The messy ideas in her head finally congealed into a clear vision for the project.

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Good / Beautiful

plush - Richly luxurious and expensive

The plush bedsheets were so comfortable that they were worth the high price tag.

verb

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Bad / Unhappy

bawl - To cry loudly and uncontrollably.

When my baby starts to bawl, I go through my trusty checklist: is he hungry, tired, teething, or have a bad diaper?

noun

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Other / Up+Down

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dip - A brief lowering or decline, often in reference to a surface or position

After a long hike, they took a refreshing dip in the lake

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Good / Smart-Adj

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decisive - Being able to make decisions quickly and confidently.

The final battle of the war was decisive in achieving victory because the enemy was taken by surprise and was totally unprepared.

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Good / Pleasure

cushy - (of a job, task, or situation) undemanding, easy, or secure

With its casual dress code and lack of supervision, Jeff knew he had found the perfect cushy job.