adjective

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Bad / Weak

untenable - An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism

With new accusations surfacing every day, though Melissa claimed that she was totally innocent, her hold on her job was becoming increasingly untenable.

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Bad / Uncomfortable

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uneasy - Feeling anxious, worried, or uncomfortable about something; feeling a sense of discomfort or restlessness.

She felt uneasy walking alone through the dark alley.

noun

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Bad / Attack

vendetta - A blood feud in which the family of a murdered person seeks vengeance on the murderer or the murderer's family

As the final act of his vendetta against Rugen, Inigo pulled out his sword and said, "Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."

noun

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Bad / Weak

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undoing - The process through which something falls apart or is ruined

The scandal led to the politician’s complete undoing in the public eye

noun

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Good / New

vanguard - A group of people that leads the way for others, in ideas or battle.

During the 1980's, a small group of tech companies in Silicon Valley, California were the vanguard that led the world in new developments that changed the world.

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Good / Happy

upbeat - Having an attitude that is positive, hopeful, and optimistic.

Even though there was a recession, Francine was upbeat about her chances of getting an excellent job after graduating business school.

adjective

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Good / Happy

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uplifted - Feeling happy and full of hope.

At the end of the concert we were totally uplifted by the amazing music and performance.

adjective

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Good / Happy

Url

uplifted - Feeling happy and full of hope.

At the end of the concert we were totally uplifted by the amazing music and performance.

noun

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Bad / Mistake

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unforgivable - So bad as to be unable to be forgiven or excused

He was fired because the company felt that stealing money was an unforgivable act.

verb

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Bad / Attack

usurp - To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force

The scheming prince knew that he would soon usurp the throne from his father before his father was ready to give it up.

adjective

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Good / Big

vast - Of very great extent or quantity; immense

The island was in the distance as the vast ocean stretched out before Tom.

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Good / Good

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upright - Showing a strict regard for what is morally correct.

Henry Fonda played roles of upright men who were always honest even under the greatest pressure.