Desecrate -
To damage or show contempt toward something that is revered.
They were shocked at how people had desecrated the historical monument.
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Stupid
adjective
simplistic -
Ignoring the complexity of something by seeing it as much simpler than it really is.
Because the governor had a simplistic view of the reasons behind the demonstrations, he couldn't deal effectively with the many people and issues involved.
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Unhappy
nounverb verb
wail -
Give a cry of pain, grief, or anger
The baby wailed loudly while her mother changed her diaper.
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Dishonest
verb
filch -
Pilfer or steal (something, especially a thing of small value) in a casual way
In some states, filching something as small as a pack of gum can lead to being arrested.
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Disgusting
adjective
lewd -
Crude and offensive in a sexual way
Paula made sure to document Joe's lewd comments before reporting him to the human resources department.
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Aggressive
adjective
defiant -
refusing to obey authority, sometimes even to the point of refusing to accept criticism.
Lars was a defiant child who always refused to obey his parents.
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Aggressive
verb
squelch -
To inhibit or suppress
The press secretary firmly denied and squelched the false rumors about the president's policy.
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Disgusting
adjective
vulgar -
Lacking sophistication or good taste; unrefined
Marie's parents punished her for her vulgar behavior she displayed towards relatives she didn't like at a large family gathering.
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Aggressive
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Adamant -
Firm and unshakable in attitude or belief, even when questioned by others.
Despite everyone's advice, she stayed adamant in her choice to travel alone.
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Dishonest
nounverb verb
loot -
To steal goods from (a place), typically during a war or riot
After the hurricane had destroyed the town, its desperate residents looted stores for basic supplies.
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Attack
verb
usurp -
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.
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Unfriendly
nounverb verb
hassle -
To harass; pester
The irritating salesman would always hassle Carmen when she was at home, and wouldn't leave even if she insisted on it.
