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Good / Calm

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serene - Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil

Sitting by the lake that was miles from civilization, Gwen felt truly serene.

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Good / Big

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extravagant - Going beyond expected limits in spending money or using resources.

Though he knew that it was an extravagant expense, he bought the most expensive engagement ring he could find.

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Good / Flexible

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deft - Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements

The ballet dancer impressed everyone with her deft footwork.

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Good / New

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raw - In a natural and unprocessed state, in its original or unprotected form.

After the accident, his skin was raw from the abrasion, and he needed medical attention to prevent infection.

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Other / Light

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radiance - Bright light or inner glow that shines from something or someone

When David saw the ark opened, revealing the Torah scrolls inside, he sensed a radiance of wisdom emanating from them.

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Good / Smart

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spotlight - To give special attention to a problem or situation so that people pay attention to it.

Articles in the newspaper were effective in spotlighting the fact that the animal shelter was not taking good care of the animals.

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Good / Beautiful

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sleek - (of hair, fur, or skin) smooth and glossy

Shampoo commercials typically show women with very sleek hair that shines under the lights.

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Bad / Strange

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inexplicable - Impossible to explain

With all of his many abilities, Barry found it inexplicable that he was never able to find a job that he liked.

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Bad / Dirty

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murky - Having dark and gloomy atmosphere, usually as a result of a dirty water or a thick mist

Under the murky waters, the aquatic animals were barely visible.

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Bad / Dangerous

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treacherous - Hazardous or extremely dangerous conditions.

The already dangerous road on the narrow mountain pass was made even more treacherous by the high incidences of rock falls.

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Bad / Small

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niche - A small part of a larger whole that is particularly appropriate for the situation

Sam couldn't master all of physics, but he knew enough about his particular niche that made him respected among his colleagues in that area.

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Good / Smart

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sage - Someone who is highly knowledgeable and has a profound understanding of life, often imparting teachings or guidance.

As a sage of ancient philosophy, Socrates is still revered for his teachings on ethics and the nature of knowledge.