impractical -
Not useful, unlikelly to succeed, not sensible or realistic.
Attaching wings to arms was an impractical method for man to be able to fly.
noun
1706 of 3112
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Strange
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pervert -
To corrupt or debase something, to alter or distort something from its original or intended meaning or course.
Parents have to monitor their kids' use of the internet, to make sure nothing is perverting their mind.
verb
1707 of 3112
Other /
Slow
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hover -
To remain in one place in the air
The helicopter hovered above the road as the pilot prepared to set it down.
noun
1708 of 3112
Bad /
Attack
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atrocity -
An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury
In a terrible atrocity, after winning the battle the victorious army set fire to the enemy's village, killing most of its inhabitants.
adjective
1709 of 3112
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Beautiful
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handsome -
Well-proportioned, aesthetically pleasing, or having a pleasing appearance.
The handsome architecture of the building made it a popular spot for tourists to take photos.
noun
1710 of 3112
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Delay
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slacker -
A person who avoids work or effort
Chris was the ultimate slacker at work, asleep at his desk half the time.
noun
1711 of 3112
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Other
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brunt -
The worst part or chief impact of a specified thing
When there is a recession, the people on the lowest economic level - the lowest paid and those with little savings - often bear the brunt of the economic downturn.
noun
1712 of 3112
Other /
Inward
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nap -
A light or casual sleep, usually not as deep or long as nighttime sleep.
The baby went down for her afternoon nap without fuss.
adjective
1713 of 3112
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Smart
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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.
verb
1714 of 3112
Other /
Move
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pierce -
To go through something completely, from one end to another
In 1307 during the Swiss revolution, William Tell had to prove his accuracy with bow and arrow by shooting an arrow that pierced the apple sitting on his son's head.
noun
1715 of 3112
Good /
Smart
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credibility -
The quality and ability to inspire belief and trust.
A verified source increases the credibility of a news report.
noun
1716 of 3112
Bad /
Mistake
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gaffe -
An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment to its originator; a blunder
When the politician made a huge gaffe at the debate, he realized he was going to lose the election.
