flirt -
Behave as though attracted to or trying to attract someone, but for amusement rather than with serious intentions
Erin flirted with Devon, but she had no intention of actually dating him.
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repudiate -
To refuse to accept that something is valid.
As early as the 1960's, he repudiated the claims that cigarettes were good to smoke and relaxing.
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mellow -
(especially of sound, taste, and color) pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness
Warren felt relaxed as the mellow sounds of classical music played on the radio.
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temperamental -
Liable to sudden changes in mood or behavior; unpredictable in temperament.
His temperamental nature and frequent outbursts made it hard for the team to rely on him during stressful situations.
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cogent -
(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing
The prosecutor made a compelling and cogent argument that led the jury to convict the defendant.
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hovel -
A small, squalid, unpleasant, or simply constructed dwelling
Almost hidden behind the foliage was a worn-down hovel that provided little more than a roof over somebody's head.
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hotshot -
An important or exceptionally able person
At his peak, Tiger Woods was the biggest hotshot in golf.
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
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gouge -
To overcharge or swindle; also to use a sharp tool to remove inner material from something.
Someone who doesn't understand how cars work may be gouged by the mechanic when the bill comes.
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bumbling -
Acting in a confused or ineffectual way; incompetent
Homer was a bumbling fool who would also put his family members in danger.
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fleeting -
Lasting for a very short time
Life is fleeting, so we have to make sure our time on Earth is well-spent and meaningful.
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snoop -
To investigate secretly in an attempt to find out something, especially about someone's private affairs
Betty paid the private investigator to snoop on her husband, and she found that her fears and concerns were totally unfounded.
