notorious -
Famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed
Even among violent gangsters, Al Capone was considered the most notorious one of all.
verb
See noun
1910 of 3002
Bad /
Aggressive
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muzzle -
Put a muzzle on (an animal)
The wild dog had to be muzzled so it wouldn't bite anybody.
adjective
1911 of 3002
Other /
Light
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radiant -
Shining, full of light, glowing brightly
New York City at night looks radiant with its buildings full of light.
verb
1912 of 3002
Bad /
Dangerous
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jeopardize -
To subject somebody or something to the risk of loss, harm, danger or failure.
Wally hated gambling because his father's reckless example had shown him what happens if you foolishly jeopardize everything you have.
adjective
1913 of 3002
Bad /
Dishonest
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contrived -
Artificial and difficult to believe.
Fred was still considered a prime suspect, because his story about what he did the night of the crime sounded contrived to the detective who interviewed him.
noun
See verb
1914 of 3002
Good /
Friendly
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flirt -
A person who habitually flirts
Saul was a natural flirt, always attracting the attention of girls.
verb
1915 of 3002
Good /
Smart
Url
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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.
adjective
1916 of 3002
Bad /
Old
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arcane -
Relating to hidden knowledge, especially in subjects like magic or ancient traditions.
He mastered the arcane art of handcrafting rare musical instruments.
adjective
1917 of 3002
Good /
Flexible
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deft -
Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements
The ballet dancer impressed everyone with her deft footwork.
noun
1918 of 3002
Bad /
Strange
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enigma -
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand
Owen had to figure out how to make his new business work, but so far how to accomplish that objective proved to be an enigma.
adjective
1919 of 3002
Bad /
Crazy
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unhinged -
Mentally unbalanced and unstable
Trevor crossed the street when he saw the unhinged person yelling at him.
verb
See noun
1920 of 3002
Other /
Wet
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splash -
Cause (liquid) to strike or fall on something in irregular drops
The bartender dropped an ice cubs in the full glass, causing it to splash all over him.
