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Bad / Small

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scanty - Small or insufficient in quantity or amount

The detective persisted in his investigation even though he only had scanty information about what had happened at the crime.

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Good / Pleasure

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irresistible - Too attractive, appealing, or tempting to be refused or ignored.

The smell of freshly baked cookies was simply irresistible, making everyone want a bite.

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Other / Shape

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borderline - Unclear and uncertain whether something is in one category or another.

Because she was only a borderline diabetic, she didn't need insulin shots, and could maintain her blood-sugar level through diet and by staying away from sweets.

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Other / Inward

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reclusive - Preferring to live in isolation and avoiding contact with others, often due to personal preference or a desire for privacy.

Many people described the artist as reclusive, rarely attending gallery openings or social events despite his fame.

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Bad / Confused

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dazed - Confused or unable to think clearly, often as a result of an injury or from shock

After her car accident, the dazed woman had to rest on the sidewalk.

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Good / Good

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classy - Something that is attractive and of excellent quality

Gabe and Ruth loved going to the classy hotel, because they found that everything there was done just right.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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cavalier - Showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or careless.

Don’t be so cavalier about other people’s feelings—it comes off as rude.

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Good / Good

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marvelous - Excellent or outstanding in quality — remarkably good.

The view from the mountaintop was absolutely marvelous.

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Bad / Disorganized

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tipsy - Slightly drunk

After consuming two beers in only 30 minutes, Jesse was feeling a bit tipsy.

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Bad / Bad

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naughty - (especially of children) disobedient; badly behaved

Susie was punished by her father for her naughty behavior.

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Bad / Strange

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ridiculous - Deserving or inviting mockery or laughter due to being absurd or unreasonable; outrageously unreasonable or exaggerated in a way that provokes disbelief.

They laughed when he made the ridiculous claim that he could lift a car by himself, but then lo and behold they watched him actually do it.

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outrageous - Shockingly bad or excessive

The model's looks and confidence couldn't hide the fact that his outfit was outrageously ugly.