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ghetto - A part of a city, especially a slum area, occupied by a minority group or marginalized community.

The Smith family lived in the inner-city ghetto, and tried to make the best of a hard life.

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honkey - Usually an uncomplimentary term referring to 'white people'

Blues musicians actually liked the attention and fandom of the honkies who were their followers.

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freak - very unusual and unexpected

We were driving in the country, and an unexpected and freak tornado went right passed our car.

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façade - A superficial or false appearance meant to deceive or mislead others.

Despite his smile, it was clear his happiness was just a façade.

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creepy - So strange that it makes you frightened

The horror movie was so creepy that Bill couldn't sleep for 3 days after watching it.

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weird - Very strange or unexpected

Some scientists warn that global warming could result in weird weather patterns such as more violent hurricanes and more coastal flooding.

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kink - A sharp twist or curve in something that is otherwise straight

Sondra prepared for the kink in the road by turning her wheels to the right.

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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.

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inscrutable - Difficult to understand

Martha always had an inscrutable smile, and Joe could never figure out if she loved or even liked him or not.

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raffish - Unconventional and slightly disreputable, especially in an attractive manner

With his numerous tattoos and raffish manner, Adam caught Sherry's eye, although she knew her parents wouldn't approve of him.

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bizarre - Very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest, amusement, or discomfort.

Sally's bizarre dresses turned heads when she walked down the street.

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inconceivable - Not capable of being imagined or grasped mentally; unbelievable

When Roger Banister ran the first mile in under 4 minutes, he achieved what people had thought was an inconceivable accomplishment.