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Bad / Stupid

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simplistic - Ignoring the complexity of something by seeing it as much simpler than it really is.

Because the governor had a simplistic view of the reasons behind the demonstrations, he couldn't deal effectively with the many people and issues involved.

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Good / Smart-Adj

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uncanny - Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way

Some people have noted Nicolas Cage's uncanny resemblance to a person from the 1800s.

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Other / Inward

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oblivious - Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one

Alan was oblivious of the person talking to him because he was staring at his phone.

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Bad / Strange

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garish - Clothing that is unusually different, bright and showy

Many garish outfits today look like they were colored with every crayon in the box.

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Good / Successful

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elite - A small group of people with the most power, influence and ability.

Sam was proud that he had successfully trained for and managed to be accepted by the most elite unit of the army.

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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 / Dangerous

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disastrous - Leading to a complete failure or disaster, causing great damage or suffering

The hurricane had a disastrous effect on the small town.

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Bad / Disorganized

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wanton - Unpredictable, unprovoked, and destructive action

The building was covered in graffiti in a wanton act of vandalism.

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Good / Smart-Adj

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prudent - Careful and using good judgement.

Though George had an urge to travel around the world, he felt it was prudent for him to finish college.

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Good / Love

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amorous - Having strong feelings of love, especially romantic love

They chose Paris as a place to spend their honeymoon, to spend an amorous week to start their marriage together.

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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.

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Good / Beautiful

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flamboyant - (of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness

David Bowie was known for his eye-catching flamboyant costumes as much as his brilliant music.