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jargon - Special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand

At his first day on the job, Louie kept getting confused by all of the technical jargon that his boss insisted on using.

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Bad / Small

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anecdote - A short, often funny story, especially about something someone has done

His son enjoyed listening to his father tell anecdotes about the travels that he did in his 20's.

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Bad / Dishonest

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mischief - Behavior that causes minor damage or annoyance, especially by children or animals.

Their son had a sparkle of mischief in his eyes when he ran to hide behind the curtains.

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Bad / Old

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fogey - A person, typically an old one, who is considered to be old-fashioned or conservative in attitude or tastes

Old fogeys usually complain about young people and their immature ways.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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ingrate - A person who shows no gratitude, who does not show proper appreciation or thanks for something.

He ended the relationship when he realized his 'friend' was an ingrate, and didn't apprecaite all the generous acts he had done.

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Good / Exciting

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enthusiasm - A feeling of eager enjoyment or passion.

After work, the employees got together and shared their enthusiasm for the job they loved.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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ingratitude - A lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something that was given or done.

She was shocked at her son's ingratitude that after raising him for 20 years, when he moved out he hardly ever called.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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spoilsport - Someone who refuses to participate in enjoyable activities, often dampening the mood of others.

He acted like a spoilsport by constantly complaining at the party that he didn't like the food.

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Good / Strong

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dignity - A sense of pride in oneself; self-respect.

She carried herself with dignity even during the toughest moments of her life.

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Good / Big

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jackpot - A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery.

He won the jackpot in the lottery and became a millionaire overnight.

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Bad / War

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arsenal - A collection or supply of weapons or tools used for a specific purpose.

The country kept a large arsenal of all kinds of weapons ready in case of war.

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Bad / Hurt

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ruffian - A bully, someone who is violent toward others

Stalin maintained control by using an army of ruffians who would treat violently anyone who did not cooperate.