adjective

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Other / Entice

spellbound - To hold one's complete attention, as if in a spell

The Jones family were spellbound by the wonder of Disneyworld.

noun

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Other / Wet

downpour - A lot of rain in a short time.

They were having a wonderful picnic, when the sudden downpour forced them to cover themselves with a large piece of plastic.

verb

See noun

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Good / Smart

Url

brainstorm - To think of ideas quickly and freely, often in a group.

Let’s brainstorm to think of some marketing ideas for our new product.

noun

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Bad / Weak

Url

breakdown - A mechanical failure, especially of a vehicle or machine. Can also be used in medical contexts.

She had an emotional breakdown after losing her job and going through a divorce.

noun

See verb

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Bad / Afraid

dread - Great fear or apprehension

Emma was filled with dread every time her boss called her into his office.

adjective

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Good / Good

Url

pious - Devoutly religious

As he looked at the wall and inside himself, he felt in a very pious mood.

verb

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Other / Light

kindle - To light or set on fire

Stuck in the cold wilderness, Mitch had to kindle a pile of sticks so he wouldn't freeze to death.

verb

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Bad / Weak

dissipate - To cause something to become weaker until it gradually disappears

Because of his uncontrollable temper, Max dissipated whatever goodwill there had been in the marriage.

adjective

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Good / Smart-Adj

eloquent - To speak beautifully, clearly, and effectively.

The Roman statesman Cicero was famous for his eloquent speeches.

adjective

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Bad / Confused

Url

anonymous - Lacking individuality or distinctive features, such as a name.

The online survey allowed people to give feedback anonymously.

adjective

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Bad / Disorganized

Url

absentminded - Forgetful or inattentive, often because of being lost in thought.

When Bill sat by the shore watching the waves, he became so absentminded that he would forget to eat anything the whole day.

adjective

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Other / Wet

damp - Slightly wet

The damp windows were the result of the sprinkling rain.

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