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idiosyncratic

Definition: Unusual, quirky, or highly individual in behavior or traits

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๐Ÿ‘‰ "His idiosyncratic handwriting made the note hard to read."

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scattershot

Definition: Random, unfocused, or lacking clear direction


๐Ÿ‘‰ "The essay had a scattershot organizationโ€”ideas were all over the place."

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waggish

Definition: Playfully humorous or mischievous


๐Ÿ‘‰ "His waggish remarks kept the conversation light and fun."

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enthralled

Definition: Completely fascinated or captivated


๐Ÿ‘‰ "The audience was enthralled by the magicianโ€™s performance."

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incredulous

Definition: Unwilling or unable to believe something; skeptical


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She gave him an incredulous look after hearing the wild story."

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meekly

Definition: In a quiet, gentle, or submissive way


๐Ÿ‘‰ "He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing back."

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serenely

Definition: Calmly and peacefully, without stress or disturbance


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She looked out at the ocean, serenely enjoying the sunset."

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revulsion

Definition: A strong feeling of disgust or horror


๐Ÿ‘‰ "He felt revulsion at the sight of the rotten food."

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elation

Definition: A feeling of great joy or happiness

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๐Ÿ‘‰ "She was filled with elation after winning the championship."

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nifty

Definition: Clever, useful, or appealing in a fun or impressive way


๐Ÿ‘‰ "Thatโ€™s a nifty little trick for solving math problems faster."

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scandalized

Definition: Shocked or offended by something considered morally wrong or improper


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She was scandalized by the vulgar joke he told at dinner."

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alluring

Definition: Powerfully attractive or tempting; charming in a seductive or fascinating way

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๐Ÿ‘‰ "The mysterious smile she gave him was quietly alluring."

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hysterical

Definition: Extremely emotional, often to the point of being irrationalโ€”can be from laughter, fear, or panic

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๐Ÿ‘‰ "She became hysterical when she couldnโ€™t find her little brother at the store."

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wit

Definition: Mental sharpness, clever humor, or quick-thinking intelligence


๐Ÿ‘‰ "Her wit made every conversation feel electric and unpredictable."

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dismay

Definition: A feeling of shock, disappointment, or sadness caused by something unexpected


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She looked at the broken project with dismay, realizing she had to start over."

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Solemnly

Definition: In a serious, respectful, or formal manner

๐Ÿ‘‰ โ€œHe solemnly swore to tell the truth before the court.โ€

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Exhortations

Definition: Strong urgings or encouragements to take action

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๐Ÿ‘‰ โ€œThe coachโ€™s exhortations fired up the team before the final match.โ€

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Harrowing

Definition: Extremely distressing, painful, or traumatic


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She told a harrowing story of survival during the storm."
๐Ÿ‘‰ "The documentary gave a harrowing look into life during the war."

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distraught

Definition: Deeply upset, agitated, or distressed, especially from worry or grief

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๐Ÿ‘‰ "She was distraught after hearing the news of her friendโ€™s accident."
๐Ÿ‘‰ "He wandered the streets, looking distraught and confused."

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bedraggled

Definition: Dirty, messy, and untidyโ€”usually from being wet or exhausted


๐Ÿ‘‰ "The dog came in from the rain, soaked and bedraggled."
๐Ÿ‘‰ "She looked bedraggled after the long, stormy hike."

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spiteful

Definition: Showing or caused by a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone


๐Ÿ‘‰ "She made a spiteful comment just to ruin his mood."
๐Ÿ‘‰ "His spiteful glare said more than words ever could."

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carousing

Definition: Engaging in noisy, lively drinking and partying, often in a carefree or rowdy manner


๐Ÿ‘‰ The college students spent the night carousing in the streets after finals.
๐Ÿ‘‰ His carousing lifestyle eventually caught up with him.

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bridled

Definition: Showing resentment or anger, often in a restrained or controlled way; also refers to pulling back or reining in (like a horse with a bridle)


๐Ÿ‘‰ She bridled at the insult, lifting her chin and narrowing her eyes.
๐Ÿ‘‰ He bridled his temper, choosing to stay calm instead of lashing out.

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wayward

Definition: Difficult to control or predict due to willful or disobedient behavior; straying from what is proper or expected

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๐Ÿ‘‰ His wayward son refused to follow in the family business.
๐Ÿ‘‰ The wayward wind scattered the papers across the field.

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weary

Definition: Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or strain; can also mean mentally or emotionally exhausted


๐Ÿ‘‰ After hours of hiking, they were weary and ready to rest.
๐Ÿ‘‰ He grew weary of the constant arguments and wanted peace.

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ominous

Definition: Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The ominous rumble of thunder made everyone look up in fear.
๐Ÿ‘‰ His ominous silence filled the room with tension.

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quarrelsome

Definition: Inclined to argue or pick fights; often combative or confrontational in behavior or speech

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The quarrelsome neighbor always found something to complain about.
๐Ÿ‘‰ His quarrelsome tone made it hard to have a peaceful conversation.

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bleak

Definition: Cold, empty, or hopeless in atmosphere or outlook; lacking warmth, comfort, or cheer

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The landscape was bleak, covered in snow and devoid of life.
๐Ÿ‘‰ After hearing the news, his future seemed bleak and uncertain.

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indignant

Definition: Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment

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๐Ÿ‘‰ She gave an indignant reply when accused of cheating.
๐Ÿ‘‰ He felt indignant about being blamed for something he didnโ€™t do.

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portray

Definition: To depict or represent someone or something through words, images, or performance

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The actor portrayed the historical figure with great accuracy.
๐Ÿ‘‰ The novel portrays the struggles of immigrants in a new land.

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placidly

Definition (Adverb): In a calm, peaceful, and untroubled manner

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The lake reflected the sky placidly, untouched by wind or waves.
๐Ÿ‘‰ She placidly accepted the news, showing no sign of alarm or distress.

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tranquility

Definition (Noun): The state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance

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๐Ÿ‘‰ The tranquility of the mountain village made it the perfect getaway.
๐Ÿ‘‰ He sought tranquility in meditation after a long day.

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stubbornly

Definition (Adverb): In a way that shows determination not to change oneโ€™s attitude or position, even in the face of reason or persuasion

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๐Ÿ‘‰ He stubbornly refused to apologize, despite being clearly in the wrong.
๐Ÿ‘‰ The weeds stubbornly grew back no matter how often they were pulled.

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jilted

Definition (Verb ): To suddenly reject or abandon a lover or romantic partner, often without warning or explanation

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๐Ÿ‘‰ She felt jilted after he broke off the engagement with no explanation.
๐Ÿ‘‰ In the story, the jilted woman seeks closure but finds only more pain.

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gaudy

Definition (Adjective): Excessively showy or flashy, often in a tasteless or overly elaborate way
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๐Ÿ‘‰ The mansion was decorated with gaudy gold trim and neon lights.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Her gaudy outfit clashed with the elegant tone of the event.

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stark

Definition (Adjective):

  1. Severe or bare in appearance; sharply clear or obvious

  2. Complete or absolute (often used for contrast or intensity)
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๐Ÿ‘‰ The stark landscape was nothing but ice and rock.
๐Ÿ‘‰ There was a stark contrast between the rich and the poor in the city.

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