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(definitions copies from the Oxford dictionary)

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19 Terms

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factual

based on, or concerned with, facts; actual, true

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candid

truthful and straightforward

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shameful

worthy of or causing shame or disgrace

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benevolent

well-meaning and kindly

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reasonable

having sound judgement; fair and sensible

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sarcastic

marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt

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cautionary

serving as a warning

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calm

not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions

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judicious

having, showing, or done with good judgement or sense

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inflammatory

arousing or intended to arouse angry or violent feelings

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hectoring

talking in a bullying way

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appreciative

feeling or showing gratitude or pleasure

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diplomatic

of or concerning diplomacy (the art of dealing with people in a tactful and sensitive way)

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direct

(of a person or their behaviour) going straight to the point; frank

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enthusiastic

having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval

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informative

providing useful or interesting information

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inspirational

providing or showing creative or spiritual inspiration

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thoughtful

showing consideration for the needs of other people

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witty

showing or characterized by quick and inventive verbal humour