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Other / Light

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radiance - Bright light or inner glow that shines from something or someone

When David saw the ark opened, revealing the Torah scrolls inside, he sensed a radiance of wisdom emanating from them.

adjective

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Good / Exciting

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racy - (of speech, writing, or behavior) lively, entertaining, and typically mildly titillating sexually

Somewhat tame by today's standards, "Gone with the Wind" was considered very racy at the time it was released.

noun

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Good / Friendly

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rapport - A harmonious or positive relationship between people, characterized by mutual understanding, trust, and respect.

The business partners developed a close rapport, which made their meetings more productive and collaborative.

adjective

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Good / Beautiful

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resplendent - Shining brilliantly, having a very bright and beautiful appearance

At the kings coronation, the king's clothes and crown were resplendent.

verb

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Other / Slowly

audio

ramble - To walk for pleasure, typically without a definite route.

Sometimes on the weekend, Joe would like to just ramble in the woods and think about the week that was and the week that was about to be.

adjective

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Bad / Dirty

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ramshackle - (especially of a house or vehicle) in a state of severe disrepair

The ramshackle house was in such poor shape that nobody was allowed to live there anymore.

verb

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Good / Love

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revere - To feel deep respect or admiration for someone of something.

There are so many people who revere Shakespeare's plays and sonnets.

noun

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Bad / War

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rebel - A person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler

In the late 1700s, rebels like George Washington fought against the tyrannical British in order to establish America.

verb

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Bad / Attack

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ravage - To cause severe and extensive damage to something.

The tornado ravaged the town, leaving nothing but destruction in its wake.

adjective

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Good / Strong

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responsible - To have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it

She wanted to find a husband who was not only attractive, but one who is responsible and could be relied on to support a family.

noun

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Good / Strong

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ringleader - Someone who is the main influence or motivator behind a particular action or event, especially a disruptive or controversial one.

The police managed to arrest the ringleader of the gang, who had coordinated the series of robberies across the city.

noun

See verb

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Other / Wet

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ripple - A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.

The stone Paul threw into the lake caused a big ripple.