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Bad / Delay

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stagnant - Showing no activity; dull and sluggish

In the last few decades, the income of the richest 10% has increased while that of the bottom 90% has remained stagnant.

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Bad / Nervous

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jittery - Nervous or unable to relax

The double shot iced coffee from Starbucks made Roman so jittery that he couldn't stand still.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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huffy - Annoyed or irritated and quick to take offense at petty things

Billy always became huffy at the other drivers on the road, honking his horn constantly.

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Bad / Small

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skimp - To expend or use less time, money, or material on something than is necessary in an attempt to economize

When Dana saw the pizza only had tomato sauce and pepperoni, she knew the chef had skimped on the cheese.

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Bad / Hostile

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taunt - To provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

The bully taunted Nico so much that it made him depressed.

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Good / Strong

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ironclad - So strong that it cannot be challenged or changed

When World War II started, Fred's ironclad loyalty to his country caused him to enlist in the army immediately.

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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.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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ogle - To stare at something or someone in a desirous way

Fran felt uncomfortable the way some of the passengers on the subway ogled her diamond necklace.

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Bad / Confused

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convoluted - An explanation that is presented in a very complicated and difficult way.

The teacher's convoluted answer to the question showed either that he didn't understand the subject, or that he didn't know how to explain things clearly.

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Good / Important

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significant - Having a major impact or effect; something that carries weight or importance.

The discovery of the ancient ruins was a significant breakthrough in the field of archaeology.

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Bad / Unhappy

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wallow - To indulge in something in an unrestrained way

Instead of figuring out how to fix his problems, Tom just wallowed in self-pity.

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Other / Stop

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verdict - An official or formal decision, especially after careful consideration.that ends a trial or discussion.

The jury delivered a verdict of not guilty after three days of deliberation.