illegitimate -
Not conforming, accepted, or authorized according to known standards or rules.
The people felt the government was illegitimate because the leaders had taken over by force, and the people refused to participate in the election.
noun
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Bad /
Stupid
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lackey -
A servant, especially a liveried footman or manservant
The king would assign small tasks to his lackey because others considered such work to be beneath him, and he knew it wouldn't look right if he did such things himself.
verb
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Other /
Up+Down
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plunk -
To hand something over or place it down with determination
Milton really didn't have the $400 to pay for the flight to the trade show, but he plunked down the money anyway, because he had to show his product to see if there would be any interest.
noun
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Bad /
War
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ambush -
A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position.
The cavalry rode on their horses in the dry mountain area, totally unaware of the ambush that awaited them.
verb
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Good /
Love
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coddle -
To treat in an indulgent or overprotective way
Many kids today are coddled by their parents who don't want them to experience difficulties in their lives.
noun
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Other /
Other
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slogan -
A short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising
"Where's the Beef?" was originally a slogan by fast-food chain Wendy's and became so popular that the phrase is still used today.
adjective
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Other /
Body
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swarthy -
Dark-skinned
With his dark and swarthy good looks, the actor had little trouble finding employment.
verb
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Other /
Wet
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splatter -
When a sticky liquid splashes and scatters.
When the fountain pen exploded, the ink splattered all over the wall.
adjective
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Bad /
Strange
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eerie -
Strange and frightening
The woods were dark and eerie, with untold dangers lurking for Sam.
adjective
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Other /
Fast
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brisk -
Active, fast, and energetic.
The brisk wind made it a great day for kite flying.
adjective
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Good /
Energy
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robust -
Strong and healthy; vigorous
Despite being stricken with polio as a child, Teddy Roosevelt overcame his sickness and is regarded as one of our most robust presidents.
