doldrums -
A state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or depression
It seemed that every month, Cathy sank deeper into the doldrums, and she seemed unable to do anything to snap herself out this condition.
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majestic -
Having or showing impressive beauty or dignity
The majestic snow-capped mountains were part of nature's true beauty.
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mystery -
Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain, a person or thing that arouses curiosity or wonder because it is unknown or puzzling.
The cause of the strange noise in the attic remains a mystery.
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Attack
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strife -
Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict
Congressman Jones thought the town-hall audience would be friendly, but the people's angry statements and questions created an atmosphere of strife .
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Unfriendly
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goad -
To provoke or annoy someone so as to stimulate some action or reaction
Max was the biggest 8th grader in the school yard, and he would often be aggressive with the other kids, trying to goad them into a fight that he knew he would win.
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astonish -
To surprise or impress (someone) greatly
The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.
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brink -
An extreme edge of land before a steep or vertical slope
Edwin stood on the brink of the cliff, only steps away from plummeting to the ground.
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Confused
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mystified -
Being very puzzled and confused
Edwin Hubble was mystified why the light analysis of certain stars showed a 'red shift', until he realized that they were entire galaxies moving away from us at tremendous speeds.
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Small
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piddling -
Pathetically trivial; trifling
In a piddling attempt at perfection, Alec would cut the blades of grass individually.
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Brave
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moxie -
Force of character, determination, or nerve
Dr. Martin Luther King possessed such great moxie that he never wavered in his fight for civil rights.
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New
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upshot -
The final result or outcome of a situation or series of events.
After several weeks, the upshot of the thorough investigation revealed that there were several policy violations that should be prosecuted.
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Angry
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admonish -
To warn or reprimand someone firmly about their behaviour.
The principal admonished the class for their disruptive conduct.
