grotesque -
Very strange and distorted compared to what is normal
When Alan visited the Jordan family, he felt that the way that the son bossed around the parents was a grotesque distortion of the way normal parent-child relationships should be.
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repugnant -
Unpleasant and disgusting.
Mary found the use of curse words so repugnant, that she would pick herself up and leave the presence of anyone who started using them.
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Strange
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peculiar -
Unusual or odd, often in a way that is distinctive or not easily understood.
She had a peculiar habit of talking to herself while working.
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Nervous
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insecure -
Lacking confidence or self-assurance; feeling unsure about oneself.
When the disease caused blotches on her face, she felt insecure whenever she was with people.
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Friendly
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reassuring -
Making you feel less worried or uncertain about something
The reassuring 3 words 'I love you' has a tremendously positive effect in relationships.
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Successful
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outstanding -
Exceptionally good or impressive; remarkable in quality or performance.
The band's performance was absolutely outstanding—they got a standing ovation.
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Pleasure
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pricey -
Expensive or unreasonably expensive
Though the wedding ring was pricey, he wanted to get only the best when he would propose marriage.
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Bad
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taboo -
A subject, word, or action that is avoided for religious or social reasons
In Bill's social circle, to ask anyone how much money they made was a topic that was taboo.
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Good
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upright -
Showing a strict regard for what is morally correct.
Henry Fonda played roles of upright men who were always honest even under the greatest pressure.
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Strong
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imposing -
Demanding attention or respect due to size, power, or presence.
His deep voice and confident posture made him an imposing figure in the courtroom.
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Bad
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dismal -
Depressing; dreary
The dismal weather made Kris feel even more depressed.
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Surprise
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telltale -
Revealing or indicating something hidden or secret, showing the inner nature of something.
The telltale clouds of smoke hinted at a fire nearby.
