snooty -
Showing disapproval or contempt toward others, especially those considered to belong to a lower social class
Wearing a finely tailored suit, Philip looked down on the homeless beggar with a snooty glance.
adjective
1070 of 1546
Bad /
Disgusting
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putrid -
(of organic matter) decaying or rotting and emitting a fetid smell
Bill had to throw out her leftovers because of the putrid smell.
noun
1071 of 1546
Bad /
Unhappy
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dumps -
A low or depressed emotional state
After failing the test, he was in the dumps all weekend.
noun
1072 of 1546
Bad /
Dishonest
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cunning -
Skill in achieving one's ends by deceit
Through sheer cunning, Michael Corleone was able to become the most powerful mafia leader in the country.
noun
1073 of 1546
Bad /
Small
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trivia -
Details, considerations, or pieces of information of little importance or value
The contest at the bar involved trivia about pop culture and entertainment.
adjective
1074 of 1546
Bad /
Weak
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untenable -
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism
With new accusations surfacing every day, though Melissa claimed that she was totally innocent, her hold on her job was becoming increasingly untenable.
noun
1075 of 1546
Bad /
Unfriendly
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ingratitude -
A lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something that was given or done.
She was shocked at her son's ingratitude that after raising him for 20 years, when he moved out he hardly ever called.
adjective
1076 of 1546
Bad /
Small
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sparse -
Thinly dispersed or scattered
The desert mountains were dotted with sparse vegetation that managed to survive in the harsh climate.
noun
See verb
1077 of 1546
Bad /
Dislike
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scorn -
The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt
Sheriff Otto gave his deputy a look of scorn when he asked a silly question.
noun
1078 of 1546
Bad /
Delay
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restraint -
The action of preventing or controlling someone or something or oneself from moving, acting, or progressing
There were many things that bothered her, but she decided to exercize restraint, and not spill out all her emotions at once.
noun
1079 of 1546
Bad /
Dangerous
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doomsday -
The end of the world, or a time when something very bad will happen, such as great destruction.
Those who are most concerned about global warming describe a doomsday future where coastal ciites will be under water.
noun
1080 of 1546
Bad /
Weak
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foible -
A minor fault or weakness in someone's character.
Before going to sleep, Alan prayed "I am sorry about the terrible thing I did today, but please forgive me because You know that all people make mistakes and have foibles."
