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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magnanimous -
Generous and forgiving, kind and selfless, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.
After the peasants made an unsuccessful rebellion, the king was magnanimous and distributed food to them when they were starving.
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impunity -
Freedom from negative consequences or accountability for one’s actions.
The dictator ruled with impunity, silencing anyone who opposed him.
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glee -
Great delight
Christmas morning is a time of glee for young children as they open their presents.
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Mistake
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scuttle -
To be forced to cancel one's plans
Because he couldn't give up his smoking habit, Barry had to scuttle his plans to be a great runner.
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picky -
Being very particular or selective about something, often to the point of being hard to please.
My dog is picky about where he sleeps; he’ll only rest on his favorite blanket.
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sully -
To damage the purity or integrity of something; to defile.
Martha spread rumors about Anne, and even though it came out later that the rumors were false, the damage had been done and Anne's reputation was sullied.
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roomy -
Referring to an area, object, or place that feels generous in size and can accommodate many items or people.
The new car was incredibly roomy, offering plenty of legroom for long road trips.
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gibberish -
Unintelligible, confused, or meaningless speech or writing
After the politician spoke for 10 minutes, Barry realized that nothing that he said made sense, and all the fast talking fancy phrases were nothing but gibberish.
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derail -
To obstruct or divert from an expected or intended course.
The train was derailed by a fallen tree during the storm.
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wisecrack -
A clever or witty remark, often sarcastic or humorous; s short, sharp, or mocking comment made in a casual or playful way.
When they were at lunch, he made a wisecrack about the boss, and everyone at the table laughed.
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succulent -
Food that is delicious, soft, and full of natural liquids
Joe could hardly wait to bite into his succulent hamburger after the waiter placed it in front of him.
