wanton -
Unpredictable, unprovoked, and destructive action
The building was covered in graffiti in a wanton act of vandalism.
adjective
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Bad /
Unfriendly
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snide -
Making derogatory or mocking comments about someone in an indirect way
Molly had a bad habit of making snide and sarcastic comments about people she didn't like.
adjective
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Bad /
Disorganized
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mangy -
In poor condition; shabby
The homeless mangy dog looked like it hadn't had a decent meal in a long time.
noun
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Other /
Wet
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residue -
Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up.
After the cleaning, there was still a greasy residue on the surface of the kitchen counter that needed further scrubbing.
noun
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Bad /
Stupid
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ninny -
A foolish person
It didn't matter that Roland was wearing a nice suit; his ridiculous red wig and fake glasses seemed to indicate to others that he was just a fooling ninny.who didn't have to be taken seriously.
adjective
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Bad /
Disorganized
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slipshod -
(typically of a person or method of work) characterized by a lack of care, thought, or organization
The workers who were hired to build the house were cheaper, but their work was slipshod, incomplete, and dangerous.
verb
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Other /
Shape
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slant -
To slope or lean in a particular direction.
The workers on the slanty room had to be very careful, and they were well aware that a slip would mean danger.
adjective
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Bad /
Weak
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flaky -
Crazy or eccentric
Watching a Christopher Walken movie is always interesting, because he always portrays people with flaky, strange, and unusual personalities.
adjective
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Other /
Inward
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reclusive -
Preferring to live in isolation and avoiding contact with others, often due to personal preference or a desire for privacy.
Many people described the artist as reclusive, rarely attending gallery openings or social events despite his fame.
adjective
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Good /
Smart
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articulate -
The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.
In the story Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, the country was impressed by how this simple man was so articulate.
adjective
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Good /
Flexible
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spry -
(especially of an old person) active; lively
Wilma was unusually spry for an elderly woman, dancing with people less than half her age.
adjective
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Bad /
Dishonest
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bogus -
Not real or genuine - fake or false (used in a disapproving manner when deception has been attempted)
Mr. and Mrs. Smith had suspected all along that the letter offering Oklahoma land for $100 an acre had been totally bogus.
