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Bad / Dishonest

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sleazy - (of a person or situation) sordid, corrupt, or immoral

The sleazy car salesman kept trying to sell Ned on unnecessary upgrades.

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Good / Happy

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jolly - Cheerful, happy, and full of good humor.

The children were jolly as they played in the snow, laughing and singing.

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Bad / Stupid

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impractical - Not useful, unlikelly to succeed, not sensible or realistic.

Attaching wings to arms was an impractical method for man to be able to fly.

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Good / Strong

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sweeping - Extensive or wide-ranging in effect or scope, having a major impact; far-reaching or thorough.

The politician promised sweeping reforms if elected.

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Bad / Strange

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obscure - Difficult to understand, interpret, or perceive clearly due to complexity or lack of detail.

The fog obscured the road, making it hard to drive safely.

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Good / Exciting

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racy - (of speech, writing, or behavior) lively, entertaining, and typically mildly titillating sexually

Somewhat tame by today's standards, "Gone with the Wind" was considered very racy at the time it was released.

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Other / Surprise

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flabbergasted - To be surprised, amazed, or shocked very unexpectedly

Lucille was flabbergasted when she arrived at her classroom Tuesday morning for another day of teaching, and her 4th grade students had made a surprise birthday party for her.

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Bad / Old

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grizzled - Having or streaked with gray hair

The colonel's grizzled beard were like a badge of honor because it reminded him of the many years he had served with distinction in the army.

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Good / Strong

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fortitude - Courage in enduring pain or hardship without giving up.

Despite the unruly crowd that seemed it could erupt in chaos at any moment, he handled the situation with great fortitude.

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Other / Inward

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mystical - Relating to the belief that there is hidden and spiritual meaning in life.

From the time that Joan sensed that there is a mystical side of life, she spent more time praying and meditating.

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Bad / Disgusting

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gory - Involving or showing violence and bloodshed

Horror movies are known for their gory scenes where people are murdered by the scary villain.

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Good / Flexible

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nimble - Quick and light in movement or action; agile

Track and field athletes have to be exceptionally nimble when jumping over high hurdles.