hasty -
Done or made quickly, often without careful thought.
The judge told the jury and the lawyers that they should take their time reviewing the testimony, and they should avoid making a hasty judgment.
verb
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Attack
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bombard -
To attack (a place or person) continuously with bombs, shells, or other missiles
The navy bombarded the enemy with cannon fire in order to overwhelm them quickly.
adjective
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Boring
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menial -
An activity that requires little training or talent, often repetitive.
The management didn't treat anyone doing menial work as less important than the rest of the workers.
verb
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Friendly
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coax -
To gently pursuade someone to do something
Angie was anorexic, and her mother gently tried to coax her to eat some food.
verb
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Aggressive
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usurp -
To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force; to seize or assume something without the right to do so.
Throughout history, many rulers have usurped thrones through deceit and betrayal
adjective
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Beautiful
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flamboyant -
(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness
David Bowie was known for his eye-catching flamboyant costumes as much as his brilliant music.
verb
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Wet
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thaw -
(of ice, snow, or another frozen substance, such as food) become liquid or soft as a result of warming.
John's favorite time during his month's stay in Antarctica was when the ice began to thaw and the penguins played around his cabin.
verb
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Other
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martyr -
Kill (someone) because of their beliefs
The priest was martyred by the government for spreading his religious beliefs to nonbelievers.
adjective
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Brave
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spunky -
Courageous and determined
Dora the Explorer's spunky personality allows her to travel the world in search of adventure.
noun
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Unfriendly
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ingratitude -
Lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something.
The politician was surprised by what he felt was ingratitude when his opponent was elected, after all the generous projects he had accomplished while in office.
noun
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Bad /
Dishonest
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huckster -
A person who sells things of questionable value
Martha opened the door to the huckster who tried to sell her land in Florida.
noun
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Bad /
Crazy
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blabbermouth -
An overly talkative person who speaks without thinking.
Don't tell Jerry things you don't want others to know about, because you can’t trust a blabbermouth with secrets.
