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adjectiveExcessive or not justified by the circumstances.
Excessive or unjustified
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Clear all filtersExcessive or not justified by the circumstances.
Excessive or unjustified
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Showing little excitement, eagerness, or interest.
Clear and leaving no reasonable doubt about meaning or intention.
The condition of being consistent or alike in form, quality, or treatment.
Undertaken by one side without the agreement or participation of others.
Beyond reasonable doubt or criticism.
Having little or no interest in a subject or activity.
Unable to be supported by an adequate reason or acceptable explanation.
Without adequate justification
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So clear that it cannot reasonably be confused or misunderstood.
Not lessened or qualified; complete, often in describing something negative.
Departing from usual or traditionally accepted methods or beliefs.
Departing from accepted methods
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Departure from established beliefs, practices, or accepted conventions.
Having no equal or close comparison in a particular respect.
Not troubled, disturbed, or unsettled.
Having no known previous example.
Not guided by ethical standards or a sense of right conduct.
Unfavorable to success or a good outcome.
Continuing without relief or interruption.
Without relief or interruption
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Not held back, controlled, or limited.
Willing to act dishonestly or unfairly without regard for moral principles.
Conduct or appearance that is inappropriate for a particular setting.
Inappropriate or improper in a particular setting.
Causing uneasiness or disturbing confidence and composure.
Simple or lacking refinement, worldly experience, or technical complexity.
Lacking worldly refinement
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