waive
verbTo voluntarily give up a right or claim, or decide not to enforce a requirement.
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verbTo diminish gradually in strength, size, or intensity.
wary
adjectiveCautious because of possible danger or difficulty.
waver
verbTo hesitate between choices or lose steadiness in a position or commitment.
waylay
verbTo intercept or detain someone unexpectedly.
welter
nounA confused or disorderly mass of things.
whim
nounA sudden wish or idea that lacks a settled reason or plan.
whimsical
adjectivePlayfully fanciful or guided by an unusual fancy.
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willful
adjectiveDone intentionally; also stubbornly determined to follow one's own wishes.
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withdrawn
adjectiveAvoiding social engagement or showing little outward response to others.
witless
adjectiveShowing little sense or intelligence in a particular action or remark.
wrath
nounPowerful anger, often accompanied by a wish to punish or retaliate.
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