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adjectiveHasty and not attentive to detail.
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Clear all filtersHasty and not attentive to detail.
To weaken strength or the ability to function.
One word family: also includes debilitating.
To work out the meaning of coded, unclear, or difficult material.
To reach a conclusion by reasoning from known facts or premises.
Respectful yielding to another person's judgment or wishes.
No longer existing or functioning.
Sad or discouraged after disappointment.
Sad after disappointment
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To describe, outline, or mark something precisely.
Describe or mark precisely
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Quiet, reserved, and modest in manner.
To condemn openly and strongly.
Mockery that expresses contempt.
Very discouraged and without much hope.
One word family: also includes despondency.
Lacking the resources needed for basic living, or completely lacking something.
Lacking basic resources
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Intended to teach, sometimes in an overly instructive manner.
Separate and distinct from other things.
Not candid or sincere, especially while pretending to be straightforward.
To speak about someone or something in a way that belittles it.
Speak belittlingly
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A substantial difference or inequality.
Uncertain or doubtful; also questionable in reliability or value.
Uncertain or unconvinced
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Overflowing with cheerful energy and enthusiasm.
Overflowing with enthusiasm
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Drawing ideas, styles, or elements from varied sources.
One word family: also includes eclecticism.
Capable of producing the intended effect.
Shameless or insulting boldness.
Exceptionally and conspicuously bad.
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