60 words & definitions
| seethe |
To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger. (verb)
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| shimmer |
To shine in such a way that the light seems to glow and shake slightly (verb)
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| shirk |
To avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility. (verb)
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| shrivel |
To wrinkle and contract, usually due to light, heat, and loss of moisture (verb)
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| shrug |
To raise one's shoulders slightly and momentarily to express doubt, ignorance, or indifference (verb)
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| shudder |
To tremble and shake, typically as a result of fear (verb)
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| shuffle |
To move similar things from one position or place to another. (verb)
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| shun |
To persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something) through antipathy or caution (verb)
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| segue |
To move without stopping from one activity, topic, song, etc., to another. (verb)
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| sham |
A thing that is not what it is purported to be (noun)
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| shambles |
A state of total disorder (noun)
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| shanty |
A small, crudely built shack (noun)
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| shebang |
A matter, operation, or set of circumstances (noun)
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| shenanigans |
Secret or dishonest activity or maneuvering (noun)
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| shindig |
A large, lively party, especially one celebrating something (noun)
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| showdown |
A final test or confrontation intended to settle a dispute (noun)
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| shmo |
A stupid person (noun)
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| shrew |
A woman who is argumentative, nagging, and ill tempered. (noun)
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| shriek |
Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement (verb)
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| scuzzy |
Dirty and unpleasant (adjective)
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| seedy |
Sordid and disreputable (adjective)
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| shabby |
In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care (adjective)
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| shoddy |
Badly made or done (adjective)
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| shrewd |
Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute (adjective)
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| shrill |
(of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing (adjective)
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| seep |
For a liquid to flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes (verb)
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| shoo |
To make a person or animal go away by making noices and waving one's arms at them. (verb)
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| shatter |
To break or cause to break suddenly and violently into pieces (verb)
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| shred |
To tear or cut into shreds (verb)
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| serene |
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil (adjective)
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| shiver |
(of a person or animal) To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited (verb)
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| shaky |
Weak and unstable (adjective)
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| seductive |
Very tempting (adjective)
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| shackle |
Something that prevents freedom of movement, literally or figuratively (verb)
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| shard |
A sharp piece of broken glass, metal, or other hard substance (noun)
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| shrouded |
Something that is covered or hidden (adjective)
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| shriek |
A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream (noun)
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| secondhand |
Referring to items or goods that are not new but have been owned or used by another person before. (adjective)
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| semblance |
The way something appears on the surface, often without revealing the true nature or reality behind it. (noun)
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| senile |
Used to describe behavior, mental states, or conditions associated with aging, especially when a person becomes forgetful or confused. (adjective)
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| sensual |
Describing something that provides physical pleasure, particularly through sight, touch, taste, sound, or smell. (adjective)
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| sever |
Often used in reference to actions that result in the separation of parts, pieces, or relationships. (verb)
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| shackles |
A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement. (noun)
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| shame |
The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace. (noun)
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| sheen |
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained. (noun)
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| shock |
A jarring event that causes surprise, disbelief, or emotional disturbance. (noun)
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| shortchange |
To intentionally or unintentionally deprive someone of what they deserve or expect. (verb)
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| shortcut |
A simplified way to complete a task, often by bypassing steps in a process; or a path or way that reduces the usual time or distance required to reach a destination. (noun)
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| shortfall |
An insufficient amount of something necessary, such as funds or supplies. (noun)
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| sentimental |
Having a strong emotional attachment to memories or things. (adjective)
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| serendipity |
A happy or lucky outcome that arises out of seemingly random events. (noun)
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| shock |
To cause someone to feel surprised and upset. (verb)
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| shame |
To publicly disgrace or dishonor someone, making them feel humiliated or guilty. (verb)
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| shortcoming |
A fault or weakness that makes someone or something less successful or effective than they should be. (noun)
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| shellshocked |
Being confused and disorientd because of a sudden alarming and frightening experience. (adjective)
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| selfless |
Concerned more with the needs, happiness, and wishes of others than with one's own; unselfish. (adjective)
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| shorthanded |
Not having the usual or necessary number of workers or helpers to get something done. (adjective)
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| seduce |
To lead astray usually by persuasion or false promises (verb)
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| shameless |
Not ashamed about something that others generally consider unacceptable (adjective)
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| shameful |
Disgraceful behavior that is worthy of blame and shame. (adjective)
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