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Interminable |
(Adj) tiresomely long; seemingly without end
Synonym: never ending Antonym: temporary |
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Transfixed |
(Adj) having your attention fixated as though by a spell
Synonym: captivated, mesmerized Antonym: repealed, repulsed
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Barrage |
(N) a heavy barrier of artillery fire; an overwhelming quantity or explosion, as of words, blows, or criticisms
Synonym: bombardment, assault Antonyms: defense |
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Monotonous |
(Adj) sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch
Synonym: flat, dull Antonym: interesting, tempo |
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Audacity |
(N) aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery
Synonym: bold, daring Antonym: cowardice, timid |
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Tumultuous |
(Adj) characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
Synonym: fierce, violent Antonym: calm, gentle |
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Disquietude |
(N) feelings of anxiety that make one tense and irritable
Synonym: anxiety, agitation Antonym: calm, ease |
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Nebulous |
(Adj) lacking definition or definite content
Synonym: ambiguous, anxiety Antonym: clear, certain |
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Facet |
(N) a distinct feature or element in a problem
Synonym: feature, clear appearance Antonym: non-charactersitics |
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Engulf |
(V) flow over or cover completely
Synonym: consume, flood Antonym: uncover, neglect |
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Cumbersome |
(Adj) difficult to handle or use because of size or weight Synonym: burdenment, inconvient Antonym: convenient, easy |
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Yearning |
(N) prolonged unfulfilled desire or need
Synonym: longing, ambition Antonym: apathy, uninterested |