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Naughty

Having little or nothing.

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Bad 84% connected

Bade.

oewn 2023 50% interchangeable

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Bad 84% connected

Bade.

oewn 2023 50% interchangeable

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Badness 74% connected

The state of being bad.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Badness 74% connected

The state of being bad.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Blue 92% connected

Having the color of the clear sky, or a hue resembling it, whether lighter or darker; as, the deep, blue sea; as blue as a sapphire; blue violets.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

Open English WordNet places these words in at least one shared synset. They share a lexicalised sense, but context, register and collocation should still be checked before substitution.

Gamy 92% connected

Having the flavor of game, esp. of game kept uncooked till near the condition of tainting; high-flavored.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

Open English WordNet places these words in at least one shared synset. They share a lexicalised sense, but context, register and collocation should still be checked before substitution.

Juicy 92% connected

A bounding with juice; succulent.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Racy 92% connected

Having a strong flavor indicating origin; of distinct characteristic taste; tasting of the soil; hence, fresh; rich.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

Open English WordNet places these words in at least one shared synset. They share a lexicalised sense, but context, register and collocation should still be checked before substitution.

Spicy 92% connected

Flavored with, or containing, spice or spices; fragrant; aromatic; as, spicy breezes.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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