noun

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Good / Exciting

shindig - A large, lively party, especially one celebrating something

The festive shindig was attended by everyone celebrating New Year's Eve.

verb

See noun

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Other / Sound

shriek - Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement

Wendell shrieked when he found out he was getting his favorite toy for Christmas.

noun

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Bad / Aggressive

shrew - A woman who is argumentative, nagging, and ill tempered.

Barry liked Martha a lot, but he decided not to marry her when he realized what an aggressive shrew she was.

adjective

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Bad / Disgusting

seedy - Sordid and disreputable

The graffiti on the walls was the first sign that this was a seedy neighborhood.

noun

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Bad / Stupid

shmo - A stupid person

Even though he is a loving father and husband, Homer Simpson is still viewed as a simple-minded shmo who has trouble with ordinary tasks.

noun

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Bad / Dishonest

shenanigans - Secret or dishonest activity or maneuvering

Because of Wall Street's shenanigans, the American economy collapsed in 2008.

noun

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Good / Exciting

shebang - A matter, operation, or set of circumstances

Self-published writers are responsible for the whole shebang by not only writing the book, but also editing and marketing it as well.

adjective

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Bad / Disgusting

scuzzy - Dirty and unpleasant

The realtor was shocked to discover the scuzzy apartment that was meant to be shown to new clients.

adjective

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Good / Smart-Adj

shrewd - Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute

Steve Jobs was a shrewd businessman who saw the digital revolution coming before most people did.

adjective

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Bad / Dirty

shabby - In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care

Tom didn't like walking around because people would see his shabby shoes that were falling apart.

adjective

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Bad / Disorganized

shoddy - Badly made or done

Sergei had to hire another contractor to fix the shoddy work the previous one had done.

noun

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Bad / War

showdown - A final test or confrontation intended to settle a dispute

In the Wild West, a final showdown between the good guys and bad guys was how they settled their differences.

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