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Unit 7 - 7C

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ethereal
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lilting
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brisk
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frenetic
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sluggish
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surging
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raucous
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catchy
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jarring
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jaunty
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mellow
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menacing
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soppy
Ethereal
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/ɪˈθɪɹiəɫ/
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extremely delicate, light, as if it belongs to a heavenly realm

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The ethereal music of the flute floated through the room, creating a sense of calm.
She wore a gown made of ethereal fabric that seemed to shimmer in the moonlight.
Lilting
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/lˈɪltɪŋ/

a cheerful, rhythmic, and melodious quality in music or speech that has a pleasant effect

Brisk
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/ˈbɹɪsk/

quick and energetic in movement or action

Frenetic
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/fɹəˈnɛtɪk/

fast-paced, frantic, and filled with intense energy or activity

sluggish
Sluggish
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/ˈsɫəɡɪʃ/

moving, responding, or functioning at a slow pace

Surging
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/ˈsɝdʒɪŋ/

experiencing a strong and rapid increase or movement

Raucous
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/ˈɹɔkəs/

(of a sound) loud, harsh, and unpleasant to the ears

Catchy
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/ˈkæˌtʃi/

(of a song or phrase) having a memorable and appealing quality

Jarring
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/ˈdʒɑɹɪŋ/

(of a sound) so harsh and unpleasant that creates a strong sense of disturbance

Jaunty
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/ˈdʒɔnti/

appearing cheerful, lively, and full of confidence

Mellow
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/ˈmɛɫoʊ/

(of a color, sound, or flavor) soft or gentle, often creating a sense of warmth and calmness

menacing
Menacing
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/ˈmɛnəsɪŋ/

appearing threatening or dangerous

Soppy
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/sˈɑːpi/

emotional in a way that might be considered overly romantic or sentimental

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