SET 10

Preventing success or development; harmful ; unfavorable.

Relating to a ruler who has absolute power ; Taking no account of other people's wishes or opinions ; domineering.

(Of a country or region) having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs ; Having the freedom to act independently.

Having or showing a narrow or limited outlook ; (of a horse) wearing blinkers.

High-sounding but with little meaning ; inflated.

Acting in a confused or ineffectual way ; incompetent.

Not openly acknowledged or displayed.

(Of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable ; (Of a person) cheerful and friendly ; Jovial.

Curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement.

Feeling or showing that something is unworthy of consideration.

No longer existing or functioning.

Inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true.

Modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence.

(Of laws or their application) excessively harsh and severe.

Smelling extremely unpleasant.

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble ; Secretive.

Ignoring the true complexities of an issue ; Superficial ; (Of success, especially in sport) easily achieved.

Nervously awkward and ungainly.

Producing a great deal of profit.

(Of a sound) pleasingly smooth and musical to hear.

Characterized by pretentious or showy display ; Designed to impress.

(Of a person or organization) seeking to promote the welfare of others ; Generous and benevolent.

Spending money or using resources freely and recklessly ; Wastefully extravagant.

Having a ready insight into and understanding of things.

(Of an action) carried out without real interest, feeling, or effort.

Translucently clear ; Easily understood

Lacking care or attention to duty ; Negligent.

(Of a person) unable to remain still, silent, or submissive, especially because of boredom or dissatisfaction.

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way ; Acting or behaving in a capricious manner.