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incautious(adjective, rude, careless, anxious, careful)
8
insistent(adjective, resolute, tenacious)
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persevering(adjective, resolute, tenacious)
8
powerful(adjective, strong, severe, intense, violent)
8
resolved(verb, adjective, resolute)
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sheer(adjective, abrupt, horizontal)
8
smart-alecky(adjective, smart, attitude, informal, rude)
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staunch(adjective, firm, determined, vigorous, noble)
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unashamed(adjective, rude, corrupt, coarse, improper)
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uncivil(adjective, offensive, rude, fresh, unsuitable)
8
vigorous(adjective, tough, keen, smart, energetic)
7
wise(adjective, close, open, cool, free)
7
bluff
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contumelious(adjective, mean, cool, smart, attitude)
7
derisive(adjective, ridiculous, pitiful, arrogant, insolent)
7
frank(adjective, honest, immodest)
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indefatigable(adjective, resolute, tenacious)
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madcap(adjective, careless, anxious, worried, thoughtless)
7
open(adjective, close, clear, direct, free)
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outspoken(adjective, insolent)
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