1
discordant(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
1
dismal
1
disturbing
1
down(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
1
downcast
1
drab
1
dragging(inadequate, inappropriate, unhealthy, unsuitable, unlikely)
1
dying
1
evil-starred
1
feeble(inadequate, inappropriate, unhealthy, unsuitable, unlikely)
1
flimsy(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
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fragile(adjective, poor, small, insignificant, unimportant)
1
futureless
1
ghastly
1
hardly possible
1
harsh(miserable, negative, austere, disapproving, uncomplimentary)
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hostile(negative, warning, threatening, disapproving, worrying)
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ill-adapted(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
1
ill-equipped(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
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ill-suited(adjective, inadequate, useless, inappropriate, unhealthy)
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