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Amused

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pleasurably entertained, occupied, or diverted.

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Amiable

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having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities; affable

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appreciation

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gratitude; thankful recognition

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Authoritative

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having the sanction or weight of authority

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Benevolent

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characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings

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Brave

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possessing or exhibiting courage or courageous endurance.

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Calm

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without rough motion; still or nearly still

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Cheerful

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promoting or inducing cheer; pleasant; bright: cheerful surroundings.

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Cheery

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in good spirits; gay.

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Compassionate

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a feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering.

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Complimentary

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of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering

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Confident

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having strong belief or full assurance; sure

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Consoling

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to alleviate or lessen the grief, sorrow, or disappointment of; give solace or comfort

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Content

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satisfied with what one is or has; not wanting more or anything else.

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Dreamy

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of the nature of or characteristic of dreams; visionary.

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Ecstatic

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rapturous delight.

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Encouraging

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to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence

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Energetic

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possessing or exhibiting energy, especially in abundance; vigorous

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Enthusiastic

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absorbing or controlling possession of the mind by any interest or pursuit; lively interest

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Excited

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stirred emotionally; agitated

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Exuberant

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effusively and almost uninhibitedly enthusiastic; lavishly abundant

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Fanciful

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imagination or fantasy, especially as exercised in a capricious manner.

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Friendly

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favorably disposed; inclined to approve, help, or support

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Happy

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delighted, pleased, or glad, as over a particular thing

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Hopeful

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the feeling that what is wanted can be had or that events will turn out for the best

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Impassioned

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filled with intense feeling or passion; passionate; ardent.

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Jovial

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endowed with or characterized by a hearty, joyous humor or a spirit of good-fellowship

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Joyful

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the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying; keen pleasure; elation

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Jubilant

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showing great joy, satisfaction, or triumph; rejoicing; exultant: the cheers of the jubilant victors

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Lighthearted

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carefree; cheerful; gay

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Optimistic

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disposed to take a favorable view of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome.

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Passionate

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having, compelled by, or ruled by intense emotion or strong feeling; fervid

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Peaceful

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a state of mutual harmony between people or groups, especially in personal relations

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Playful

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full of play or fun; sportive; frolicsome.

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Pleasant

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pleasing, agreeable, or enjoyable; giving pleasure

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Proud

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feeling pleasure or satisfaction over something regarded as highly honorable or creditable to oneself (often followed by of, an infinitive, or a clause).

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Relaxed

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being free of or relieved from tension or anxiety: in a relaxed mood.

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Reverent

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a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.

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Romantic

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fanciful; impractical; unrealistic

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Soothing

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to tranquilize or calm, as a person or the feelings; relieve, comfort, or refresh: soothing someone’s anger; to soothe someone with a hot drink.

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Surprised

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to strike or occur to with a sudden feeling of wonder or astonishment, as through unexpectedness

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Sweet

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having the taste or flavor characteristic of sugar, honey, etc.

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Sympathetic

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characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing; compassionate: a sympathetic listener.

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Vibrant

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moving to and fro rapidly

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Whimsical

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erratic; unpredictable

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