Downright
Downright adjective - Having no exceptions or restrictions.
Usage example: that's a downright lie, and you know it
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- When Donna is critically injured in a carbombing in Gaza, Josh's contribution to the political discussion is simple and downright vicious.
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Kenshiro and Raoh of Fist of the North Star are masters of this trope.A simple frown of them is downright scary (especially if you know what they are capable of).
Source: Death Glare - Even something as simple as an antidepressant can make a person less emotional or even downright Straw Vulcan with a sufficient dose.
Source: Cybernetics Eat Your Soul
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