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bete

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A popular slang term used to describe someone who is exceptionally skilled in a particular area or activity.

Sample Sentence: He is the bete of the basketball court, effortlessly sinking every shot.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to something or someone that is greatly disliked or detested.

Sample Sentence: I find the smell of durian to be absolutely bete.

Sense 2: Referring to something that is locally unpopular or not well-liked.

Sample Sentence: Due to its controversial subject matter, the movie turned out to be bete among the conservative community.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To make a risky or daring wager on an outcome or event.

Sample Sentence: He decided to bete his entire savings on a single horse race.