Describing Appearance

oriented at 90° to the horizontal plane

The upright tombstone leaned slightly after the storm.

to bend the upper side of the body forward and make a rounded back

As the storm approached, people hunched against the wind and rain, trying to shield themselves.

having quick and skillful movements

The chef's deft knife skills were evident in the perfectly sliced vegetables.

slowly and without much energy, sometimes in an attractive way

She moved languidly across the dance floor, swaying to the music.

quick and light in movement or action

The nimble squirrel darted between branches with ease.

wood that has been cut into specific pieces to be used for building purposes

moving in a way that is awkward and not smooth

His ungainly attempts at dancing drew laughter from the crowd.

to adopt a drooping, slumped, or lazy posture

He tended to slouch in his chair during long meetings, which often gave the impression of disinterest.

slender, flexible, and graceful in movement

The lithe gymnast executed complex routines with precision and ease.

slender and flexible, able to bend or move smoothly and with elegance

The dancer's supple movements held the audience spellbound.

to build or assemble a structure or object in an upright position

The construction crew worked diligently to erect a new office building in the city center.

bad-tempered, gloomy, and usually silent

After losing the game, he sat in the corner with a sullen expression, refusing to talk to anyone.

to show a facial expression that signifies shame or pain

He winced as he touched the hot stove with his bare hand.

a smile or remark directed at someone as a sign of mockery or disrespect

His sneer made it clear he thought the idea was foolish.

a long bar of iron or metal that supports the weight of a building

The construction workers carefully lifted the steel beam into place, securing it to the framework of the building.

the act of looking with the eyes partly closed, often to see more clearly

someone's face or facial expression

His countenance showed deep sadness after the loss of his beloved pet.

the natural color and appearance of someone's skin, especially the face

Her fair complexion was complemented by her rosy cheeks.

to twist our face in an ugly way because of pain, strong dislike, etc., or when trying to be funny

As the comedian told the joke, the audience grimaced in a mixture of amusement and discomfort.

to smile widely in a way that displays the teeth

He couldn't contain his excitement and began to grin from ear to ear.

to give a half-smile, often displaying satisfaction, superiority, or amusement

He couldn't hide his satisfaction and smirked at the success of his plan.

to become red in the face, especially as a result of shyness or shame

She couldn't help but blush when complimented on her performance.

to look or stare at someone angrily

The teacher glowered at the students who were talking during the test.

(of a person) slightly fat and heavy

The stout man lumbered down the street, his heavyset figure moving with determination.

(of a woman) small in an attractive way

She had a petite frame, with delicate features and slender limbs.

(especially of a man) having a short but quite solid figure with thick muscles

The stocky wrestler easily lifted his opponents off the ground.

(of a person) physically strong with well-developed muscles

The brawny construction worker effortlessly lifted heavy beams and carried them across the site.

excessively overweight or obese

The king's corpulent figure filled the grand throne.

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

She had a plump face with rosy cheeks that gave her a youthful appearance.

having a lean and muscular physique, characterized by strength and agility

The sinewy athlete sprinted effortlessly across the finish line, her muscles rippling with each stride.

to attract or tempt someone, particularly by offering or showing something appealing

The luxurious resort allured tourists with its stunning beaches and lavish amenities.

(of a woman) having large breasts, wide hips and a narrow waist

The curvaceous actress sashayed down the red carpet, turning heads with her hourglass figure.

sexually attractive and very seductive

The model's luscious hair cascaded down her back, drawing attention to her stunning features.

a baked dessert consisting of apples in a deep dish, covered with a rich crust

She served a warm dowdy with cinnamon ice cream for dessert.

extremely attractive and pleasing

She wore a ravishing red gown that turned heads as soon as she entered the ballroom.

(of land or terrain) rough, uneven, and often difficult to navigate, with features such as steep slopes or rocky surfaces

The rugged mountains were difficult to climb.

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

After a long day of hiking, his clothes looked scruffy and covered in dust.

(of a woman's body) curvy and attractive with full breasts and wide hips

The actress's voluptuous figure graced the cover of magazines, captivating readers with her beauty.

having a naturally dark face or complexion

The swarthy sailor had weather-beaten skin from years spent at sea.

a mark or spot on something or someone's skin that spoils the appearance

Her flawless complexion had no blemishes or imperfections.

an area of skin that has turned hard and rough by being constantly exposed to friction

The weightlifter's palms were covered in thick calluses from lifting heavy weights.