Lingo

Useful Adjectives

37 Words

19m

absolute
1.
ab
so
lute
Adjective

complete and total, with no imperfections or exceptions

The painting depicted the landscape with absolute realism, capturing every tiny detail.

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accurate
2.
a
ccu
rate
Adjective

(of measurements, information, etc.) free from errors and matching facts

The scientist presented an accurate report based on years of research.

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actual
3.
ac
tual
Adjective

existing in reality rather than being theoretical or imaginary

Despite the rumors, the actual cost of the project was within the budget.

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additional
4.
a
ddi
tio
nal
Adjective

added or extra to what is already present or available

They needed to purchase additional supplies to complete the project.

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advance
5.
ad
vance
Noun

progress or improvement in a particular area

The company's technological advance has been remarkable this year.

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apparent
6.
a
ppa
rent
Adjective

easy to see or notice

His apparent discomfort was evident from his body language.

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appropriate
7.
app
rop
riate
Adjective

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

Wearing casual attire is appropriate for a picnic.

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blind
8.
blind
Adjective

not able to see

The blind man navigates the city using a white cane and a guide dog.

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brief
9.
brief
Verb

to give someone essential information or instructions about a particular subject or task

Before the meeting, the manager will brief the team on the agenda and key discussion points.

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broad
10.
broad
Adjective

having a large distance between one side and another

His shoulders were broad, giving him a powerful and imposing appearance.

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capable
11.
ca
pa
ble
Adjective

having the ability or capacity to do something

She is a capable leader, able to guide her team through challenges with confidence.

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characteristic
12.
cha
rac
te
ris
tic
Noun

a notable feature or quality that defines or describes something

Her kindness is a characteristic everyone notices.

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chief
13.
chief
Adjective

having the highest importance

The chief concern of the community is addressing unemployment among young people.

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complicate
14.
comp
li
cate
Verb

to make something harder to understand or deal with

Introducing a new software halfway through the project might complicate our progress.

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concern
15.
concern
Noun

a subject of significance or interest to someone or something

Environmental issues are a major concern for many people.

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confuse
16.
con
fuse
Verb

to misunderstand or mistake a thing as something else or a person for someone else

She confused her coworker's instructions with those of her manager, leading to a mix-up in the project requirements.

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conscious
17.
cons
cious
Adjective

aware of and responsive to one's surroundings

After the fall, she was fully conscious and able to speak.

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constant
18.
cons
tant
Adjective

happening continuously without stopping for a long time

The constant noise from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate.

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corporate
19.
cor
po
rate
Adjective

involving a large company

The corporate headquarters of the company are located in New York City.

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crucial
20.
cru
cial
Adjective

extremely important or essential

Time management is crucial for meeting deadlines.

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deliberate
21.
de
li
be
rate
Adjective

done on purpose

His deliberate choice of words conveyed a sense of seriousness.

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detail
22.
de
tail
Verb

to explain something thoroughly and with specific information

In the report, the researcher detailed the methodology used in the experiment, ensuring transparency and reproducibility.

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downward
23.
down
ward
Adjective

moving or situated toward a lower point or area in space

The downward motion of the elevator made me feel a bit uneasy.

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efficient
24.
e
ffi
cient
Adjective

(of a person) capable of performing tasks with the least amount of wasted time, effort, or resources

By implementing new organizational systems, she was able to become more efficient at managing her workload.

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entire
25.
en
tire
Adjective

involving or describing the whole of something

She spent the entire day cleaning the house, leaving no corner untouched.

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ethical
26.
e
thi
cal
Adjective

according to moral duty and obligations

It is important for businesses to make ethical decisions that consider the well-being of all stakeholders.

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even
27.
e
ven
Adjective

(of a number) able to be divided by two without leaving a remainder

Four is an even number because you can divide it by two.

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executive
28.
e
xec
u
tive
Noun

a person in a high-ranking position who is responsible for making important decisions in a company or organization

She works as a senior executive in a global firm.

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extraordinary
29.
ext
ra
or
di
na
ry
Adjective

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

The chef's culinary skills were extraordinary, creating dishes that delighted the palate.

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flexible
30.
flex
i
ble
Adjective

capable of bending easily without breaking

The flexible plastic tubing is used to transport liquids in laboratories and industries.

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fold
31.
fold
Verb

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

She carefully folded the letter before placing it in the envelope for mailing.

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former
32.
for
mer
Adjective

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

The former president of the company retired last year.

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so-called
33.
so
called
Adjective

used to express one's disapproval of a name or term given to someone or something because one believes it is inappropriate

The so-called experts on social media often lack credible credentials.

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neat
34.
neat
Adjective

carefully arranged and in order

She kept her desk neat and organized, with everything in its proper place.

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bizarre
35.
bi
zarre
Adjective

strange or unexpected in appearance, style, or behavior

The bizarre sculpture in the park, with its surreal combination of animal and human features, intrigued passersby.

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superficial
36.
su
per
fi
cial
Adjective

appearing to have a certain quality, yet lacking it in reality

His apologies seemed superficial and insincere.

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out of sight
37.
out of sight
Adjective

hidden or no longer visible to one

The thief slipped away from the scene of the crime and was out of sight before anyone noticed.

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