Describing Qualities

realistic B1

/ˌɹɪəˈlɪs.tɪk/ Sensible and practical about what can actually be done or expected. M S

demonstrate B1

/ɖᵻˈmɔns.ʈreʈ/ To clearly show that something is true or real. M S

sheer B1

/ʃɪɚ/ Used to emphasize how great or pure an amount, degree, or quality is. M S

ant B1

[ɛənt] A small insect that lives in large, organized groups underground. M S

ape B1

/eɪp/ A large primate such as a gorilla or chimpanzee, without a tail. M S

camel B1

/ˈkæm(ə)l/ A large desert animal with one or two humps on its back, used for carrying people and goods. M S

strangely B1

/ˈstɹeɪnd͡ʒli/ In an unusual or surprising way. M S

gifted B1

/ˈɡɪftɪd/ Having a special natural ability or talent. M S

obtain B1

/əbˈteɪn/ To get something, especially by making an effort. M S

gorilla B1

/ɡəˈɹɪl.ə/ A very large, powerful ape that lives in the forests of central Africa. M S

neutral B1

/ˈnuː.tɹəl/ Not supporting either side in an argument or conflict. M S

surprisingly B1

/səˈpɹaɪzɪŋli/ In a way that is unexpected or causes surprise. M S

slavery B1

/ˈsleɪvəɹi/ The system of owning people as property and forcing them to work. M S

marble B1

/ˈmɑɹ.bəl/ A hard, smooth stone, often white or patterned, used in buildings and statues. M S

curly B1

/ˈkɝli/ Having curls; growing or shaped in curves rather than straight. M S

relatively B1

/ˈɹɛl.ə.tɪv.li/ To a fairly large or noticeable degree; quite. M S

apparent B1

/əˈpæɹ.ənt/ Easy to see or understand; clear and obvious. M S

flute B1

/flu(ː)t/ A musical instrument shaped like a long tube, played by blowing across a hole near one end. M S

kitten B1

/ˈkɪt.n̩/ A young cat. M S

curve B1

/kɚv/ A smooth bend in a line, road, or surface, without sharp angles. M S

breeding B1

/ˈbɹiːdɪŋ/ The keeping of animals or plants in order to produce young or new types. M S

handkerchief B1

/ˈhæŋkɚt͡ʃəf/ A small square piece of cloth used for wiping your nose, eyes, or face. M S

considerable B1

/kənˈsɪdəɹəbl̩/ Large in amount, size, or degree. M S

positively B1

/ˈpɑ.zɪ.tɪv.li/ In a hopeful or optimistic way. M S

vague B1

/veɪɡ/ Not clear or exact; not giving enough detail. M S

insight B1

/ˈɪnsaɪ̯t/ A clear, deep understanding of a person, situation, or subject. M S

repeatedly B1

/ɹɪˈpiːtɪdli/ Many times; again and again. M S

moss B1

/mɔs/ A small, soft, green plant with no flowers that grows in thick patches on damp ground, trees and stones. M S

sponge B1

/spʌnd͡ʒ/ A soft, porous material used for washing or soaking up liquid. M S

calf B1

/kæf/ A young cow. M S

severely B1

/səˈvɪrli/ To a very serious or great degree. M S

determination B1

/dɪˌtɝːməˈneɪʃən/ The quality of trying hard to do something and not giving up. M S

beaver B1

/ˈbivɚ/ A large furry animal with a flat tail that lives near water and builds dams. M S

bronze B1

/bɹɑnz/ A hard reddish-brown metal made by mixing copper and tin M S

capsule B1

/ˈkæps(ə)l/ A small, smooth case containing medicine that you swallow whole. M S

firmly B1

/ˈfɝmli/ In a strong, definite way that shows determination. M S

diaper B1

/ˈdaɪ(ə)pɚ/ A soft cloth or padded garment worn around a baby's bottom to absorb urine and waste; a nappy. M S

frequently B1

/ˈfriːkwəntli/ Often; many times. M S

transformation B1

/ˌtɹæns.fɔɹˈmeɪ.ʃən/ A complete change in the appearance, character, or condition of someone or something, often for the better. M S

limp B1

/lɪmp/ To walk unevenly because one leg is hurt or weak. M S

declaration B1

/ˌdek.ləˈɹæɪ.ʃən/ A formal or strong statement announcing something. M S

substantial B1

/səbˈstænʃəl/ Large in amount, size, or importance. M S

athletic B1

/æθˈlɛtɪk/ Having a strong, fit, and muscular body. M S

steep B1

/stiːp/ Rising or falling sharply at a high angle. M S

furthermore B1

/ˈfɝ.ðɚˌmoɹ/ In addition; what is more (used to add another point). M S

abnormal B1

/ˌæbˈnɔɹ.ml̩/ different from what is normal or expected, often in a worrying way M S

bandage B1

/ˈbændɪd͡ʒ/ A strip of soft material wrapped around a wound or injury to protect it. M S

tightly B1

/ˈtaɪtli/ Firmly and securely; in a way that is hard to move or undo. M S

paddle B1

/ˈpædl̩/ To move a boat through water using a paddle or your hands. M S

typically B1

/ˈtəp.ə.kə.li/ Usually; in most cases. M S

mischief B1

/ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/ Playful behaviour that causes small trouble or annoyance, especially by children. M S

lettuce B1

/ˈlɛt.ɪs/ A plant with large green leaves that are eaten raw in salads. M S

conclude B1

/kənˈkluːd/ to decide that something is true after thinking about it M S

remark B1

/ɹɪˈmɑɹk/ A short spoken or written comment about something. M S

rewrite B1

/ˈɹi.ɹaɪt/ To write something again in a different or better way. M S

inject B1

/ɪnˈd͡ʒɛkt/ To put a drug or other liquid into the body using a needle. M S

fluffy B1

/ˈflʌfi/ covered with or resembling soft, light fibers, fur, feathers, or down M S

professionally B1

/prəˈfɛʃənəli/ in a professional manner M S

intensive B1

/ˌɪnˈtɛnsɪv/ involving a lot of work or effort in a short time; highly concentrated. M S

animation B1

/ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/ The process of making films or images in which drawings or computer pictures appear to move. M S

toothpaste B1

/ˈtuθpeɪst/ A soft substance used with a toothbrush to clean the teeth. M S

vivid B1

/ˈvɪvɪd/ Producing clear, strong, lifelike images in the mind. M S

memorable B1

/ˈmɛm.(ə)ɹə.bl̩/ Worth remembering because it is special, important, or remarkable. M S

middle-aged B1

/ˌmɪdl̩ˈeɪd͡ʒd/ Being roughly between 45 and 65 years old; neither young nor old. M S

continuous B1

/kənˈtɪn.juː.əs/ Happening or existing without any break or interruption. M S

maple B1

/ˈmæɪpəl/ A tree with broad leaves and winged seeds, common in cooler regions. M S

distinction B1

/dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/ A clear difference between two or more things. M S

newborn B1

/ˈnuːbɔrn/ Recently born. M S

slogan B1

/ˈsloʊɡən/ A short, memorable phrase used in advertising. M S

ivory B1

/ˈaɪv(ə)ɹi/ The hard, smooth, white substance that forms the tusks of elephants M S

sparkle B1

/ˈspɑɹ.kəl/ To shine with many small points of light; to twinkle. M S

unexpectedly B1

/ʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli/ In a way that was not expected; surprisingly. M S

thump B1

/θʌmp/ A heavy, dull sound made when something hits a surface. M S

proportion B1

/pɹəˈpɔɹʃən/ A part of a whole, especially when compared to the rest. M S

unclear B1

/ʌnˈklɪɚ/ Not easy to understand or know for certain. M S

saucer B1

/ˈsɔ.səɹ/ A small shallow dish that a cup sits on. M S

largely B1

/ˈlɑɹd͡ʒ.li/ Mostly; for the most part. M S

wildly B1

/ˈwaɪldli/ In an uncontrolled or violent way. M S

sticker B1

/ˈstɪkɚ/ A small piece of paper or plastic with a picture or words on it, with glue on the back so it can be stuck onto a surface. M S

fragment B1

/ˈfɹæɡmənt/ A small piece broken off from something larger. M S

mash B1

/mæʃ/ To crush food into a soft, smooth mass. M S

hardship B1

/ˈhɑɹdˌʃɪp/ A situation that is difficult to live through, especially because of money or harsh conditions. M S

cushion B1

/ˈkʉʃən/ A soft bag filled with material, used to sit or lie on for comfort. M S

abstract B1

/ˈæbˌstɹækt/ based on general ideas rather than real or practical things M S

primarily B1

/pɹaɪˈmɛɹ.əli/ Mainly; for the most part. M S

basin B1

/ˈbeɪsən/ A large round bowl used for holding water, especially for washing. M S

giraffe B1

/dʒɪˈɹaf/ A tall African animal with a very long neck and legs and spotted skin. M S

renew B1

/ɹəˈnjuː/ To extend the period of something, such as a contract, license, or library loan. M S

accuracy B1

/ˈæk.jɚ.ə.si/ The quality of being correct and free from mistakes. M S

unusually B1

/ʌnˈjuːʒuəli/ To a degree that is greater than normal; remarkably M S

pottery B1

/ˈpɑtəɹi/ Objects such as bowls and pots made from clay and baked until hard. M S

continuously B1

/kənˈtɪnjuəsli/ Without any pause or break. M S

narrative B1

/ˈnæɹətɪv/ A story or an account of connected events. M S

excellence B1

/ˈɛksələns/ The quality of being extremely good at something. M S

bravely B1

/ˈbɹeɪvli/ In a way that shows courage. M S

steadily B1

/ˈstɛdɪli/ At a regular, continuous rate without sudden changes. M S