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Describing Qualities

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influential B2
/ˌɪnfluˈɛnʃəl/ Having a lot of power to affect people, decisions, or events. Meaning Off Sound Off
competent B2
/ˈkɒmpətənt/ Having enough skill, knowledge, or ability to do something well. Meaning Off Sound Off
unnatural B2
/ʌnˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹəl/ Not normal; different from what usually happens in nature Meaning Off Sound Off
sparkling B2
/ˈspɑɹkl̩ɪŋ/ Shining brightly with many small points of light. Meaning Off Sound Off
unlimited B2
/ʌnˈlɪm.ɪ.tɪd/ Having no limit; as much as you want. Meaning Off Sound Off
remarkably B2
/ɹɪˈmɑɹkəbli/ To a surprising or impressive degree. Meaning Off Sound Off
financially B2
/fəˈnænʃəli/ In a way that relates to money or finances. Meaning Off Sound Off
contemporary B2
/kənˈtɛm.pəˌɹɛɹ.i/ Belonging to the present time; modern. Meaning Off Sound Off
everlasting B2
/ˌɛvəɹˈlæstɪŋ/ Lasting forever; never ending. Meaning Off Sound Off
cooperative B2
/kuˈɑp.ɹətɪv/ Willing to work with others and be helpful. Meaning Off Sound Off
neural B2
/ˈnʊrəl/ relating to nerves, neurons, or the nervous system Meaning Off Sound Off
rural B2
/ˈɹʊɹ.əl/ Relating to the countryside rather than the city. Meaning Off Sound Off
impulsive B2
/ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/ Acting suddenly on feelings, without thinking about the results. Meaning Off Sound Off
blaze B2
/bleɪz/ A large, strong, bright fire. Meaning Off Sound Off
offshore B2
/ɒfˈʃɔː(ɹ)/ Located in the sea, away from the coast. Meaning Off Sound Off
first-class B2
/ˌfɝːstˈklæs/ of the highest quality; excellent Meaning Off Sound Off
last-minute B2
/ˌlæˈsmɪnət/ Done or happening at the latest possible time before an event. Meaning Off Sound Off
irrational B2
/ɪˈɹæʃ.(ə.)nəl/ Not based on clear thinking or good reasons Meaning Off Sound Off
mathematical B2
/ˌmæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪ.kəl/ Relating to mathematics. Meaning Off Sound Off
decisive B2
/dɪˈsɪsɪv/ Able to make choices quickly and firmly. Meaning Off Sound Off
symbolic B2
/sɪmˈbɑːlɪk/ Standing for or representing something else, often an idea or feeling. Meaning Off Sound Off
shaky B2
/ˈʃeɪki/ Shaking or trembling, often from weakness, fear, or illness. Meaning Off Sound Off
barren B2
/ˈbæɹən/ Having poor soil where few plants can grow; empty and bare. Meaning Off Sound Off
patriotic B2
/peɪ.tɹiˈɑ.tɪk/ Feeling or showing great love and support for your country. Meaning Off Sound Off
reluctant B2
/ɹɪˈlʌktənt/ Not wanting to do something; unwilling. Meaning Off Sound Off
balanced B2
/ˈbælənst/ Having different parts in the right proportions; not too much of any one thing. Meaning Off Sound Off
miniature B2
/ˈmɪnɪt͡ʃə/ Much smaller than the usual size. Meaning Off Sound Off
winding B2
/ˈwaɪndɪŋ/ Having many turns and bends; not straight. Meaning Off Sound Off
soaking B2
/ˈsoʊkɪŋ/ Extremely wet; completely wet through. Meaning Off Sound Off
amazingly B2
/əˈmeɪzɪŋli/ In a way that causes great surprise; surprisingly. Meaning Off Sound Off
eligible B2
/ˈɛl.ə.d͡ʒə.bəl/ Having the right to do or receive something because you meet the necessary conditions. Meaning Off Sound Off
transparent B2
/tɹænsˈpæɹənt/ Allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be seen clearly. Meaning Off Sound Off
preferably B2
/ˈpɹɛf.ɹəˌbli/ Used to say which choice you would like more if it is possible. Meaning Off Sound Off
catastrophic B2
/ˌkætəˈstɹɑfɪk/ Causing terrible damage, suffering, or destruction. Meaning Off Sound Off
troublesome B2
/ˈtɹʌbəlsəm/ Causing difficulty, worry, or annoyance. Meaning Off Sound Off
colonial B2
/kəˈloʊ.njəl/ Relating to a time when a country ruled and controlled other lands as colonies. Meaning Off Sound Off
exclusively B2
/ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/ Only and not in any other way; solely. Meaning Off Sound Off
witty B2
/ˈwɪti/ Clever and amusing in a quick way. Meaning Off Sound Off
unstoppable B2
/ʌnˈstɔ.pə.bəl/ Impossible to stop Meaning Off Sound Off
biblical B2
/ˈbɪblɪkəl/ relating to, contained in, or characteristic of the Bible Meaning Off Sound Off
convertible B2
/kənˈvɝtəbəl/ capable of being changed, exchanged, or treated as equivalent to another form Meaning Off Sound Off
chaotic B2
/keɪˈɑtɪk/ Completely confused and disorganized. Meaning Off Sound Off
overly B2
/ˈoʊvɝli/ To too great a degree; more than is suitable. Meaning Off Sound Off
picky B2
/ˈpɪki/ Very fussy; only happy when things are exactly the way you want them. Meaning Off Sound Off
proudly B2
/ˈpɹaʊdli/ In a way that shows pride or satisfaction. Meaning Off Sound Off
rosy B2
/ˈɹoʊzi/ Pink and healthy-looking, especially of cheeks or skin. Meaning Off Sound Off
accordingly B2
/əˈkɔɹ.dɪŋ.li/ As a result; for that reason. Meaning Off Sound Off
rightly B2
/ˈraɪtli/ Correctly; for good reason. Meaning Off Sound Off
obedient B2
/əˈbidiənt/ Willing to do what you are told by someone in authority. Meaning Off Sound Off
satisfactory B2
/sætɪsˈfækt(ə)ɹi/ Good enough for a particular purpose; acceptable. Meaning Off Sound Off
comfortably B2
/ˈkʌmftɚbli/ In a way that feels physically relaxed and pleasant. Meaning Off Sound Off
verbal B2
/ˈvɝ.bəl/ Spoken rather than written. Meaning Off Sound Off
imperative B2
/ɪmˈpɛɹ.ə.tɪv/ Extremely important and necessary; something that must be done. Meaning Off Sound Off
dramatically B2
/drəˈmætɪkli/ Suddenly and to a large, noticeable degree. Meaning Off Sound Off
truthful B2
/ˈtɹuːθ.f(ə)l/ Honest and telling the truth. Meaning Off Sound Off
rhythmic B2
/ˈɹɪð.mɪk/ Having a regular, repeated pattern of sounds or movements. Meaning Off Sound Off
preposterous B2
/pɹəˈpɑstəɹəs/ Completely unreasonable; ridiculous. Meaning Off Sound Off
functional B2
/ˈfʌŋkt͡ʃənəl/ Working properly; in good working order. Meaning Off Sound Off
heartbroken B2
/ˈhɑːrtˌbroʊkən/ overwhelmed by grief, disappointment, or emotional loss Meaning Off Sound Off
metropolitan B2
/ˌmet.rəˈpɑː.lə.tən/ relating to a large city or to the densely populated area surrounding it Meaning Off Sound Off
indifferent B2
/ɪnˈdɪf.ɹənt/ Not interested in or caring about something. Meaning Off Sound Off
postal B2
[ˈpoʊstl̩] Relating to the system of collecting and delivering mail. Meaning Off Sound Off
unreliable B2
/ˌʌn.ɹəˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/ Not able to be trusted or depended on Meaning Off Sound Off
prehistoric B2
/ˌpriːhɪˈstɔrɪk/ Belonging to the time before history was written down. Meaning Off Sound Off
cellular B2
/ˈsɛl.ju.lɚ/ characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organization) Meaning Off Sound Off
morally B2
/ˈmɔɹəli/ In terms of what is right and wrong. Meaning Off Sound Off
casually B2
/ˈkæʒuəli/ In a relaxed way, without showing much concern. Meaning Off Sound Off
youthful B2
/ˈjuːθfəl/ Young, or looking and seeming young. Meaning Off Sound Off
reasonably B2
/ˈɹiː.zən.ə.bli/ Fairly; to a fair or satisfactory degree. Meaning Off Sound Off
flawless B2
/ˈflɔ.ləs/ Perfect, with no faults or mistakes. Meaning Off Sound Off
ethnic B2
/ˈɛθ.nɪk/ Relating to a group of people who share the same race, culture, language, or national background. Meaning Off Sound Off
stingy B2
/ˈstɪnd͡ʒi/ Unwilling to spend money or share things; not generous. Meaning Off Sound Off
administrative B2
/ədˈmɪn.əˌstɹeɪ.tɪv/ Relating to the management or organization of a business, institution, or system. Meaning Off Sound Off
compassionate B2
/kəmˈpæʃənət/ Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for people who are suffering. Meaning Off Sound Off
uncommon B2
/ʌnˈkɒmən/ Not happening or found very often; rare. Meaning Off Sound Off
ironically B2
/aɪˈɹɑnɪkli/ Used to point out that something is the opposite of what you would expect Meaning Off Sound Off
shabby B2
/ˈʃæbi/ Worn out, untidy, or in poor condition because of age or neglect. Meaning Off Sound Off
blooming B2
/ˈbluːmɪŋ/ Producing flowers; in flower. Meaning Off Sound Off
compatible B2
/kəmˈpætəbəl/ Able to be used together with something else without problems. Meaning Off Sound Off
obsessive B2
/əbˈsɛs.ɪv/ Thinking about one thing or doing one activity far too much. Meaning Off Sound Off
upwards B2
/ˈʌpwɚdz/ Towards a higher position. Meaning Off Sound Off
respiratory B2
/ˈɹɛs.pəɹ.əˌtɔɹ.i/ Relating to breathing or the organs used for breathing. Meaning Off Sound Off
needless B2
/ˈniːdləs/ Not needed and able to be avoided; unnecessary. Meaning Off Sound Off
faulty B2
/ˈfɔlti/ Not working correctly because of a defect. Meaning Off Sound Off
affectionate B2
/əˈfɛkʃənət/ Showing fondness or love towards others. Meaning Off Sound Off
carefree B2
/ˈkɛɚfɹi/ Happy and relaxed because you have no worries or problems. Meaning Off Sound Off
unanimous B2
/juˈnænəməs/ in complete agreement Meaning Off Sound Off
adventurous B2
/ædˈvɛn.t͡ʃɚ.əs/ Willing to try new things and take risks. Meaning Off Sound Off
inevitably B2
/ˌɪˈnɛvətəbli/ In a way that cannot be avoided or prevented. Meaning Off Sound Off
irritated B2
/ˈɪɹ.ɪˌteɪ.tɪd/ Feeling slightly angry or annoyed Meaning Off Sound Off
worldly B2
/ˈwɜː(ɹ)ldli/ Concerned with ordinary life and material things rather than with religion or the spirit. Meaning Off Sound Off
folding B2
/ˈfoʊldɪŋ/ Designed to be folded up so it takes less space. Meaning Off Sound Off
frontal B2
/ˈfɹʌn.tl̩/ belonging to the front part Meaning Off Sound Off
potent B2
/ˈpoʊt(ə)nt/ Having a strong and powerful effect. Meaning Off Sound Off
unavailable B2
/ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/ Not able to be obtained, used, or reached. Meaning Off Sound Off
blindly B2
/ˈblaɪndli/ Without being able to see, or without looking. Meaning Off Sound Off

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