+25.02 "Have"/ character description Flashcards
extremely large, intense, or serious. It emphasizes that the headache is very strong and difficult to deal with.
a monumental headache
- I Have a monumental headache today.
a woman who is having a sexual relationship with a married man
mistress /ˈmɪs.trəs/
*His wife suspected that the woman she’d seen with him was his mistress.
a young man who is having a romantic or sexual relationship with an older woman
toy boy
- Pam turned up at the party with her new toy boy.
idiom: to dislike them and treat them unfairly or try to cause them problems
have it in for someone
- She’s always had it in for me.
idiom: to talk to someone about something they have done that makes you angry, in order to try to solve the problem
have it out with someone
- She’d been late for work every morning and I thought I’d better have it out with her.
phrase: To have fun, enjoy good conversation, and socialize, often with jokes and laughter
Have a Craic (Irish)
Have a Laugh
- We went to the pub last night and had great craic with the locals.
- We were just having a laugh, no need to take it seriously.
careful when using money or food, or (of a meal) cheap or small in amount
frugal /ˈfruː.ɡəl/
- a frugal lifestyle
- a frugal meal of bread and soup
Idiom: 1. To try doing something (especially for the first time)
2. To criticize or attack someone
have a go at
- I’ve never played tennis before, but I’ll have a go.
- The boss had a go at him for being late again.
phrase: means deliberately ignoring someone by refusing to speak to them, usually as a form of punishment or to express anger
The Silent Treatment
- I hate when people use the silent treatment instead of just talking things out.
Phrase: means the way something appears at first glance, which may be different from the deeper truth
On the Surface
*On the surface, he seems confident, but deep down, he’s really insecure.
phrasal verb
1. To find or encounter /ɪnˈkaʊn.tər/ something by chance
2. to behave in a way that makes people believe that you have a particular characteristic
come across
- I came across an interesting book in the library.
- He comes across AS very confident, but he’s actually shy.
Phrase: what someone truly feels, believes, or thinks beneath the surface, even if they don’t show it openly
Deep down
- Deep down, I knew I was making the wrong decision.
Phrase refers to a person who is emotionally distant, unfriendly, or unexpressive. It suggests that the person lacks warmth or enthusiasm in social interactions
A cold fish
- I tried talking to him, but he’s such a cold fish—he barely responded
Phrase describes someone who is kind-hearted but may be too easy to manipulate
A soft touch
- My dad’s a soft touch—if I ask nicely, he always gives me extra money.
Phrase used negatively to criticize someone for being cold, unkind, or emotionless.
A Heart of Stone
- She has a heart of stone—she didn’t even cry at the sad movie
- Only someone with a heart of stone could ignore a child in need.
Phrase used to describe someone who kills the mood or refuses to join in on fun activities
A Wet Blanket
- Stop being a wet blanket and just enjoy the party!
showing feelings of liking or love
Affectionate /əˈfek.ʃən.ət/
- My dog is so affectionate—he always wants to cuddle.
having a strong wish to be successful, powerful, or rich
ambitious /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/
- He’s very ambitious FOR his children (= he wants them to be successful)
Someone who behaves confidently and is not frightened to say what they want or believe
assertive /əˈsɜː.tɪv/
- If you really want the promotion, you’ll have to be more assertive
Person who is always telling people what to do
bossy /ˈbɒs.i/
*As a child, I was very bossy and had a clear idea of what I wanted.
their moods change suddenly and they become angry or unhappy easily
moody /ˈmuː.di/
- She’s a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.
having a strong will to achieve something and not letting anything stop you
determined /dɪˈtɜː.mɪnd/
- I’m determined to get this piece of work done today
- She will get the job she wants - she’s a very determined person
Someone intelligent, quick to understand things, and often full of energy or optimism
Bright (Person)
- She’s a bright student—she always understands new concepts quickly.
- I love working with bright and creative people.
is someone who is very careful, responsible, and does their work with great attention to detail and a strong sense of duty. They take their tasks seriously and always try to do their best.
Conscientious /ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs/ Person
- He’s a very conscientious worker; you can trust him to do the job properly.
kind, calm, and careful not to hurt or upset others
Gentle Person
- She is a gentle teacher who always speaks softly to her students.
- A gentle person treats others with kindness and patience.
able to take care of oneself without needing help from others
Self-Sufficient Person
- She is a self-sufficient woman who manages her work and home on her own.
- A self-sufficient person doesn’t rely on others for financial or emotional support.
acting on impulse without planning; natural and unforced
Spontaneous Person
- A spontaneous person loves surprises and unexpected adventures.
reliable, consistent, and emotionally stable; not easily shaken or changed
Steady Person
- He is a steady worker who always meets deadlines
- A steady person doesn’t let emotions control their decisions.
always behaving in the same way, reliable, and sticking to routines or principles
Consistent Person
- She is a consistent student who studies every day.
- A good leader is consistent in their decisions and actions.
Describes someone who is honest, clear, and uncomplicated in their actions or communication
Straightforward Person
- A straightforward person doesn’t hide their feelings or opinions.
- He’s a straightforward person who always tells the truth, no matter what.
Describes someone who is kind, caring, and sensitive to the emotions and struggles of others.
Sympathetic Person
- She is a sympathetic friend who always listens when I need to talk.
- A sympathetic person understands the feelings of others and offers comfort.
someone who is very detailed and careful in their work, making sure everything is done properly and nothing is overlooked
Thorough /ˈθʌr.ə/ Person
- A thorough person leaves no stone unturned and always gets the job done right.
used to describe a regular or usual behavior or a characteristic tendency
Tends to
- My father tends to avoid conflict - he never argues with my mother, he just leaves the room
Used to summarize or give an overall impression of something.
On the Whole
- On the Whole he is pretty laid-back, though he can sometimes get very stressed about work
Used to show that something is slightly over the desired level or expectation.
A bit too
- I worry about my grandmother. She a bit too trusting, so it’s easy for people to take advantage of her
Used to indicate a slight or minor degree of something, often in a casual or informal context.
A bit of a
- She’s a bit of a control freak - she always needs to organize everything and everybody
Phrase: Describes a person who is extremely kind, generous, and compassionate.
A Heart of Gold
- She has a heart of gold and always helps others in need.
- He may seem tough on the outside, but he has a heart of gold.
phrase: Describes someone who is practical, grounded, and not arrogant.
Down to Earth
- She’s a down-to-earth person who doesn’t let fame change her.
phrase: Describes something or someone that is very annoying or troublesome
phrase: A Real Pain in the Neck
- My little brother is a real pain in the neck; he’s always bothering me.
*The traffic during rush hour is a real pain in the neck
*Dealing with all these paperwork issues is a real pain in the neck
phrase: describes a person who becomes angry easily and quickly
A Very Quick Temper
- A person with a quick temper can sometimes say things they don’t mean
phrase: Describes someone who is arrogant or self-centered.
Full of Herself
- She’s so full of herself, always talking about how great she is.
- I don’t like being around people who are full of themselves.
phrase: Describes someone who is very harmless and peaceful, showing no intention to harm others.
Wouldn’t Hurt a Fly
- She’s a gentle soul who wouldn’t hurt a fly, even if someone upset her.
- He’s so kind and sweet, he wouldn’t hurt a fly.
phrase: to make the effort to help or do something, often used in the negative to imply that someone does nothing to assist.
Lift a Finger
- He didn’t lift a finger to help me with the heavy boxes.
phrase: Describes a lively, outgoing person who makes social events more enjoyable.
The Life and Soul of the Party
- Emma is always the life and soul of the party—she keeps everyone entertained.
- Without Jake, the event was dull. He’s usually the life and soul of the party.
idiom: to talk openly and honestly with someone about a disagreement or problem, often in a direct or confrontational way
Have it out with
- I need to have it out with my colleague about the misunderstanding.
- Instead of avoiding the issue, he decided to have it out with his boss.
idiom: to trick, tease, or joke with someone, making them believe something that isn’t true.
Have (Someone) On
- You’re getting married? You’re having me on!
- Are you having me on?
idiom: means to be fed up or no longer willing to tolerate something or someone.
have had it
- I’ve had it with his constant complaining!
- She’s had it with her job and is looking for something new.
idiom means to feel capable of doing something or to have the ability, courage, or determination to do it
have it in (someone) to do something
- Do you really have it in you to confront him?
