Adjectives Flashcards
flattering
I enjoy receiving flattering comments from my friends, specially when I need a confidence boost
I fondly remember the flattering words my ex-boyfriend used to shower me during the early months of our relationship. Then, everything turned into an everlasting nightmare.
disinclined
I will be disinclined to see him again due to the way he treated me last time
stalled
My stalled career took a positive turn when my bosses began assigning me important responsibilities 2 years ago.
unforeseen
Despite the unforeseen warning signs in my relationship, we finally decided to break up
lacerating
The way her mother treated her during her childhood left lacerating emotional scars, impacting her attitude towards others.
forthright
I need Poul to be more forthright with his instructions because I barely understand him
cunning
1.It was quite cunning the way Omar handled the situation when he left the flat.
2. I have to be very cunning in the way I reply to other office members’ lack of respect, so as not to fail at the same level.
adept
I want to be more adept in making proposals to mitigate project delays
pesky
annoying. Ex: there was a pesky mosquito buzzing around me
There are pesky disparities in my neighborhood that highlight the inequality
effortless
greeting is a simple and effortless way to show kindness with everyone.
newfound
The recent Barbie film has brought me newfound expectations of how to deal with problems.
appalled
I was appalled by people killing animals
stubborn
One of my strengths is my stubborn determination to work towards my goals
people-person
As a people-person, I thrive in social gatherings with people who are more intelligent than me, building up my knowledge wherever I go.
lonely
I feel lonely as memories of my ex-boyfriend come back to me at nights