adjectives Flashcards
Selfish
Caring only about oneself.
Example sentence: She never shares her toys with others.
Irresponsible
Not reliable or dependable.
Example sentence: He often forgets to complete his assignments on time.
Considerate
Thoughtful of others.
Example sentence: She always remembers to ask how others are feeling.
Honest
Telling the truth and being fair.
Example sentence: He never lies about his mistakes.
Brave
Facing danger or difficulty without fear.
Example sentence: She fearlessly confronted the intruder in her house.
Compassionate
Feeling and showing sympathy for others’ suffering.
Example sentence: He comforted his friend when she was going through a tough time.
Leader
A person who guides or directs others.
Example sentence: She was elected as the class president because of her leadership qualities.
Courageous
Having or showing bravery.
Example sentence: The firefighter displayed courageous acts during the rescue mission.
Unselfish
Thinking more of others than oneself.
Example sentence: He always puts the needs of others before his own.
Loyal
Faithful to a person, cause, or country.
Example sentence: She remained loyal to her best friend even in difficult times.
Hard-working
Willing to work diligently.
Example sentence: He is known for his hard-working attitude in the office.
Independent
Able to act or function without help or dependence on others.
Example sentence: She moved out of her parents’ house to become more independent.
Self-confident
Having or showing belief in oneself.
Example sentence: He confidently presented his ideas in front of the board members.
Humble
Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s own importance.
Example sentence: Despite his success, he remained humble and down-to-earth.
Poor
Having little or no money.
Example sentence: The poor family struggled to make ends meet.
Rich
Having a lot of money or wealth.
Example sentence: The rich businessman donated a large sum to charity.
Strong
Having great physical power.
Example sentence: She displayed her strong willpower to overcome the challenges.
Tall
Having a height greater than average.
Example sentence: The tall basketball player easily dunked the ball into the hoop.
Dark
Having a deep or rich color.
Example sentence: The dark clouds signaled an incoming storm.
Light
Having a pale or bright color.
Example sentence: The room was illuminated by the light from the window.
Handsome
Attractive in appearance, especially to men.
Example sentence: The handsome actor received many compliments on his looks.
Pretty
Attractive in appearance, especially to women.
Example sentence: She felt pretty in her new dress.
Ugly
Unpleasant or unattractive in appearance.
Example sentence: The ugly painting did not match the room decor.
Messy
Untidy or disorganized.
Example sentence: His messy desk made it difficult to find important documents.
Gentle
Kind, calm, and patient.
Example sentence: The gentle nurse comforted the scared child.
Wild
Uncontrolled or unruly.
Example sentence: The wild party caused a lot of disturbance in the neighborhood.
Joyful
Full of or showing great happiness.
Example sentence: The joyful children played in the park all day.
Busy
Occupied with work or activity.
Example sentence: She was too busy to attend the meeting.
Patriotic
Feeling or showing love for one’s country.
Example sentence: The patriotic citizens raised the national flag on Independence Day.
Neat
Tidy and organized.
Example sentence: His neat handwriting impressed the teacher.
Popular
Liked or admired by many people.
Example sentence: The popular singer had a huge fan following.
Successful
Achieving the desired or intended result.
Example sentence: The successful entrepreneur built a million-dollar business.
Short
Having a length or height less than average.
Example sentence: The short man needed a stool to reach the top shelf.
Prim
Formal and stiff.
Example sentence: Her prim demeanor made her seem unapproachable.
Proper
Correct or appropriate.
Example sentence: It is important to follow proper etiquette at formal events.
Dainty
Delicate and refined.
Example sentence: She picked up the dainty teacup with care.
Able
Having the power or skill to do something.
Example sentence: Despite his injury, he was able to complete the marathon.
Fighter
A person who fights or competes.
Example sentence: She is a fierce fighter in the boxing ring.
Tireless
Never tiring or weary.
Example sentence: The tireless worker completed the project ahead of schedule.
Plain
Simple and unadorned.
Example sentence: She preferred plain clothes over flashy designs.
Expert
Having a high level of skill or knowledge.
Example sentence: The expert chef prepared a delicious meal.
Imaginative
Having or showing an ability to create new ideas.
Example sentence: The imaginative writer crafted a captivating story.
Conceited
Excessively proud of oneself.
Example sentence: His conceited attitude alienated his friends.
Mischievous
Enjoying or causing trouble.
Example sentence: The mischievous child played pranks on his siblings.
Demanding
Requiring a lot of effort or attention.
Example sentence: The demanding job left little time for relaxation.
Thoughtful
Considering things carefully.
Example sentence: She gave a thoughtful gift that was personalized for each friend.
Keen
Eager or enthusiastic.
Example sentence: The keen student always asked insightful questions in class.
Happy
Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.
Example sentence: The happy couple celebrated their anniversary with a romantic dinner.
Disagreeable
Unpleasant or unpleasant to deal with.
Example sentence: The disagreeable neighbor was always causing problems.
Simple
Easy to understand or do.
Example sentence: The simple instructions made it easy to assemble the furniture.
Fancy
Elaborate or complicated.
Example sentence: She wore a fancy gown to the formal event.
Excited
Feeling or showing great enthusiasm or eagerness.
Example sentence: The excited child eagerly opened the gift.
Studious
Devoted to study.
Example sentence: The studious student spent hours in the library preparing for exams.
Inventive
Able to create new things.
Example sentence: The inventive engineer designed a revolutionary new product.
Creative
Having or showing an ability to create new ideas.
Example sentence: The creative artist painted a masterpiece that captivated viewers.
Thrilling
Causing great excitement or pleasure.
Example sentence: The thrilling roller coaster ride left her exhilarated.
Intelligent
Having or showing quick intelligence or a high level of understanding.
Example sentence: The intelligent student aced the challenging exam.
Proud
Feeling satisfaction or a sense of achievement.
Example sentence: She felt proud of her daughter’s academic success.
Fun-loving
Enjoying having fun.
Example sentence: The fun-loving group went on exciting adventures together.
Daring
Brave and adventurous.
Example sentence: The daring explorer ventured into uncharted territories.
Bright
Intelligent or clever.
Example sentence: The bright student always had insightful answers in class.
Serious
Having or showing a sober or thoughtful manner.
Example sentence: The serious professor commanded respect in the lecture hall.
Funny
Causing amusement or laughter.
Example sentence: The funny comedian had the audience in stitches with his jokes.
Sad
Feeling or showing sorrow.
Example sentence: He felt sad when his pet passed away.
Humorous
Funny or amusing.
Example sentence: The humorous movie had everyone laughing out loud.
Simple-minded
Lacking intelligence or sophistication.
Example sentence: His simple-minded approach to problem-solving often led to mistakes.
Friendly
Showing kindness and warmth.
Example sentence: The friendly neighbor always greeted everyone with a smile.
Adventurous
Willing to try new or unfamiliar things.
Example sentence: The adventurous traveler explored remote destinations off the beaten path.
Timid
Easily frightened.
Example sentence: The timid kitten hid under the bed at the sound of thunder.
Shy
Modest or reserved.
Example sentence: The shy student hesitated to speak up in class.
Pitiful
Deserving or arousing pity.
Example sentence: The pitiful sight of the injured bird tugged at her heartstrings.
Cooperative
Willing to work with others.
Example sentence: The cooperative team collaborated effectively to complete the project.
Loveable
Worthy of or deserving love.
Example sentence: The loveable puppy wagged its tail eagerly when it saw its owner.
Ambitious
Having a strong desire to succeed.
Example sentence: The ambitious student set high goals for academic achievement.
Quiet
Making little or no noise.
Example sentence: The quiet library provided a peaceful environment for studying.
Curious
Eager to know or learn something.
Example sentence: The curious child asked endless questions about the world around him.
Reserved
Slow to reveal personal information.
Example sentence: She was reserved about sharing details of her personal life with others.
Pleasing
Giving satisfaction or enjoyment.
Example sentence: The pleasing aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the kitchen.
Bossy
Overbearing or domineering.
Example sentence: The bossy manager always dictated how tasks should be done.
Witty
Clever and humorous.
Example sentence: His witty remarks kept the audience entertained throughout the speech.
Energetic
Full of or showing great activity.
Example sentence: The energetic children played in the park until sunset.
Cheerful
Full of or showing good humor and happiness.
Example sentence: The cheerful waitress brightened up the restaurant with her smile.
Smart
Intelligent or clever.
Example sentence: The smart student excelled in all subjects.
Impulsive
Acting or doing things without thinking carefully first.
Example sentence: Her impulsive decision to travel led to unexpected adventures.
Lazy
Disinclined to work or exert oneself.
Example sentence: The lazy cat slept all day and only woke up to eat.
Dreamer
A person who spends a lot of time imagining things.
Example sentence: The dreamer envisioned a world filled with endless possibilities.
