Adjectivos Flashcards
Ambitious
Pronunciation: /æmˈbɪʃəs/
Example: She is highly ambitious and dreams of becoming a CEO.
Having a strong desire to achieve success.
Synonyms: Aspiring, determined, driven
Approachable
Pronunciation: /əˈproʊtʃəbl̩/
Example: Our teacher is very approachable and always willing to help.
Friendly and easy to talk to.
Synonyms: Friendly, accessible, easygoing
Assertive
Pronunciation: /əˈsɜːrtɪv/
Example: Being assertive in negotiations can lead to better outcomes.
Confident and direct in expressing oneself.
Synonyms: Confident, self-assured, decisive
Benevolent
Pronunciation: /bəˈnevələnt/
Example: The benevolent millionaire donated a large sum to charity.
Kind and generous.
Synonyms: Kind-hearted, compassionate, charitable
Cautious
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːʃəs/
Example: He’s always cautious when investing his money.
Being careful to avoid risks or mistakes.
Synonyms: Careful, wary, prudent
Conscientious
Pronunciation: /ˌkɑːnʃiˈenʃəs/
Example: She’s a conscientious employee who always meets deadlines.
Wishing to do one’s work thoroughly and responsibly.
Synonyms: Diligent, meticulous, responsible
Creative
Pronunciation: /kriˈeɪtɪv/
Example: The team came up with a creative solution to the problem.
Having original ideas or imagination.
Synonyms: Innovative, imaginative, inventive
Critical
Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪtɪkl/
Example: He played a critical role in the company’s success.
Very important or expressing disapproval.
Synonyms: Crucial, essential, vital
Curious
Pronunciation: /ˈkjʊriəs/
Example: Children are naturally curious about the world around them.
Eager to know or learn something.
Synonyms: Inquisitive, interested, questioning
Cynical
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnɪkl/
Example: He has a cynical view of politicians and their promises.
Distrustful of others’ motives.
Synonyms: Skeptical, distrustful, pessimistic
Determined
Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/
Example: She was determined to finish the race despite the pain.
Showing strong will to do something.
Synonyms: Resolute, persistent, steadfast
Empathetic
Pronunciation: /ˌempəˈθetɪk/
Example: She’s empathetic towards people going through tough times.
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
Synonyms: Compassionate, understanding, sympathetic
Flexible
Pronunciation: /ˈfleksəbl/
Example: The job requires someone who is flexible with their schedule.
Able to adapt to new situations easily.
Synonyms: Adaptable, adjustable, versatile
Generous
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒenərəs/
Example: He’s very generous with his time and resources.
Willing to give or share freely.
Synonyms: Kind, selfless, giving
Grateful
Pronunciation: /ˈɡreɪtfl/
Example: I’m so grateful for all the help you’ve given me.
Feeling or showing thanks.
Synonyms: Thankful, appreciative, obliged
Impulsive
Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/
Example: He’s known for making impulsive decisions without thinking.
Acting without thinking ahead.
Synonyms: Reckless, spontaneous, hasty
Independent
Pronunciation: /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/
Example: She values being independent and making her own choices.
Free from outside control.
Synonyms: Self-reliant, autonomous, self-sufficient
Insecure
Pronunciation: /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊr/
Example: He feels insecure about speaking in front of large audiences.
Not confident or unsure of oneself.
Synonyms: Unconfident, anxious, self-doubting
Insightful
Pronunciation: /ˈɪnsaɪtfəl/
Example: Her analysis of the situation was very insightful.
Showing a deep understanding.
Synonyms: Perceptive, intuitive, observant
Loyal
Pronunciation: /ˈlɔɪəl/
Example: He has always been a loyal friend to me.
Faithful and devoted.
Synonyms: Faithful, devoted, trustworthy
Optimistic
Pronunciation: /ˌɑːptɪˈmɪstɪk/
Example: She’s optimistic about her chances of getting the job.
Hopeful and confident about the future.
Synonyms: Hopeful, positive, cheerful
Organized
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrɡənaɪzd/
Example: She’s very organized and keeps track of all her tasks efficiently.
Arranged systematically.
Synonyms: Methodical, efficient, systematic
Passive
Pronunciation: /ˈpæsɪv/
Example: He remained passive during the meeting and didn’t contribute.
Accepting without resistance.
Synonyms: Submissive, inactive, unassertive
Patient
Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪʃnt/
Example: You need to be patient when teaching children.
Able to wait without becoming annoyed.
Synonyms: Tolerant, calm, composed
Pessimistic
Pronunciation: /ˌpesɪˈmɪstɪk/
Example: He has a pessimistic attitude about the future of the economy.
Expecting bad outcomes.
Synonyms: Negative, hopeless, gloomy
Reliable
Pronunciation: /rɪˈlaɪəbl/
Example: She’s a reliable colleague who always delivers on time.
Dependable and trustworthy.
Synonyms: Trustworthy, dependable, consistent
Resilient
Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɪliənt/
Example: Children can be remarkably resilient in tough situations.
Able to recover quickly from difficulties.
Synonyms: Strong, tough, adaptable
Skeptical
Pronunciation: /ˈskeptɪkl/
Example: She’s skeptical about the effectiveness of the new policy.
Doubting the truth of something.
Synonyms: Doubtful, suspicious, unconvinced
Tolerant
Pronunciation: /ˈtɑːlərənt/
Example: He’s very tolerant of other people’s opinions.
Willing to accept different views or behaviors.
Synonyms: Open-minded, accepting, patient
Versatile
Pronunciation: /ˈvɜːrsətl/
Example: This is a versatile tool that can be used in many ways.
Able to adapt to many functions.
Synonyms: Flexible, adaptable, multifaceted
Altruistic
Pronunciation: /ˌæltruˈɪstɪk/
Example: She is known for her altruistic actions, always helping those in need.
Someone who is …. puts the well-being of others before their own, often showing selfless concern or generosity.
Synonyms: Selfless, charitable, generous
Intuitive
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/
Example: He has an intuitive sense of how others are feeling.
A person with…: understands things instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning or evidence.
Synonyms: Instinctive, perceptive, insightful
Pragmatic
Pronunciation: /præɡˈmætɪk/
Example: She has a pragmatic approach to solving problems.
Someone….. is practical and focuses on realistic and effective solutions rather than theories or ideals.
Synonyms: Practical, realistic, sensible
Indifferent
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdɪfrənt/
Example: He seemed indifferent to the outcome of the meeting.
Being….. means showing no particular interest, concern, or enthusiasm about something.
Synonyms: Unconcerned, apathetic, detached
Tenacious
Pronunciation: /təˈneɪʃəs/
Example: She’s a tenacious student who never gives up on her goals.
Someone who is…. is very determined and persists despite difficulties or obstacles.
Synonyms: Persistent, determined, resolute
Witty
Pronunciation: /ˈwɪti/
Example: His witty remarks always make people laugh.
A….. person has a quick and clever sense of humor, often making sharp and amusing comments.
Synonyms: Clever, humorous, sharp
Compassionate
Pronunciation: /kəmˈpæʃənɪt/
Example: A compassionate doctor listens to their patients carefully.
Being….. involves feeling sympathy and concern for the suffering or misfortunes of others, often accompanied by a desire to help.
Synonyms: Empathetic, kind, caring
Impartial
Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpɑːrʃəl/
Example: Judges must remain impartial when making decisions.
Someone….. does not take sides and remains neutral and fair in their judgments or decisions.
Synonyms: Neutral, unbiased, fair
Reclusive
Pronunciation: /rɪˈkluːsɪv/
Example: After the incident, he became reclusive and avoided social events.
A….. person tends to avoid social interactions and prefers to spend time alone or in isolation.
Synonyms: Withdrawn, introverted, solitary
Nostalgic
Pronunciation: /nəˈstældʒɪk/
Example: The old photos made her feel nostalgic for her childhood.
Feeling….. means longing for the past, often remembering it with fondness or sentimentality.
Synonyms: Sentimental, wistful, reflective
Serene
Pronunciation: /səˈriːn/
Example: The lake was surrounded by serene and peaceful mountains.
A ….. place or experience is calm, peaceful, and free from stress or disturbance.
Synonyms: Calm, tranquil, peaceful
Vibrant
Pronunciation: /ˈvaɪbrənt/
Example: The city is known for its vibrant nightlife.
Something…. is full of energy, color, or life, creating an exciting and dynamic atmosphere.
Synonyms: Lively, dynamic, energetic
Remote
Pronunciation: /rɪˈmoʊt/
Example: They stayed in a remote cabin far from the city.
A…. place is located far away from populated areas or cities, often isolated and hard to reach.
Synonyms: Isolated, distant, secluded
Majestic
Pronunciation: /məˈdʒestɪk/
Example: The majestic mountains were a breathtaking sight.
Something…. inspires awe and admiration due to its beauty, grandeur, or dignity.
Synonyms: Grand, magnificent, awe-inspiring
Exotic
Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/
Example: They tried some exotic dishes during their trip to Thailand.
Something…. is unusual, unique, or strikingly different, often originating from a distant or foreign place.
Synonyms: Unusual, unique, foreign
