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Feeling "Strong" - Flashcard set (w/o images)

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Hardy

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: strong and able to accept difficult or unpleasant conditions

Most of the soldiers were hardy young men.
Hardy fans stuck with the team through good times and bad.
Only the hardiest pilgrims made the journey.

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Tenacious

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: not easily stopped or pulled apart : firm or strong

The company has a tenacious hold on the market.
A tenacious grip

: continuing for a long time

Tenacious myths/traditions
A tenacious effort/battle

: very determined to do something

He is a tenacious [=persistent] negotiator/competitor.
She is quite tenacious.

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Resolute

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: very determined : having or showing a lot of determination

She is a resolute competitor.
He has remained resolute in his opposition to the bill.
A leader with a stern and resolute manner

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Stable

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: emotionally or mentally healthy : calm and reasonable

A mentally/emotionally stable person

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Authoritative

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: having the confident quality of someone who is respected or obeyed by other people

His manner is polite but authoritative.
She addressed the group with an authoritative voice.

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Persevering

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: to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult

She persevered in her studies and graduated near the top of her class.
Even though he was tired, he persevered and finished the race.

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Revitalized

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: to make (someone or something) active, healthy, or energetic again

The mayor hopes to revitalize the city.
This shampoo revitalized my hair. [=made my hair look healthy]
The drink revitalized me. [=made me feel full of energy]

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Brave

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: feeling or showing no fear : not afraid

He was a brave [=courageous, fearless] soldier.
She gave us a brave smile.
He lost his brave fight against the disease.
She tried to put on/up a brave face/front [=she tried to appear brave or calm] despite the pain of the injury.

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Unique

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: used to say that something or someone is unlike anything or anyone else

The shape of each and every snowflake is unique.
His talents make him truly unique.

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Dynamic

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: having or showing a lot of energy

A dynamic [=enthusiastic] speaker
An exciting and dynamic performance

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Nervy

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: having or showing courage or confidence

A nervy performance in the play-offs
A nervy film director who’s not afraid to take risks

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Moral

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: based on what you think is right and good

He felt that he had a moral obligation/responsibility/duty to help the poor.
He’s a man with strong moral convictions. [=a man who believes strongly that some things are right and others are wrong]
We’re confident she has the moral fiber/fortitude to make the right decision.

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Influential

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: having the power to cause changes : having influence

She became an (enormously/extremely) influential critic/writer.
a highly/very influential book
His theories have become more influential in recent years.
My parents have been the most influential people in my life.

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Feisty

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: not afraid to fight or argue : very lively and aggressive

The novel features a feisty heroine.
Even her opponents admire her feisty spirit.

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Rebellious

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: refusing to obey rules or authority or to accept normal standards of behavior, dress, etc. : having or showing a tendency to rebel

A rebellious child
A rebellious look
He’s always had a rebellious streak. [=he has always been inclined to disobey]

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Outspoken

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: talking in a free and honest way about your opinions

She has been an outspoken advocate/supporter of women’s rights throughout her life.
An outspoken and controversial radio host
My father was an outspoken critic of the war. = He was outspoken in his criticism of the war.
She’s very outspoken about political issues.

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Sure

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: confident in your abilities

He was never very sure of himself as a comedian.

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Ethical

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: following accepted rules of behavior : morally right and good

Some doctors feel that this procedure is not medically ethical.
Favoring the ethical [=humane] treatment of animals

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Certain

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: not having any doubt about something : convinced or sure

Are you certain [=sure] you want to leave today?
I feel less than certain about it. [=I am not sure about it]
She’s certain (that) she can do the job despite her lack of experience.
I’m fairly certain that I’ll be on time.

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Free

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: not controlled by a harsh ruler or laws

He dreamed of a day when his people would be free.
A free society
I can say whatever I want to say. This is a free country.

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Clear

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: very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt

The show was a clear failure. [=it was clearly a failure; there is no doubt that the show was a failure]
There are clear differences between the two candidates.
She’s the clear favorite to win the election.
I’m not completely happy with the plan, but I see no clear alternative.
He was the clear winner.
It has become clear [=evident] to me that changes are necessary.
She has made it abundantly/painfully/very clear that she does not support us.

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Graceful

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: moving in a smooth and attractive way

He has become a very graceful dancer.
The graceful movements of a ballerina

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In control

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: in the position of one who makes decisions

He always wants to be in control.

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Confrontive

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: Having the ability to confront someone directly with being offensive or confrontational.

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Reliable

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: able to be believed : likely to be true or correct

A reliable witness
It’s a rumor, but I heard it from a reliable source. [=someone who is likely to have accurate information]
We can’t write a report without reliable data.
We need more reliable information before we can take action.

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Solid

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: good and able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed

He plays solid defense.
The team’s defense is very solid.
She gave a solid performance.
She’s a good, solid player.

: having a strong basis : good and dependable

His friend gave him some good, solid advice.
The company has built/established a solid reputation.
She had solid reasons for her decision.
Students need a solid foundation in language skills.

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Able

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: having the power, skill, money, etc., that is needed to do something

He will buy a new car as soon as he is able.
He will buy a new car as soon as he is able to do so.
Is he able to swim? [=can he swim?]
They weren’t able to afford a vacation. [=they were unable to afford a vacation]
I was so tired that I was barely/hardly able to get out of bed.
A weight lifter is able to lift [=can lift] a very heavy weight.

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Capable

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: skilled at doing something : able to do something well

She is one of the most capable [=skilled] and versatile actresses in Hollywood.
A capable student
A very capable pilot

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Accomplished

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: very skillful : having or showing the skill of an expert

An accomplished [=expert] pianist/artist/writer
She has the confidence of an accomplished athlete.
An accomplished [=excellent] performance

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Competent

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: having the necessary ability or skills : able to do something well or well enough to meet a standard

A competent [=capable] teacher
She is a competent [=adequate] portrait painter but she excels with landscapes.

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Assertive

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: confident in behavior or style

An assertive attitude
Their daughter is an assertive little girl.
The country has adopted a more assertive [=aggressive] foreign policy.
If you want people to listen to your opinions, you’ll need to learn to be more assertive.

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Courageous

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: very brave : having or showing courage

A courageous soldier
She was a courageous woman who wasn’t afraid to support unpopular causes.
A courageous act/decision
A courageous [=fearless] companion

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Assured

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: very confident : self-assured

An assured voice/manner
His writing has become more assured as he has gotten older.

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