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dubious
probably not honest; that you cannot be sure about, probably not good => be of dubious benefit, be of dubious character
be willing and able
Are you willing and able to do what is necessary?
accomplished (adj)
very good at a particular thing, having a lot of skills
Ex: an accomplished artist/actor/chef
accommodating = obliging = helpful to sb
wiling to help and do things for other people
amiable (adj)
pleasant, friendly and easy to like
aloof (adj) = remote = distant
not friendly or interested in other people
ex: stay aloof
articulate (adj)
good at expressing ideas or feelings clearly in words
Ex: The teachers help the children to be more articulate about their strengths and weaknesses.
assertive (adj)
expressing opinions or desires strongly and with confidence, so that people take notice
charitable
kind in your attitude to other people, especially when you are judging them
Ex:) Less charitable accounts of his character say he was vain and selfish.
clean-living (adj)
(of a person) living a healthy life, by not drinking alcohol, not having sex with a lot of different people, etc.
come out of yourself
to relax and become more confident and friendly with other people
domineering (adj)
trying to control other people without considering their opinions or feelings
Ex: a domineering manner