Most Common English Adjectives: 675 by Frequency, with Pronunciation

RankWord Definition PronunciationPart of speech LevelExample

0062 first coming before all others /ˈfɝst/ adjective, adverb A1 This is my first visit.

0065 otherothers different from the one named /ˈʌðɚ/ adjective A1 The other door is open.

0071 new made or begun recently /ˈnu/ adjective A1 I bought a new phone.

0094 rightrights correct; or the side opposite left /ˈɹaɪt/ adjective, adverb A1 That is the right answer.

0109 goodbest, better of high quality /ˈɡʊd/ adjective A1 That was a good film.

0115 lastlasted final; or most recent /ˈlæst/ adjective, adverb A1 This is the last train.

0138 same not different at all /ˈseɪm/ adjective A1 We took the same train.

0143 longlonger, longest measuring a lot end to end /ˈlɔŋ/ adjective A1 It was a long journey.

0144 greatgreater, greatest very large, or very fine /ˈɡɹeɪt/ adjective A1 That is a great idea.

0147 ownowned, owns belonging to oneself /ˈoʊn/ adjective, verb A2 She has her own car.

0148 little small in size /ˈlɪtəl/ adjective A1 We have a little time.

0165 secondseconds coming after the first; a sixtieth of a minute /ˈsɛkənd/ adjective, noun A1 Take the second street.

0169 next coming immediately after /ˈnɛkst/ adjective, adverb A1 The next bus is at six.

0180 highhigher, highest reaching far above the ground /ˈhaɪ/ adjective A1 The wall is very high.

0190 different not alike /ˈdɪfɚənt/ adjective A1 This one is different.

0198 oldolder, oldest having lived a long time /ˈoʊld/ adjective A1 This is an old photograph.

0232 important mattering a great deal /ˌɪmˈpɔɹtənt/ adjective A1 This is an important letter.

0235 earlyearlier, earliest near the start of a period /ˈɝli/ adjective, adverb A1 We left early.

0237 bigbiggest, bigger large in size /ˈbɪɡ/ adjective A1 They live in a big house.

0254 real actually existing /ˈɹil/ adjective A1 Is this real gold?

0256 public open to everyone /ˈpʌblɪk/ adjective, noun A2 The park is open to the public.

0258 able having the skill or chance to /ˈeɪbəl/ adjective A2 I was not able to come.

0262 latelatest after the expected time /ˈleɪt/ adjective, adverb A1 Sorry, I am late.

0264 smallsmaller little in size /ˈsmɔl/ adjective A1 It is a small village.

0265 youngyounger, youngest having lived only a short while /ˈjʌŋ/ adjective A1 She is very young.

0281 free costing nothing; not held captive /ˈfɹi/ adjective A1 The museum is free on Sunday.

0316 black of the darkest colour /ˈblæk/ adjective A1 She wore a black coat.

0322 general affecting all; not detailed /ˈdʒɛnɚəl/ adjective B1 The general feeling was good.

0324 national belonging to a whole country /ˈnæʃənəl/ adjective A2 Monday is a national holiday.

0332 possible able to happen /ˈpɑsəbəl/ adjective A2 Is it possible to change the date?

0336 full holding as much as it can /ˈfʊl/ adjective A1 The bus was full.

0346 following coming next after /ˈfɑloʊɪŋ/ adjective B1 The following day was sunny.

0350 hardharder firm to the touch; difficult /ˈhɑɹd/ adjective, adverb A1 The exam was hard.

0351 major greater, or more serious /ˈmeɪdʒɚ/ adjective B1 That is a major problem.

0352 due owed, or expected to arrive /ˈdu/ adjective B1 The rent is due on Friday.

0356 white of the lightest colour /ˈwaɪt/ adjective A1 She painted the door white.

0359 whole complete, with nothing left out /ˈhoʊl/ adjective A2 We spent the whole day there.

0361 humanhumans belonging to our own species /ˈhjumən/ adjective, noun B1 It was a human error.

0362 locallocals belonging to a small nearby area /ˈloʊkəl/ adjective A2 We shop at the local market.

0368 special better or different from the usual /ˈspɛʃəl/ adjective A2 Today is a special day.

0374 sure certain /ˈʃʊɹ/ adjective A1 Are you sure about the time?

0375 main chief, or most important /ˈmeɪn/ adjective A2 The main door is locked.

0383 true agreeing with the facts /ˈtɹu/ adjective A1 Is that story true?

0392 largelargest, larger of great size /ˈlɑɹdʒ/ adjective A1 They ordered a large pizza.

0397 third coming after the second /ˈθɝd/ adjective A1 This is my third coffee.

0411 strongstronger, strongest having great physical power /ˈstɹɔŋ/ adjective A2 He is very strong.

0417 red of the colour of blood /ˈɹɛd/ adjective A1 She has a red bicycle.

0421 dead no longer alive /ˈdɛd/ adjective A2 The battery is dead.

0429 singlesingles one only, not a pair /ˈsɪŋɡəl/ adjective B1 Not a single seat was free.

0431 clearcleared easy to see through or understand /ˈklɪɹ/ adjective, verb A2 The sky is clear today.

0452 finalfinals coming at the very end /ˈfaɪnəl/ adjective A2 This is the final call.

0455 badworse, worst of poor quality; not good /ˈbæd/ adjective A1 The weather was bad.

0461 social to do with people living together /ˈsoʊʃəl/ adjective B1 It is a social problem.

0486 shortshorter small in length or height /ˈʃɔɹt/ adjective A1 It was a short walk.

0506 military to do with armed forces /ˈmɪləˌtɛɹi/ adjective B1 He wore a military uniform.

0510 lowlower, lowest close to the ground /ˈloʊ/ adjective A2 The prices are low here.

0511 common happening often; shared by many /ˈkɑmən/ adjective A2 It is a common mistake.

0518 alone with nobody else /əˈloʊn/ adjective, adverb A2 She lives alone.

0520 total the whole amount /ˈtoʊtəl/ adjective, noun B1 The total came to fifty euros.

0524 certain sure beyond doubt /ˈsɝtən/ adjective B1 I am certain she agreed.

0531 political to do with governing /pəˈlɪtəkəl/ adjective B1 It was a political decision.

0535 international between nations /ˌɪntɚˈnæʃənəl/ adjective A2 She works for an international company.

0543 presentpresented, presents here now; a gift /ˈpɹɛzənt/ adjective, noun B1 Everyone was present.

0544 finefinest very good; or thin and delicate /ˈfaɪn/ adjective A1 The weather is fine today.

0545 former the earlier of two /ˈfɔɹmɚ/ adjective B1 She is a former teacher.

0546 private not open to everyone /ˈpɹaɪvət/ adjective B1 It is a private garden.

0551 ready prepared and able to act /ˈɹɛdi/ adjective A1 Dinner is ready.

0552 available there to be had /əˈveɪləbəl/ adjective B1 No rooms are available.

0555 chiefchiefs highest in rank /ˈtʃif/ adjective, noun B1 That is the chief reason.

0557 difficult hard to do /ˈdɪfəkəlt/ adjective A1 The exam was difficult.

0558 wrong not correct /ˈɹɔŋ/ adjective A1 You have the wrong number.

0566 personal belonging to one particular individual; private /ˈpɝsɪnəl/ adjective A2 These are personal papers.

0568 worth having a stated value /ˈwɝθ/ adjective B1 The trip is worth the money.

0580 involved taking part, or bound up in /ˌɪnˈvɑlvd/ adjective B1 Three cars were involved.

0583 original the first; not copied /ɚˈɪdʒənəl/ adjective B1 This is the original key.

0588 entire whole, with none left out /ɪnˈtaɪɚ/ adjective B1 The entire village came.

0591 easyeasier needing little effort /ˈizi/ adjective A1 The test was easy.

0599 simple plain, and easy to grasp /ˈsɪmpəl/ adjective A2 It is a simple question.

0608 married joined as husband and wife /ˈmɛɹid/ adjective A2 They got married in June.

0617 serious grave, and not to be joked about /ˈsɪɹiəs/ adjective A2 It is a serious problem.

0621 current belonging to the present time /ˈkɝənt/ adjective B1 The current price is lower.

0631 happy feeling pleased /ˈhæpi/ adjective A1 She looks very happy.

0632 average the usual, or the middle value /ˈævɚɪdʒ/ adjective, noun B1 The average price is high.

0647 green of the colour of grass /ˈɡɹin/ adjective A1 The door is green.

0660 natural existing in the world without being made by people /ˈnætʃɚəl/ adjective A2 It is a natural colour.

0665 likely probable /ˈlaɪkli/ adjective, adverb B1 Rain is likely tonight.

0670 blue of the colour of a clear sky /ˈblu/ adjective A1 She wore a blue dress.

0672 poor having very little money /ˈpuɹ/ adjective A2 The family was very poor.

0677 popular liked by many /ˈpɑpjəlɚ/ adjective A2 The beach is popular in summer.

0686 similar alike, but not identical /ˈsɪməlɚ/ adjective A2 The two houses are similar.

0694 medical to do with treating illness /ˈmɛdəkəl/ adjective B1 She needs medical help.

0697 completecompleted having every part /kəmˈplit/ adjective, verb A2 The work is complete.

0700 central at or near the middle /ˈsɛntɹəl/ adjective A2 The hotel is very central.

0701 hot at a high temperature /ˈhɑt/ adjective A1 The soup is too hot.

0708 recent having happened a short time ago /ˈɹisənt/ adjective B1 That is recent news.

0715 roundrounds shaped like a circle /ˈɹaʊnd/ adjective, noun A2 The table is round.

0728 safesafer free from harm /ˈseɪf/ adjective A2 The money is safe here.

0750 perfect with nothing at all wrong /pɚˈfɛkt/ adjective A2 The weather was perfect.

0765 modern of the present age /ˈmɑdɚn/ adjective A2 It is a modern building.

0769 beautiful very pleasing to look at /ˈbjutəfəl/ adjective A1 What a beautiful garden.

0773 officialofficials approved by those in authority /əˈfɪʃəl/ adjective, noun B1 This is the official result.

0795 financial to do with money /fəˈnænʃəl/ adjective B1 They had financial problems.

0797 legal to do with the law, or allowed by it /ˈliɡəl/ adjective B1 It is a legal question.

0808 foreign belonging to another country /ˈfɔɹən/ adjective A2 She speaks three foreign languages.

0817 normal usual, and as expected /ˈnɔɹməl/ adjective A2 It is normal to feel tired.

0820 fastfaster, fastest moving at speed /ˈfæst/ adjective, adverb A1 The train is very fast.

0823 deepdeeper going a long way down /ˈdip/ adjective A2 The water is deep here.

0827 cold at a low temperature /ˈkoʊld/ adjective A1 The water was very cold.

0836 dark with little or no light /ˈdɑɹk/ adjective A1 It gets dark early.

0847 federal belonging to a union of states /ˈfɛdɚəl/ adjective B2 It is a federal law.

0861 various of several different kinds /ˈvɛɹiəs/ adjective B1 We tried various keys.

0864 leading most important, or out in front /ˈlidɪŋ/ adjective B1 She is the leading candidate.

0881 particular this one and no other /pɚˈtɪkjəlɚ/ adjective B1 Is there a particular reason?

0892 heavy weighing a great deal /ˈhɛvi/ adjective A1 This bag is very heavy.

0901 huge extremely large /ˈhjudʒ/ adjective A2 They live in a huge house.

0912 necessary needed, and not to be done without /ˈnɛsəˌsɛɹi/ adjective B1 Is a visa necessary?

0913 nice pleasant or agreeable /ˈnaɪs/ adjective A1 That is a nice hat.

0926 straight going without a bend /ˈstɹeɪt/ adjective, adverb A2 Go straight on.

0960 royal belonging to a king or queen /ˈɹɔɪəl/ adjective B1 It is a royal palace.

0963 positive saying yes; hopeful and constructive /ˈpɑzətɪv/ adjective B1 The answer was positive.

0974 prime first in rank or quality /ˈpɹaɪm/ adjective B2 It is a prime example.

0977 grand large and impressive /ˈɡɹænd/ adjective B2 It is a grand old house.

0978 fourth coming after the third /ˈfɔɹθ/ adjective A1 This is my fourth visit.

0981 fair just and even-handed; light in colour /ˈfɛɹ/ adjective A2 That does not seem fair.

0986 physical to do with the body or with matter /ˈfɪzɪkəl/ adjective B1 It is physical work.

0989 significant large enough to matter /səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/ adjective B2 There was a significant delay.

0993 doubledoubled twice as much /ˈdʌbəl/ adjective, verb A2 We booked a double room.

0999 additional extra, on top of what is there /əˈdɪʃənəl/ adjective B1 There is an additional charge.

1005 western in or from the part where the sun sets /ˈwɛstɚn/ adjective A2 They live in western France.

1013 powerful having great strength or control /ˈpaʊɚfəl/ adjective B1 He is a very powerful man.

1017 responsible having the duty of dealing with something, and the blame /ɹiˈspɑnsəbəl/ adjective B1 Who is responsible for this mess?

1020 successful achieving what was hoped for /səkˈsɛsfəl/ adjective B1 Her business is very successful.

1026 regular happening often, at fixed times /ˈɹɛɡjəlɚ/ adjective B1 He is a regular customer here.

1033 missing lost, or not where it should be /ˈmɪsɪŋ/ adjective B1 My keys are missing.

1049 economic to do with money, trade and industry /ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪk/ adjective B1 The country faces economic problems.

1052 previous coming just before this one /ˈpɹiviəs/ adjective B1 The previous owner left the furniture.

1053 super very good; excellent /ˈsupɚ/ adjective B1 We had a super time.

1069 famous known by very many people /ˈfeɪməs/ adjective A1 She is a famous singer.

1073 dangerous likely to cause harm /ˈdeɪndʒɚəs/ adjective A2 The road is dangerous at night.

1074 femalefemales of the sex that can have babies or lay eggs /ˈfiˌmeɪl/ adjective, noun B1 The female bird sits on the eggs.

1076 professionalprofessionals doing a job for money, with training and skill /pɹəˈfɛʃənəl/ adjective, noun B1 She is a professional photographer.

1082 brown of the colour of earth or chocolate /ˈbɹaʊn/ adjective A1 She has brown eyes.

1102 specific exact and particular, not general /spəˈsɪfɪk/ adjective B1 Do you have a specific date in mind?

1103 related connected in some way /ɹɪˈleɪtɪd/ adjective B1 The two problems are closely related.

1124 widewider measuring a lot from side to side /ˈwaɪd/ adjective A2 The river is very wide here.

1125 cool slightly cold; or fashionable and good /ˈkul/ adjective A2 It is cool in the evening.

1127 extra more than usual or needed /ˈɛkstɹə/ adjective, adverb A2 Can I have an extra blanket?

1128 quick taking little time /ˈkwɪk/ adjective A2 Can I ask you a quick question?

1129 online on the internet /ˈɔnˌlaɪn/ adjective, adverb A2 I bought the tickets online.

1131 global affecting the whole world /ˈɡloʊbəl/ adjective B2 Climate change is a global problem.

1137 individualindividuals for one person or thing on its own /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒəwəl/ adjective, noun B1 Each student gets individual help.

1138 multiple many, or more than one /ˈmʌltəpəl/ adjective B2 He suffered multiple injuries.

1169 directdirected going straight, without stopping or turning /dɚˈɛkt/ adjective, verb B1 Is there a direct flight to Rome?

1177 rich having a lot of money /ˈɹɪtʃ/ adjective A1 He is a rich man.

1185 unique being the only one of its kind /juˈnik/ adjective B2 Every person is unique.

1189 interested wanting to know or learn more about something /ˈɪntɹəstɪd/ adjective A2 Are you interested in art?

1198 alive living, not dead /əˈlaɪv/ adjective B1 Is the fish still alive?

1200 clean free from dirt /ˈklin/ adjective, verb A1 The kitchen is clean.

1204 northern in or from the part nearest the Arctic /ˈnɔɹðɚn/ adjective B1 They live in northern Italy.

1210 southern in or from the part nearest the Antarctic /ˈsʌðɚn/ adjective B1 We drove through southern Spain.

1218 malemales of the sex that cannot have babies /ˈmeɪl/ adjective, noun B1 The male bird has bright feathers.

1220 civil relating to ordinary citizens, not the army or church /ˈsɪvəl/ adjective B2 They fought a long civil war.

1225 separateseparated not joined; apart from each other /ˈsɛpɚˌeɪt/ adjective, verb B1 They sleep in separate rooms.

1238 slowslower not fast /ˈsloʊ/ adjective A1 The bus was very slow.

1255 traditional following customs that have existed for a long time /tɹəˈdɪʃənəl/ adjective B1 We ate a traditional meal.

1266 daily happening every day /ˈdeɪli/ adjective, adverb B1 She reads the daily newspaper.

1274 complex made of many parts and hard to understand /ˈkɑmplɛks/ adjective B2 The problem is very complex.

1302 sexual to do with sex /ˈsɛkʃuəl/ adjective B2 The law protects against sexual harassment.

1313 wild living in nature, not kept by people /ˈwaɪld/ adjective B1 Wild animals live in the forest.

1320 senior higher in rank or older /ˈsinjɚ/ adjective B2 She is a senior manager.

1329 commercial to do with buying and selling; or an advert on TV /kəˈmɝʃəl/ adjective, noun B2 The film was a commercial success.

1331 impossible not able to happen or be done /ˌɪmˈpɑsəbəl/ adjective A2 It is impossible to sleep here.

1340 fresh newly made or picked /ˈfɹɛʃ/ adjective A2 We buy fresh bread every day.

1355 concerned worried about something /kənˈsɝnd/ adjective B1 I am concerned about her health.

1356 interesting holding your attention; not boring /ˈɪntɹəstɪŋ/ adjective A1 This is an interesting book.

1370 primary most important; or first in order /ˈpɹaɪˌmɛɹi/ adjective B2 Safety is our primary concern.

1372 negative bad, or expecting the worst /ˈnɛɡətɪv/ adjective B1 She has a very negative attitude.

1373 sorry feeling bad about something you did /ˈsɑɹi/ adjective A1 I am sorry I am late.

1394 critical very important; or saying what is wrong with something /ˈkɹɪtɪkəl/ adjective B2 This is a critical moment.

1417 active busy and doing a lot /ˈæktɪv/ adjective B1 She is very active for her age.

1424 religious believing in a god and following a faith /ɹɪˈlɪdʒəs/ adjective B1 She is very religious.

1451 mental to do with the mind /ˈmɛntəl/ adjective B2 Exercise is good for your mental health.

1453 sweet tasting of sugar /ˈswit/ adjective A2 This cake is too sweet.

1454 independent free from control by others /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/ adjective B1 The country became independent in 1960.

1455 ancient very old; from long ago /ˈeɪntʃənt/ adjective B1 We visited an ancient temple.

1467 fellow being in the same group or situation as you /ˈfɛloʊ/ adjective, noun B2 She thanked her fellow workers.

1475 basic simple; at the simplest level /ˈbeɪsɪk/ adjective B1 You need basic computer skills.

1479 electric running on power from a battery or the mains /ɪˈlɛktɹɪk/ adjective B1 She drives an electric car.

1502 holy connected with God or religion /ˈhoʊli/ adjective B1 Jerusalem is a holy city for many people.

1505 expensive costing a lot of money /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/ adjective A1 That watch is very expensive.

1506 dry without water or wetness /ˈdɹaɪ/ adjective, verb A1 The towels are dry now.

1512 aware knowing that something exists or is happening /əˈwɛɹ/ adjective B1 Are you aware of the risks?

1524 nuclear using energy released by splitting atoms /ˈnukliɚ/ adjective B2 The country built a nuclear power station.

1530 annual happening once every year /ˈænjuəl/ adjective B1 The annual meeting is in June.

1544 guilty having done wrong, or feeling bad about it /ˈɡɪlti/ adjective B1 I feel guilty about lying to her.

1548 correct right, with no mistakes /kɚˈɛkt/ adjective, verb A1 That answer is correct.

1550 prior happening or existing before something else /ˈpɹaɪɚ/ adjective B2 No prior experience is needed.

1565 evil very wicked and cruel /ˈivəl/ adjective, noun B1 The film is about an evil king.

1568 armed carrying a gun or other weapon /ˈɑɹmd/ adjective B2 The guards were armed.

1573 rare not often found or seen /ˈɹɛɹ/ adjective B1 This bird is very rare.

1606 massive extremely large /ˈmæsɪv/ adjective B2 There was a massive crowd outside.

1616 actual real, not just expected or imagined /ˈæktʃəwəl/ adjective B2 The actual cost was much higher.

1629 warm fairly hot, in a pleasant way /ˈwɔɹm/ adjective A1 It is warm outside today.

1633 effective working well and producing the result wanted /ɪˈfɛktɪv/ adjective B1 This medicine is very effective.

1642 digital using computer technology to store and send data /ˈdɪdʒətəl/ adjective B1 I bought a digital camera.

1650 eastern in or from the part where the sun rises /ˈistɚn/ adjective B1 They live in eastern Europe.

1654 proper right or suitable for the purpose /ˈpɹɑpɚ/ adjective B1 You need proper shoes for hiking.

1667 golden bright yellow and shiny like a precious metal /ˈɡoʊldən/ adjective B1 She has long golden hair.

1670 okay all right, acceptable /ˌoʊˈkeɪ/ adjective, interjection A1 Is everything okay with you?

1685 favorite liked more than any other /ˈfeɪvɚɪt/ adjective, noun A1 What is your favorite song?

1687 solid hard and firm, not liquid or gas /ˈsɑləd/ adjective, noun B1 The lake was frozen solid.

1688 afraid frightened or worried /əˈfɹeɪd/ adjective A1 She is afraid of spiders.

1691 equal the same in amount, size or value /ˈikwəl/ adjective, verb B1 All people are equal before the law.

1695 mobile able to be moved or carried easily /ˈmoʊbəl/ adjective, noun A2 My mobile phone is broken.

1702 native belonging to the place where you were born /ˈneɪtɪv/ adjective, noun B1 English is her native language.

1703 unable not having the power or chance to do something /əˈneɪbəl/ adjective B1 I was unable to sleep last night.

1705 securesecured safe and protected from danger or harm /sɪˈkjʊɹ/ adjective, verb B2 Keep your passwords in a secure place.

1711 flat level and smooth, with no hills or bumps /ˈflæt/ adjective, noun A2 The land here is very flat.

1715 quiet making little or no noise /ˈkwaɪət/ adjective A1 The library is very quiet.

1723 excellent extremely good /ˈɛksələnt/ adjective A1 The food was excellent.

1724 classic of lasting high quality, admired for a long time /ˈklæsɪk/ adjective, noun B1 It is a classic film from the 1950s.

1730 amazing extremely surprising or very good /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/ adjective A2 The view from the top was amazing.

1737 busy having a lot to do /ˈbɪzi/ adjective A1 I am busy right now.

1740 proud pleased about something you or others have done /ˈpɹaʊd/ adjective A2 I am proud of my daughter.

1759 usual happening or done most of the time /ˈjuʒəwəl/ adjective A2 We met at the usual place.

1762 tough difficult to do or deal with /ˈtʌf/ adjective B1 It was a tough decision.

1777 illegal not allowed by law /ˌɪˈliɡəl/ adjective B1 It is illegal to park here.

1780 willing happy or ready to do something /ˈwɪlɪŋ/ adjective B1 Are you willing to help?

1781 sick ill, not in good health /ˈsɪk/ adjective A1 She stayed home because she was sick.

1786 internal inside an organisation, country or body /ˌɪnˈtɝnəl/ adjective B2 This is an internal report.

1787 joint shared by two or more people; or where bones meet /ˈdʒɔɪnt/ adjective, noun B2 It was a joint effort.

1805 capable having the ability to do something /ˈkeɪpəbəl/ adjective B2 She is capable of doing much better.

1808 empty with nothing inside /ˈɛmpti/ adjective, verb A2 The fridge is empty.

1809 musical connected with sounds made by singing or playing /ˈmjuzɪkəl/ adjective, noun B1 Do you play any musical instruments?

1810 vice second in rank, acting for the head when needed /ˈvaɪs/ adjective, noun B2 She was elected vice president.

1834 overall including everything; in general /ˈoʊvɚˌɔl/ adjective, adverb B2 The overall cost was lower than expected.

1845 strange unusual and hard to understand /ˈstɹeɪndʒ/ adjective A2 I heard a strange noise.

1856 smart clever and quick to learn; or neat and stylish /ˈsmɑɹt/ adjective B1 She is a very smart student.

1857 advanced at a high level; modern and highly developed /ədˈvænst/ adjective B1 She is taking an advanced English course.

1876 wonderful extremely good; very enjoyable /ˈwʌndɚfəl/ adjective A1 We had a wonderful time.

1878 useful helping you to do or get something /ˈjusfəl/ adjective A2 This is a very useful book.

1880 nearby not far away /ˈnɪɹˈbaɪ/ adjective, adverb B1 We stayed at a nearby hotel.

1881 excited very happy and eager about something /ɪkˈsaɪtəd/ adjective A2 The children are excited about the trip.

1900 initial happening at the beginning /ˌɪˈnɪʃəl/ adjective B2 My initial reaction was surprise.

1905 unknown not identified or familiar to anyone /ənˈnoʊn/ adjective B1 The cause of the fire is unknown.

1921 yellow the colour of lemons or the sun /ˈjɛloʊ/ adjective, noun A1 She wore a yellow dress.

1945 careful giving attention to avoid harm or mistakes /ˈkɛɹfəl/ adjective A2 Be careful when you cross the road.

1952 funny making you laugh /ˈfʌni/ adjective A1 He told a funny story.

1953 crazy very foolish or mad /ˈkɹeɪzi/ adjective A2 That is a crazy idea.

1957 minor small and not very important /ˈmaɪnɚ/ adjective B2 It was only a minor problem.

1958 soft not hard or firm; smooth to touch /ˈsɑft/ adjective A2 The bed is very soft.

1971 giantgiants extremely large; or a huge imaginary person /ˈdʒaɪənt/ adjective, noun B1 There is a giant screen in the square.

1974 cultural connected with art, music and the customs of a society /ˈkʌltʃɚəl/ adjective B1 The city has many cultural events.

1975 scientific based on careful testing and the study of nature /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/ adjective B1 They did a scientific study.

1977 gay attracted to people of the same sex /ˈɡeɪ/ adjective B2 He is openly gay.

1980 upper higher in position /ˈʌpɚ/ adjective B2 She lives on an upper floor.

1982 weak not physically strong /ˈwik/ adjective A2 She felt weak after the illness.

2001 familiar well known to you because seen or heard before /fəˈmɪljɚ/ adjective B1 Her face looks familiar to me.

2002 lucky having good things happen by chance /ˈlʌki/ adjective A2 You were lucky to find a seat.

2003 mixed made of different kinds put together /ˈmɪkst/ adjective B1 I have mixed feelings about the move.

2022 engaged having promised to marry someone /ɛnˈɡeɪdʒd/ adjective B1 They got engaged last summer.

2030 false not true or correct /ˈfɔls/ adjective A2 The story turned out to be false.

2031 domestic inside one country; or to do with the home /dəˈmɛstɪk/ adjective B2 Most domestic flights leave from here.

2033 healthy well and free from illness /ˈhɛlθi/ adjective A1 Eat more fruit to stay healthy.

2034 industrial to do with factories and making goods /ˌɪnˈdʌstɹiəl/ adjective B1 This is an old industrial town.

2036 bright full of light; or clever /ˈbɹaɪt/ adjective A2 The room is bright and sunny.

2049 solar to do with the sun or its energy /ˈsoʊlɚ/ adjective B1 We put solar panels on the roof.

2052 injured hurt in an accident or attack /ˈɪndʒɚd/ adjective B1 Two people were injured in the crash.

2054 technical to do with machines, methods or practical skills /ˈtɛknɪkəl/ adjective B1 We had a technical problem with the sound.

2090 dedicated giving a lot of time and effort to something /ˈdɛdəkeɪtəd/ adjective B2 She is a dedicated teacher.

2104 obvious easy to see or understand /ˈɑbviəs/ adjective B1 The answer seems obvious to me.

2105 historical to do with the past /hɪˈstɔɹɪkəl/ adjective B1 The film is based on historical events.

2114 worried anxious that something bad may happen /ˈwɝid/ adjective A2 I am worried about my exam.

2116 severe very serious or harsh /səˈvɪɹ/ adjective B2 There was severe damage to the roof.

2126 typical having the usual features of its kind /ˈtɪpəkəl/ adjective B1 This is a typical English breakfast.

2128 extreme very great or severe, far beyond the usual /ɛkˈstɹim/ adjective B2 The region has extreme weather.

2131 fat having too much weight on the body /ˈfæt/ adjective, noun A2 The cat is getting fat.

2135 exact correct in every detail /ɪɡˈzækt/ adjective B1 What is the exact time?

2138 emotional showing or causing strong feelings /ɪˈmoʊʃənəl/ adjective B1 It was an emotional goodbye.

2146 stable steady and not likely to change /ˈsteɪbəl/ adjective B2 His condition is now stable.

2155 numerous very many /ˈnumɚəs/ adjective B2 She has won numerous awards.

2158 calm quiet and not worried or excited /ˈkɑm/ adjective B1 Try to stay calm.

2164 junior lower in rank or younger /ˈdʒunjɚ/ adjective B2 He is a junior doctor at the hospital.

2165 constant happening all the time without stopping /ˈkɑnstənt/ adjective B2 The baby needs constant attention.

2166 permanent lasting for a long time or for ever /ˈpɝmənənt/ adjective B1 She is looking for a permanent job.

2175 pure not mixed with anything else /ˈpjʊɹ/ adjective B2 The ring is made of pure gold.

2204 dear loved; or used to begin a letter /ˈdɪɹ/ adjective A1 Dear Maria, thank you for your letter.

2205 surprised feeling shock because something was not expected /sɚˈpɹaɪzd/ adjective A2 I was surprised to see him there.

2207 regional belonging to one part of a country /ˈɹidʒənəl/ adjective B2 She works for a regional newspaper.

2209 essential absolutely necessary /ɛˈsɛnʃəl/ adjective B1 Water is essential for life.

2227 appropriate suitable for a particular situation /əˈpɹoʊpɹiət/ adjective B2 Jeans are not appropriate for a wedding.

2234 maximum the largest amount allowed or possible /ˈmæksəməm/ adjective, noun B1 The maximum speed here is fifty.

2248 terrible very bad or unpleasant /ˈtɛɹəbəl/ adjective A2 The food was terrible.

2251 tight fitting very closely to the body /ˈtaɪt/ adjective B1 These jeans are too tight.

2253 creative good at making new and original things /kɹiˈeɪtɪv/ adjective B1 She is a very creative designer.

2270 complicated having many parts and hard to understand /ˈkɑmpləˌkeɪtəd/ adjective B1 The rules are too complicated.

2273 principal most important; or the head of a school /ˈpɹɪnsəpəl/ adjective, noun B2 The principal reason is cost.

2286 immediate happening at once, without delay /ˌɪˈmiˌdiət/ adjective B2 We need an immediate answer.

2296 pregnant having a baby growing inside the body /ˈpɹɛɡnənt/ adjective B1 She is six months pregnant.

2302 unusual not common or normal /əˈnjuˌʒuəl/ adjective B1 It is unusual for her to be late.

2308 angry feeling strongly annoyed /ˈæŋɡɹi/ adjective A1 My father was angry with me.

2319 violent using force to hurt or kill /ˈvaɪələnt/ adjective B1 He was arrested for violent behaviour.

2347 upset unhappy or worried because of something bad /əpˈsɛt/ adjective B1 She was upset about the news.

2349 comfortable pleasant to sit in or wear /ˈkʌmfɚtəbəl/ adjective A2 This chair is very comfortable.

2351 dramatic sudden and very great or exciting /dɹəˈmætɪk/ adjective B2 There has been a dramatic rise in prices.

2358 mad very angry; or mentally ill /ˈmæd/ adjective B1 My mom will be mad at me.

2366 surrounding all around a place /sɚˈaʊndɪŋ/ adjective B2 We explored the surrounding countryside.

2376 environmental to do with nature and the natural world /ɪnˌvaɪɹənˈmɛntəl/ adjective B2 Pollution is a serious environmental problem.

2380 democratic based on rule by the people through free votes /ˌdɛməˈkɹætɪk/ adjective B2 The country held its first democratic elections.

2389 brief lasting only a short time /ˈbɹif/ adjective B2 She gave a brief speech.

2410 minimum the smallest amount allowed or possible /ˈmɪnəməm/ adjective, noun B1 What is the minimum age to vote?

2414 sharp having a thin edge that cuts easily /ˈʃɑɹp/ adjective B1 Be careful, the knife is sharp.

2415 innocent not guilty of a crime /ˈɪnəsənt/ adjective B2 The jury decided he was innocent.

2423 ordinary not special or different in any way /ˈɔɹdəˌnɛɹi/ adjective B1 It was just an ordinary day.

2426 romantic to do with love between two people /ɹoʊˈmæntɪk/ adjective B1 We had a romantic dinner.

2429 honest telling the truth and not cheating /ˈɑnəst/ adjective B1 Please be honest with me.

2430 nervous worried and a little afraid /ˈnɝvəs/ adjective A2 I always feel nervous before exams.

2435 vast extremely large /ˈvæst/ adjective B2 They own a vast area of land.

2454 ideal perfect, or the best possible /aɪˈdil/ adjective B1 This is an ideal place for a picnic.

2457 chemicalchemicals made by or to do with the science of substances /ˈkɛməkəl/ adjective, noun B2 The factory produces chemical waste.

2458 tiny extremely small /ˈtaɪni/ adjective A2 They live in a tiny flat.

2459 existing already there or in use now /ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ/ adjective B2 The new road will replace the existing one.

2460 marine to do with the sea /mɚˈin/ adjective B2 The area is rich in marine life.

2461 friendly kind and pleasant to others /ˈfɹɛndli/ adjective A1 The staff are very friendly.

2482 tired needing rest or sleep /ˈtaɪɚd/ adjective A1 I am too tired to go out.

2487 valuable worth a lot of money, or very useful /ˈvæljəbəl/ adjective B1 The painting is very valuable.

2496 tall of more than average height /ˈtɔl/ adjective A1 He is very tall for his age.

2506 fantastic extremely good; wonderful /fænˈtæstɪk/ adjective A2 We had a fantastic holiday.

2510 ill not well in body; sick /ˈɪl/ adjective A2 She was ill for a week.

2534 remote far away from towns and people /ɹɪˈmoʊt/ adjective B1 They live in a remote village.

2542 formal serious and following accepted rules, not casual /ˈfɔɹməl/ adjective B1 Wear formal clothes to the dinner.

2543 blind unable to see /ˈblaɪnd/ adjective B1 The old dog is blind.

2574 incredible amazing; very hard to believe /ˌɪnˈkɹɛdəbəl/ adjective B1 The view was incredible.

2575 absolute complete and total, with no limit /ˈæbsəˌlut/ adjective B2 I have absolute trust in her.

2580 temporary lasting only for a short time /ˈtɛmpɚˌɛɹi/ adjective B1 She has a temporary job.

2584 wet covered in water or another liquid /ˈwɛt/ adjective A2 My shoes are wet.

2585 urban of a town or city /ˈɝbən/ adjective B2 Most people live in urban areas.

2592 brilliant extremely clever or very good; very bright /ˈbɹɪljənt/ adjective B1 She had a brilliant idea.

2596 corporate relating to large companies /ˈkɔɹpɚət/ adjective B2 She works in corporate finance.

2602 offensive rude and likely to upset people; or a military attack /əˈfɛnsɪv/ adjective, noun B2 His joke was offensive.

2615 intense very strong or extreme /ˌɪnˈtɛns/ adjective B2 The heat was intense.

2617 electronic using microchips and computer technology /ˌɪˌlɛkˈtɹɑnɪk/ adjective B1 Please sign the electronic form.

2624 impressive causing admiration because of size, skill or quality /ˌɪmˈpɹɛsɪv/ adjective B1 Her results are impressive.

2634 sad feeling unhappy or sorry /ˈsæd/ adjective A1 The film made me sad.

2636 practical useful and sensible in real situations /ˈpɹæktəkəl/ adjective B1 We need a practical solution.

2655 bound certain to happen; or required by law or duty /ˈbaʊnd/ adjective C1 He is bound to win.

2663 sensitive easily upset or hurt; quick to react /ˈsɛnsətɪv/ adjective B1 She is very sensitive to criticism.

2666 moral about right and wrong behaviour /ˈmɔɹəl/ adjective, noun B2 It was a difficult moral choice.

2668 sudden happening quickly and without warning /ˈsʌdən/ adjective B1 There was a sudden noise.

2677 rough not smooth or calm; or not exact /ˈɹʌf/ adjective B1 The sea was rough today.

2681 vital absolutely necessary or very important /ˈvaɪtəl/ adjective B2 Water is vital for all living things.

2695 gross total, before anything is taken away; or disgusting /ˈɡɹoʊs/ adjective C1 Their gross income rose last year.

2717 opposed against something; disagreeing with it /əˈpoʊzd/ adjective B2 Many people are opposed to the plan.

2735 fake not real; made to look like something genuine /ˈfeɪk/ adjective, noun B1 The passport was fake.

2738 presidential relating to the head of state or that office /ˌpɹɛzəˈdɛnʃəl/ adjective C1 The presidential election is in November.

2740 broad wide; or covering many things /ˈbɹɔd/ adjective B2 The river is broad here.

2745 visual relating to seeing or sight /ˈvɪʒəwəl/ adjective B2 Art is a visual language.

2746 conservative preferring traditional ways and opposing sudden change /kənˈsɝvətɪv/ adjective, noun B2 My parents are very conservative.

2758 historic so important that it will be remembered for a long time /hɪˈstɔɹɪk/ adjective B1 This is a historic moment.

2760 worldwide across every country on earth /ˈwɝlˈdwaɪd/ adjective, adverb B2 The song was a worldwide hit.

2779 crucial extremely important and deciding the outcome /ˈkɹuʃəl/ adjective B2 Water is crucial for survival.

2781 cheapcheaper costing little money /ˈtʃip/ adjective A1 This shirt was very cheap.

2784 loose not firmly fixed; or not tight /ˈlus/ adjective B1 This screw is loose.

2805 solo done alone, without anyone else; or a piece for one performer /ˈsoʊˌloʊ/ adjective, adverb, noun B2 She sailed solo around the world.

2809 thin not thick; or having little fat on the body /ˈθɪn/ adjective A2 She is tall and thin.

2825 underground below the surface of the earth /ˈʌndɚˌɡɹaʊnd/ adjective, adverb, noun B1 The car park is underground.

2826 consistent always behaving or happening in the same way /kənˈsɪstənt/ adjective B2 Her work is always consistent.

2845 silent making no sound; quiet /ˈsaɪlənt/ adjective B1 The room was silent.

2849 vulnerable easily hurt, attacked or harmed /ˈvʌlnɚəbəl/ adjective B2 Old people are vulnerable to the cold.

2856 ultimate coming at the very end; or the greatest /ˈʌltəmət/ adjective B2 Their ultimate aim is peace.

2860 loud making a lot of noise /ˈlaʊd/ adjective A2 The music is too loud.

2863 pleased happy and satisfied /ˈplizd/ adjective A2 I am pleased to meet you.

2870 exciting making you feel very interested and eager /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/ adjective A1 It was an exciting game.

2878 ongoing still happening and not yet finished /ˈɑnˌɡoʊɪŋ/ adjective C1 The investigation is ongoing.

2881 visible able to be seen /ˈvɪzəbəl/ adjective B2 The mountain is visible from here.

2883 glad pleased and happy about something /ˈɡlæd/ adjective A2 I am glad you came.

2900 superior better in quality; or higher in rank /suˈpɪɹiɚ/ adjective, noun B2 This product is superior to that one.

2906 attractive pleasant to look at; or appealing /əˈtɹæktɪv/ adjective B1 She is a very attractive woman.

2913 inner on the inside; close to the centre /ˈɪnɚ/ adjective B2 The inner door was locked.

2928 raw not cooked; or in a natural state /ˈɹɑ/ adjective B1 You can eat this fish raw.

2935 defensive quick to protect yourself from criticism; or used to resist attack /dɪˈfɛnsɪv/ adjective B2 He became defensive when asked.

2939 pink of a pale red colour /ˈpɪŋk/ adjective A1 She wore a pink dress.

2948 stupid showing a lack of good sense /ˈstupəd/ adjective A2 That was a stupid mistake.

2954 alleged said to have happened or be true, but not proven /əˈlɛdʒd/ adjective C1 The alleged attack took place at night.

2962 gray of the colour between black and white /ˈɡɹeɪ/ adjective A1 He has gray hair.

2966 comiccomics funny; or a magazine of picture stories /ˈkɑmɪk/ adjective, noun B1 He reads comic books.

2967 extensive large in amount or area /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/ adjective B2 The house needs extensive repairs.

2969 medium of middle size or amount /ˈmidiəm/ adjective A2 I would like a medium coffee.

2977 academic relating to schools, universities and study /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/ adjective B2 The academic year starts in September.

2979 secondary for pupils aged about 11 to 18; or less important /ˈsɛkənˌdɛɹi/ adjective B1 She teaches at a secondary school.

2982 spiritual relating to the soul and religion, not the body /ˈspɪɹɪˌtʃuəl/ adjective B2 He is a deeply spiritual man.

2986 rapid happening very quickly /ˈɹæpəd/ adjective B2 The city saw rapid growth.

2988 odd strange or unusual /ˈɑd/ adjective B1 That is an odd thing to say.

2992 aged having lived for a given number of years /ˈeɪdʒd/ adjective B2 She has two children aged five and seven.

2998 audio relating to recorded or broadcast sound /ˈɑdiˌoʊ/ adjective, noun B2 The audio quality is poor.

3009 bloody bleeding, or involving much killing and wounding /ˈblʌdi/ adjective B2 He had a bloody nose after the fight.

3011 efficient working well without wasting time or energy /ɪˈfɪʃənt/ adjective B2 The new engine is more efficient.

3013 universal true or shared everywhere, by everyone /ˌjunəˈvɝsəl/ adjective B2 Music is a universal language.

3018 rural in or of the countryside /ˈɹʊɹəl/ adjective B2 They live in a rural area.

3020 weird very strange /ˈwɪɹd/ adjective B1 That was a weird dream.

3024 random chosen by chance, without a plan /ˈɹændəm/ adjective B1 Pick a random number.

3025 everyday ordinary, and happening often /ˈɛvɹiˈdeɪ/ adjective B1 These are everyday problems.

3029 strategic part of a long-term plan to win or succeed /stɹəˈtidʒɪk/ adjective B2 It was a strategic decision.

3042 confused unable to think clearly or understand /kənˈfjuzd/ adjective A2 I am confused by the instructions.

3045 dirty not clean /ˈdɝti/ adjective A1 Your shoes are dirty.

3051 impressed admiring someone or something greatly /ˌɪmˈpɹɛst/ adjective B1 I was impressed by her speech.

3061 extraordinary very unusual and remarkable /ˌɛkstɹəˈɔɹdəˌnɛɹi/ adjective B2 She has an extraordinary voice.

3065 relevant connected with what is being discussed /ˈɹɛləvənt/ adjective B2 Is this information relevant?

3079 steady firm, regular and not changing much /ˈstɛdi/ adjective B2 He has a steady job.

3085 competitive involving rivalry; or keen to win /kəmˈpɛtətɪv/ adjective B2 Prices here are very competitive.

3093 electrical relating to power carried by wires /ɪˈlɛktɹɪkəl/ adjective B1 The fire was caused by an electrical fault.

3097 thick wide between opposite sides; not thin /ˈθɪk/ adjective B1 The walls are very thick.

3098 accurate correct in every detail /ˈækjɚət/ adjective B1 The report is accurate.

3100 drunk affected by having had too much alcohol /ˈdɹʌŋk/ adjective B1 He was too drunk to drive.

3107 smooth even, with no rough parts /ˈsmuð/ adjective B1 The road was smooth and flat.

3113 reasonable fair and sensible /ˈɹizənəbəl/ adjective B1 The price is reasonable.

3118 resulting happening as an effect of something else /ɹɪˈzʌltɪŋ/ adjective B2 The storm and the resulting floods caused damage.

3119 artificial made by people, not natural /ˌɑɹtəˈfɪʃəl/ adjective B2 The drink contains artificial colours.

3134 external on or from the outside /ɪkˈstɝnəl/ adjective B2 The building has external stairs.

3146 lovely very pleasant or beautiful /ˈlʌvli/ adjective A1 What a lovely day!

3186 detailed full of small facts and points /dɪˈteɪld/ adjective B1 She gave a detailed description.

3194 entitled having the right to something /ɛnˈtaɪtəld/ adjective B2 You are entitled to a refund.

3207 remarkable unusual and worth noticing /ɹɪˈmɑɹkəbəl/ adjective B1 She made a remarkable recovery.

3213 enormous very large /ɪˈnɔɹməs/ adjective B1 They live in an enormous house.

3215 suitable right for a purpose or person /ˈsutəbəl/ adjective B1 This film is not suitable for children.

3224 beloved much loved /bɪˈlʌvd/ adjective C1 He returned to his beloved city.

3231 exclusive limited to a few people; expensive and select /ɪkˈsklusɪv/ adjective B2 It's an exclusive club.

3283 neutral not supporting either side /ˈnutɹəl/ adjective B2 Switzerland stayed neutral.

3286 unlikely probably not going to happen /ənˈlaɪkli/ adjective B1 It is unlikely to rain today.

3287 scared afraid /ˈskɛɹd/ adjective A2 She is scared of spiders.

3289 spare extra, kept in case it is needed /ˈspɛɹ/ adjective B1 Do you have a spare key?

3296 narrow small from one side to the other /ˈnɛɹoʊ/ adjective B1 The street is very narrow.

3297 plain simple, without decoration /ˈpleɪn/ adjective B1 She wore a plain white dress.

3301 classified officially secret /ˈklæsəˌfaɪd/ adjective C1 The documents are classified.

3302 organic grown without man-made chemicals /ɔɹˈɡænɪk/ adjective B1 We buy organic vegetables.

3303 classical traditional and serious in style, like the music of Mozart /ˈklæsɪkəl/ adjective B1 She loves classical music.

3307 reliable able to be trusted to work well /ɹɪˈlaɪəbəl/ adjective B1 My car is very reliable.

3308 favourite liked more than all others /ˈfeɪvɚɪt/ adjective, noun A1 Blue is my favourite colour.

3338 aggressive ready to attack; angry and forceful /əˈɡɹɛsɪv/ adjective B2 The dog was aggressive.

3348 occupied in use, or being lived in; also busy /ˈɑkjəˌpaɪd/ adjective B2 The seat is occupied.

3352 desperate feeling there is little hope and ready to try anything /ˈdɛspɹɪt/ adjective B2 He was desperate for help.

3361 employed having a paid job /ɛmˈplɔɪd/ adjective B1 She is employed as a teacher.

3362 alert quick to notice danger; watchful /əˈlɝt/ adjective, verb B2 Stay alert while driving.

3365 confident sure of yourself or of success /ˈkɑnfədənt/ adjective B1 She feels confident about the exam.

3366 grey between black and white in colour /ˈɡɹeɪ/ adjective A1 The sky was grey all day.

3368 liberal open to new ideas and accepting of others' freedom /ˈlɪˌbɝəl/ adjective C1 She has liberal views.

3370 fundamental forming the basic and most important part /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəl/ adjective C1 There is a fundamental problem.

3378 outstanding extremely good; or still unpaid /ˌaʊtˈstændɪŋ/ adjective B2 She is an outstanding student.

3394 peaceful calm and without violence /ˈpisfəl/ adjective B1 It was a peaceful protest.

3397 sacred holy and respected for religious reasons /ˈseɪkɹəd/ adjective C1 The temple is a sacred place.

3400 sufficient enough for a need /səˈfɪʃənt/ adjective B2 We have sufficient food.

3415 loving showing great warmth and affection /ˈlʌvɪŋ/ adjective B1 She comes from a loving family.

3423 grateful feeling or showing thanks /ˈɡɹeɪtfəl/ adjective B1 I am grateful for your help.

3444 imperial of an empire or emperor /ˌɪmˈpɪɹiəl/ adjective C1 They visited the imperial palace.

3452 naked wearing no clothes /ˈneɪkəd/ adjective B2 The baby was naked.

3461 strict demanding that rules are obeyed /ˈstɹɪkt/ adjective B1 Her parents are very strict.

3467 hungry wanting or needing food /ˈhʌŋɡɹi/ adjective A1 I'm hungry, so let's eat.

3499 operational working and ready for use /ˌɑpɚˈeɪʃənəl/ adjective C1 The new airport will be operational next year.

3503 substantial large in amount or importance /səbˈstænʃəl/ adjective B2 They made a substantial profit this year.

3511 loyal faithful, always supporting someone /ˈlɔɪəl/ adjective B2 He has always been a loyal friend.

3513 isolated far from other places or people /ˈaɪsəˌleɪtəd/ adjective B2 They live in an isolated village.

3514 disappointed sad because something was not as good as hoped /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/ adjective A2 She was disappointed with her results.

3525 genetic relating to features inherited through DNA /dʒəˈnɛtɪk/ adjective B2 The disease has a genetic cause.

3530 dynamic full of energy and new ideas /daɪˈnæmɪk/ adjective B2 She is a dynamic young leader.

3532 folkfolks traditional, from the ordinary people of a region /ˈfoʊk/ adjective, noun B2 She loves traditional folk music.

3536 contemporary belonging to the present time, modern /kənˈtɛmpɚˌɛɹi/ adjective B2 The gallery shows contemporary art.

3538 apparent seeming real or true; or easy to see /əˈpɛɹənt/ adjective B2 There was no apparent reason for the delay.

3549 weekly happening once every seven days /ˈwikli/ adjective, adverb B1 We have a weekly meeting on Monday.

3572 educational helping people learn /ˌɛdʒəˈkeɪʃənəl/ adjective B1 The trip was fun and educational.

3585 wise showing good judgement from experience /ˈwaɪz/ adjective B1 That was a wise decision.

3589 prominent well known and important /ˈpɹɑmənənt/ adjective C1 She is a prominent member of the party.

3610 distant far away in space or time /ˈdɪstənt/ adjective B2 We heard the sound of distant thunder.

3630 keen very eager and interested /ˈkin/ adjective B2 She is keen to learn Spanish.

3641 brave ready to face danger without fear /ˈbɹeɪv/ adjective A2 The brave firefighter saved the child.

3645 communist following the political idea that the state owns all property /ˈkɑmjənəst/ adjective, noun B2 The country had a communist government.

3648 mutual felt or done equally by both sides /ˈmjutʃuəl/ adjective B2 They have a mutual respect for each other.

3665 challenging difficult in a way that tests your skill /ˈtʃæləndʒɪŋ/ adjective B2 It was a challenging but rewarding job.

3674 outer on the outside, furthest from the centre /ˈaʊtɚ/ adjective B2 Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage.

3685 divine coming from or relating to God or a god /dɪˈvaɪn/ adjective C1 They believed in divine punishment.

3690 monthly happening once in each of the twelve parts of the year /ˈmʌnθli/ adjective, adverb B1 We pay the rent monthly.

3716 virtual existing on computers or online rather than physically /ˈvɝtʃuəl/ adjective B2 You can take a virtual tour of the museum.

3729 mysterious strange and hard to explain or understand /mɪˈstɪɹiəs/ adjective B2 A mysterious stranger arrived in town.

3740 threatening saying or suggesting that harm will come /ˈθɹɛtənɪŋ/ adjective B2 He received a threatening letter.

3746 mechanical relating to machines and how they work /məˈkænɪkəl/ adjective B2 The plane had a mechanical problem.

3750 distinct clearly noticed; or clearly separate /dɪˈstɪŋkt/ adjective C1 There is a distinct smell of gas.

3761 controversial causing a lot of public disagreement /ˌkɑntɹəˈvɝʃəl/ adjective B2 The new law is highly controversial.

3764 considerable great enough to matter; fairly large /kənˈsɪdɚəbəl/ adjective B2 The project cost a considerable amount of money.

3767 sustained continuing for a long time without stopping /səˈsteɪnd/ adjective, verb C1 The company has seen sustained growth.

3768 diplomatic relating to official relations between countries /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/ adjective B2 The two countries cut diplomatic ties.

3770 noble morally fine and generous; or of high social rank /ˈnoʊbəl/ adjective B2 It was a noble thing to do.

3774 wooden made from the material of trees /ˈwʊdən/ adjective A2 They sat at a wooden table.

3785 qualified having passed the exams or training for a job /ˈkwɑləˌfaɪd/ adjective B2 She is a qualified nurse.

3787 serial repeating the same act many times, one after another /ˈsɪˌɹiəl/ adjective C1 Police are hunting a serial killer.

3793 curious eager to know or learn about something /ˈkjʊɹiəs/ adjective B1 Children are naturally curious.

3802 precious very valuable or much loved /ˈpɹɛʃəs/ adjective B2 She wore a precious diamond ring.

3803 biological relating to living things; or related by birth /ˌbaɪəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/ adjective B2 She is the child's biological mother.

3804 intelligent able to learn and understand things quickly /ˌɪnˈtɛlədʒənt/ adjective B1 She is a very intelligent student.

3810 stressed worried and tense because of pressure /ˈstɹɛst/ adjective B1 She feels stressed about her exams.

3812 collective shared or done by all members of a group /kəˈlɛktɪv/ adjective C1 It was a collective decision.

3817 psychological relating to the mind and feelings /ˌsaɪkəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/ adjective B2 He suffers from psychological problems.

3836 mere only, and nothing more important /ˈmɪɹ/ adjective C1 It costs a mere ten euros.

3857 elder older, of two people in a family /ˈɛldɚ/ adjective, noun B2 My elder brother lives in Canada.

3858 wealthy having a lot of money /ˈwɛlθi/ adjective B2 They come from a wealthy family.

3862 deadly able to kill /ˈdɛdli/ adjective B2 The snake's bite is deadly.

3864 magical having special powers; or wonderfully exciting /ˈmædʒɪkəl/ adjective B1 It was a magical evening.

3865 quantum relating to the physics of very tiny particles of energy /ˈkwɑntəm/ adjective, noun C2 He studies quantum physics.

3870 unexpected not thought likely to happen; surprising /ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd/ adjective B1 We had an unexpected visitor.

3871 fucking a very rude word used to add force /ˈfʌkɪŋ/ adjective, adverb C2 Shut the fucking door!

3874 shocked very surprised and upset /ˈʃɑkt/ adjective B1 We were shocked by the news.

3883 helpful useful, or willing to give assistance /ˈhɛlpfəl/ adjective A2 The staff were very helpful.

3897 talented having a natural ability to do something well /ˈtæləntɪd/ adjective B1 She is a very talented singer.

3903 devoted giving a lot of love and loyalty to someone /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/ adjective C1 She is a devoted mother.

3904 radical extreme and complete; very new and different /ˈɹædəkəl/ adjective C1 The government made radical changes.

3923 genuine real, not false; or honest and sincere /ˈdʒɛnjəwən/ adjective B2 Is this a genuine diamond?

3925 fatal causing someone's death; or leading to disaster /ˈfeɪtəl/ adjective B2 He was in a fatal car accident.

3962 toxic poisonous and harmful to health /ˈtɑksɪk/ adjective C1 The factory released toxic chemicals.

3971 magnetic able to attract iron and steel /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/ adjective C1 The earth has a magnetic field.

3980 suspicious seeming wrong or dishonest; or not trusting others /səˈspɪʃəs/ adjective B2 Police found a suspicious package.

3993 parallel side by side and always the same distance apart /ˈpɛɹəˌlɛl/ adjective, noun C1 The road runs parallel to the river.

3996 precise exact and accurate in every detail /pɹɪˈsaɪs/ adjective B2 Can you give me the precise time?

4001 slight small in amount or degree /ˈslaɪt/ adjective B1 There is a slight problem with the car.

4002 agricultural to do with farming /ˌæɡɹəˈkʌltʃɚəl/ adjective B2 Most of the region is agricultural land.

4003 striking very noticeable or attractive /ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/ adjective B2 She has a striking face.

4007 rocky full of large stones /ˈɹɑki/ adjective B2 We walked along a rocky path.

4008 painful causing physical hurt /ˈpeɪnfəl/ adjective B1 The injury was very painful.

4009 asleep not awake /əˈslip/ adjective A2 The baby is asleep upstairs.

4017 designated officially chosen for a purpose /ˈdɛzɪɡˌneɪtɪd/ adjective C1 Smoking is allowed only in designated areas.

4018 eighth coming after the seventh /ˈeɪtθ/ adjective A2 This is our eighth year in the city.

4023 sole only; one and no other /ˈsoʊl/ adjective B2 He was the sole survivor of the crash.

4026 purple the colour you get by mixing red and blue /ˈpɝpəl/ adjective A2 She wore a purple dress.

4027 generous happy to give more than expected /ˈdʒɛnɚəs/ adjective B1 He is very generous with his money.

4033 naval to do with a country's navy /ˈneɪvəl/ adjective C1 He served as a naval officer.

4037 accomplished highly skilled at something /əˈkɑmplɪʃt/ adjective C1 She is an accomplished pianist.

4039 equipped having the tools or machines needed /ɪˈkwɪpt/ adjective B2 The kitchen is well equipped.

4040 satisfied pleased because your needs are met /ˈsætəˌsfaɪd/ adjective B1 Are you satisfied with the result?

4046 clinical to do with treating patients /ˈklɪnəkəl/ adjective C1 The drug is still in clinical trials.

4047 indigenous living in a place from the earliest times /ˌɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/ adjective C1 They met with indigenous groups.

4052 tragic very sad, often involving death /ˈtɹædʒɪk/ adjective B2 It was a tragic accident.

4066 artistic showing skill and creativity in painting, music and so on /ɑɹˈtɪstɪk/ adjective B2 She comes from an artistic family.

4069 harsh cruel, severe or rough /ˈhɑɹʃ/ adjective B2 The winters here are harsh.

4109 surprising unexpected, and causing wonder /sɚˈpɹaɪzɪŋ/ adjective B1 The result was surprising.

4138 urgent needing attention at once /ˈɝdʒənt/ adjective B1 I have an urgent message for you.

4154 automatic working by itself without human control /ˌɔtəˈmætɪk/ adjective B1 The car has an automatic gearbox.

4156 mature fully grown; or sensible like an adult /məˈtʃʊɹ/ adjective B2 She is very mature for her age.

4168 ridiculous very silly, and deserving to be laughed at /ɹɪˈdɪkjələs/ adjective B1 That is a ridiculous idea.

4172 continuous going on without a break /kənˈtɪnjuəs/ adjective B2 There was continuous rain for three days.

4192 frequent happening often /ˈfɹikwənt/ adjective B2 She is a frequent visitor here.

4194 legitimate allowed by law; or fair and reasonable /ləˈdʒɪtəmət/ adjective C1 That is a legitimate question.

4195 demanding needing a lot of effort or skill /dɪˈmændɪŋ/ adjective B2 Teaching is a demanding job.

4203 identical exactly the same /aɪˈdɛntɪkəl/ adjective B2 The two houses are identical.

4204 deceased dead, especially not long ago /dɪˈsist/ adjective C1 The deceased man had no family.

4210 bitter sharp and unpleasant in taste; or angry and hurt /ˈbɪtɚ/ adjective B2 The coffee tastes bitter.

4217 decent good enough; or honest and respectable /ˈdisənt/ adjective B2 He earns a decent salary.

4234 diverse very different from each other; varied /daɪˈvɝs/ adjective B2 London has a diverse population.

4250 homeless living on the streets with no house /ˈhoʊmləs/ adjective B1 Many homeless people sleep in the park.

4252 blessed holy; or lucky to have something good /ˈblɛst/ adjective C1 We were blessed with good weather.

4253 bold brave and confident; or strong and clear in colour /ˈboʊld/ adjective B2 It was a bold decision.

4259 desired wanted or hoped for /dɪˈzaɪɚd/ adjective C1 The plan had the desired effect.

4268 elementary basic and simple; or for young children at school /ˌɛləˈmɛntɹi/ adjective B2 This is an elementary mistake.

4276 restricted limited, or open only to some people /ɹiˈstɹɪktəd/ adjective B2 This is a restricted area.

4278 promising likely to be successful in future /ˈpɹɑməsɪŋ/ adjective B2 She is a promising young singer.

4279 revolutionary bringing great change; or fighting to overthrow a government /ˌɹɛvəˈluʃəˌnɛɹi/ adjective C1 It was a revolutionary idea.

4290 silly foolish, not sensible /ˈsɪli/ adjective A2 Do not be silly.

4310 valid legally acceptable; or reasonable /ˈvælɪd/ adjective B2 Your ticket is valid for one month.

4315 constitutional to do with the basic laws of a country /ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃənəl/ adjective C1 It is a constitutional right.

4317 intellectual to do with thinking and the mind /ˌɪntəˈlɛktʃuəl/ adjective C1 He enjoys intellectual challenges.

4320 administrative to do with running an office or organisation /ədˈmɪnəˌstɹeɪtɪv/ adjective C1 She does administrative work.

4332 ugly unpleasant to look at /ˈʌɡli/ adjective A2 That is an ugly building.

4333 subsequent coming after something else /ˈsʌbsəkwənt/ adjective C1 Subsequent tests showed no problem.

4343 manual done with the hands; or a book of instructions /ˈmænjuəl/ adjective, noun B2 He does manual work on a farm.

4345 convenient easy to use, or suiting your plans /kənˈvinjənt/ adjective B1 Is Monday convenient for you?

4351 instrumental playing a key part in causing something /ˌɪnstɹəˈmɛntəl/ adjective C1 She was instrumental in the success of the project.

4364 epic very long and impressive, like a great story /ˈɛpɪk/ adjective C1 It was an epic journey across Asia.

4373 widespread found or happening in many places /ˈwaɪdˈspɹɛd/ adjective C1 There is widespread fear of war.

4385 delighted very pleased /dɪˈlaɪtəd/ adjective B1 I am delighted to meet you.

4414 instant happening at once /ˈɪnstənt/ adjective B2 The film was an instant success.

4426 infected having germs that cause disease /ˌɪnˈfɛktɪd/ adjective B2 The wound became infected.

4435 conventional traditional and ordinary /kənˈvɛnʃənəl/ adjective C1 They prefer conventional medicine.

4445 respected admired by many people for good qualities /ɹɪˈspɛktɪd/ adjective B2 He is a highly respected doctor.

4447 residential having houses rather than shops or offices /ˌɹɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/ adjective C1 They live in a quiet residential area.

4457 gentle kind and calm, not rough /ˈdʒɛntəl/ adjective B1 He spoke in a gentle voice.

4479 ethnic to do with a group sharing culture and origins /ˈɛθnɪk/ adjective C1 The city has many ethnic groups.

4482 legendary very famous and admired for a long time /ˈlɛdʒənˌdɛɹi/ adjective C1 He was a legendary football player.

4484 worthy deserving respect or attention /ˈwɝði/ adjective C1 The cause is worthy of support.

4485 logical following clear reasoning; sensible /ˈlɑdʒɪkəl/ adjective B2 That is the logical next step.

4492 sophisticated advanced and complex; or elegant and experienced /səˈfɪstəˌkeɪtɪd/ adjective C1 The system uses sophisticated technology.

4501 explosive able to blow up violently /ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/ adjective, noun B2 The police found an explosive device.

4511 martial connected with fighting or war /ˈmɑɹʃəl/ adjective C1 He teaches martial arts.

4513 clever quick to learn and understand /ˈklɛvɚ/ adjective A2 She is a very clever girl.

4523 amateur doing something for pleasure, not for pay /ˈæməˌtɝ/ adjective, noun B2 He is an amateur photographer.

4525 shy nervous and quiet with other people /ˈʃaɪ/ adjective A2 He is too shy to sing.

4531 teenage aged between thirteen and nineteen /ˈtiˌneɪdʒ/ adjective B1 She has two teenage sons.

4532 unclear not easy to understand or know /ənˈklɪɹ/ adjective B2 The reason is still unclear.

4534 dependent needing someone or something for support /dɪˈpɛndənt/ adjective B1 The town is dependent on tourism.

4536 literary connected with books and writing /ˈlɪtɚˌɛɹi/ adjective C1 She won a literary prize.

4537 anonymous with a name that is not known or given /əˈnɑnəməs/ adjective B2 The letter was anonymous.

4542 tribal connected with a social group sharing family ties and culture /ˈtɹaɪbəl/ adjective C1 They follow old tribal customs.

4545 ambitious wanting very much to succeed /æmˈbɪʃəs/ adjective B1 She is an ambitious young lawyer.

4548 tremendous very great in amount or degree /tɹəˈmɛndəs/ adjective B2 They made tremendous progress.

4549 swift happening or moving quickly /ˈswɪft/ adjective C1 We need a swift decision.

4562 dominant more powerful or noticeable than others /ˈdɑmənənt/ adjective C1 He was the dominant player in the team.

4574 divorced no longer married, by law /dɪˈvɔɹst/ adjective B1 My parents are divorced.

4577 acceptable good enough to be allowed or agreed to /ækˈsɛptəbəl/ adjective B2 Is this price acceptable to you?

4578 vocal of the voice; or expressing opinions openly /ˈvoʊkəl/ adjective C1 She has been very vocal about the problem.

4585 modest not talking proudly about yourself; or not large /ˈmɑdəst/ adjective B2 He is very modest about his success.

4594 fancy expensive and decorated; or to want something /ˈfænsi/ adjective, verb B1 We ate at a fancy restaurant.

4607 encouraging giving hope or confidence /ɛnˈkɝɪdʒɪŋ/ adjective B2 The results are very encouraging.

4615 awful very bad or unpleasant /ˈɑfəl/ adjective A2 The weather was awful yesterday.

4638 exceptional unusually good /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl/ adjective B2 She is an exceptional student.

4640 sandy covered with tiny grains of rock /ˈsændi/ adjective B1 We walked along a sandy beach.

4641 eligible allowed to do or receive something /ˈɛlədʒəbəl/ adjective C1 You are eligible for a refund.

4642 atomic connected with nuclear energy or weapons /əˈtɑmɪk/ adjective B2 They feared an atomic war.

4644 insane seriously mentally ill; or very foolish /ˌɪnˈseɪn/ adjective B2 That is an insane idea.

4646 hostile unfriendly and ready to fight or argue /ˈhɑstəl/ adjective C1 The crowd was hostile to the speaker.

4647 influential having a strong effect on others /ˌɪnfluˈɛnʃəl/ adjective C1 She is a very influential writer.

4657 horrible very unpleasant /ˈhɔɹəbəl/ adjective A2 What a horrible smell!

4662 upcoming happening soon /ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ/ adjective B2 Are you ready for the upcoming exams?

4671 outdoor happening or used outside, not in a building /ˈaʊtˌdɔɹ/ adjective B1 She loves outdoor sports.

4672 pleasant nice and enjoyable /ˈplɛzənt/ adjective A2 We had a pleasant evening.

4673 accessible easy to reach, enter or use /ækˈsɛsəbəl/ adjective B2 The building is accessible by wheelchair.

4675 progressive in favour of new ideas and change; or gradual /pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/ adjective C1 The party has progressive ideas.

4684 tense nervous and unable to relax; or a verb form showing time /ˈtɛns/ adjective, noun B2 The atmosphere was very tense.

4686 integrated combined into one working whole /ˈɪntəˌɡɹeɪtəd/ adjective, verb C1 We need an integrated transport system.

4694 faithful loyal and keeping your promises /ˈfeɪθfəl/ adjective B2 The dog was faithful to its owner.

4697 elderly old, used politely /ˈɛldɚli/ adjective B2 She looks after her elderly mother.

4703 tropical of the hot, wet regions near the equator /ˈtɹɑpɪkəl/ adjective B2 They live in a tropical climate.

4708 educated having learned a lot at school or university /ˈɛdʒəˌkeɪtɪd/ adjective B1 She is a highly educated woman.

4716 freezing extremely cold /ˈfɹizɪŋ/ adjective B1 It is freezing outside today.

4722 experimental new and still being tested /ɪkˌspɛɹɪˈmɛntəl/ adjective B2 The drug is still experimental.

4725 fiscal connected with public money and taxes /ˈfɪskəl/ adjective C1 The fiscal year ends in April.

4738 lonely sad because you have no friends or company /ˈloʊnli/ adjective B1 She felt lonely in the big city.

4751 skilled having the ability to do something well /ˈskɪld/ adjective B1 He is a skilled carpenter.

4756 coastal on or near the sea shore /ˈkoʊstəl/ adjective B2 We visited a small coastal town.

4757 unconscious not awake, after an injury or illness /ˌʌnˈkɑnʃəs/ adjective B2 He was unconscious for two hours.

4759 preliminary coming before the main part; early /pɹɪˈlɪməˌnɛɹi/ adjective C1 These are only preliminary results.

4762 moderate neither too much nor too little /ˈmɑdɚət/ adjective B2 Take moderate exercise every day.

4780 matching of the same colour or pattern as another thing /ˈmætʃɪŋ/ adjective B2 She wore a matching hat and scarf.

4783 useless having no purpose or value /ˈjusləs/ adjective B1 This old phone is useless.

4787 wireless working without cables /ˈwaɪɹlɪs/ adjective B1 Is there wireless internet here?

4791 scattered spread over a wide area /ˈskætɚd/ adjective, verb B2 Toys were scattered across the floor.

4792 unhappy sad or not satisfied /ənˈhæpi/ adjective A2 She is unhappy at her new school.

4798 eager wanting very much to do something /ˈiɡɚ/ adjective B2 The children were eager to help.

4801 eternal lasting forever /ɪˈtɝnəl/ adjective C1 They swore eternal love.

4803 notable important or interesting enough to be noticed /ˈnoʊtəbəl/ adjective C1 This is a notable exception.

4808 partial not complete /ˈpɑɹʃəl/ adjective C1 The plan was only a partial success.

4814 comprehensive including everything /ˌkɑmpɹiˈhɛnsɪv/ adjective C1 The book gives a comprehensive guide.

4817 racial connected with people's ethnic group /ˈɹeɪʃəl/ adjective C1 The law bans racial discrimination.

4819 mild not strong or severe; not very cold /ˈmaɪld/ adjective B1 The winter has been mild.

4827 immune protected from catching a disease /ˌɪˈmjun/ adjective C1 I am immune to the disease.

4836 brutal very cruel and violent /ˈbɹutəl/ adjective B2 It was a brutal attack.

4843 forbidden not allowed /ˈfɔɹbɪdən/ adjective B2 Smoking is forbidden in the building.

4848 distinguished famous and respected /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/ adjective C1 He is a distinguished professor.

4849 cruel causing pain on purpose /ˈkɹuəl/ adjective B1 It is cruel to hurt animals.

4869 judicial connected with courts and judges /dʒuˈdɪʃəl/ adjective C1 The country needs judicial reform.

4874 protective meant to keep someone or something safe from harm /pɹəˈtɛktɪv/ adjective B2 Wear protective clothing.

4875 uncomfortable not pleasant to wear or sit on; or uneasy /ənˈkʌmfɚtəbəl/ adjective B1 These shoes are uncomfortable.

4895 emerging just starting to exist or grow /ɪˈmɝdʒɪŋ/ adjective C1 They invest in emerging markets.

4902 meaningful serious, important or useful /ˈminɪŋfəl/ adjective B2 We had a meaningful conversation.

4904 spectacular very impressive to look at /spɛkˈtækjəlɚ/ adjective B2 The view from the top is spectacular.

4921 lasting continuing for a long time /ˈlæstɪŋ/ adjective B2 They hope for a lasting peace.

4924 boring not interesting at all /ˈbɔɹɪŋ/ adjective A1 The film was really boring.

4935 awesome very impressive; or very good /ˈɑsəm/ adjective B1 The concert was awesome!

4949 conscious awake and aware of what is around you /ˈkɑnʃəs/ adjective B2 He was conscious after the fall.

4962 consecutive following one after another without a break /kənˈsɛkjətɪv/ adjective C1 It rained for five consecutive days.

4975 alternate every second one; or to take turns /ˈɔltɚnət/ adjective, verb C1 We meet on alternate Mondays.

4976 realistic sensible and possible to achieve /ˌɹiəˈlɪstɪk/ adjective B1 We need a realistic plan.

4979 sunny bright with light from the sun /ˈsʌni/ adjective A1 It is a sunny day.

4980 sporting connected with games and athletic competitions /ˈspɔɹtɪŋ/ adjective B2 It was a great sporting event.

4985 athletic strong, fit and good at sport /æθˈlɛtɪk/ adjective B2 He has an athletic build.

4986 incoming arriving or about to arrive /ˈɪnˌkʌmɪŋ/ adjective B2 I have three incoming calls.

4987 intimate very close and personal /ˈɪntəmət/ adjective C1 They had an intimate dinner for two.

4994 devastating causing great damage or shock /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪtɪŋ/ adjective C1 The news was devastating.

4995 disabled having a condition that limits movement or other activity /dɪˈseɪbəld/ adjective B1 The hotel has rooms for disabled guests.

4996 unnecessary not needed /ənˈnɛsəˌsɛɹi/ adjective B1 Do not take unnecessary risks.

4997 exhausted extremely tired /ɪɡˈzɔstɪd/ adjective B1 I am exhausted after the trip.

Most common English adjectives