Adjective

adjective

217 of 1146

Bad / Weak

audio

depleted - When resources and energy are used up and emptied.

After a week lost in the enormous forest, Bill found this energy - and possibly his hope - was almost depleted.

adjective

218 of 1146

Bad / Uncomfortable

audio

disconcerting - Making someone feel uncertain, uncomfortable or worried

Linda had a disconcerting habit of speaking before thinking about what she should say.

adjective

219 of 1146

Bad / Bad

audio

toxic - Containing or being something poisonous especially when capable of causing serious injury.

After years that the chemical factory dumped waste in Pine river, the river became too toxic for anyone to safely visit.

adjective

220 of 1146

Good / Exciting

Url audio

effusive - Overflowing with emotion or enthusiasm.

He gave everyone an effusive thank-you for the surprise party.

adjective

221 of 1146

Bad / Dishonest

Url audio

sneaky - Doing things in a secretive or sly way, often to avoid being noticed or caught.

Before breakfast, Billy was sneaky and ate some cookies when his mother wasn't looking.

adjective

222 of 1146

Bad / Confused

audio

dazed - Confused or unable to think clearly, often as a result of an injury or from shock

After her car accident, the dazed woman had to rest on the sidewalk.

adjective

223 of 1146

Bad / Disorganized

Url audio

verbose - Containing excessive or unnecessary language

The essay was too verbose and needed to be edited and shortened for clarity.

adjective

224 of 1146

Other / Sound

audio

muted - Less loud or strong compared to what is usual.

Esther could have screamed at her 3 year old throwing a tantrum, but she felt she would be more successful trying a more muted response.

adjective

225 of 1146

Bad / Disorganized

audio

diffuse - Scattered and widely spread out

After drinking all night, in the morning Bill felt too diffuse to concentrate on his work.

adjective

226 of 1146

Good / Love

audio

smitten - Overwhelmed or struck by something, usually love

Joel and Candice were still smitten with each other, even after 20 years of marriage.

adjective

227 of 1146

Bad / Nervous

Url audio

touchy - Easily offended or sensitive to criticism or comments.

Be careful what you say—he’s really touchy about his artwork.

adjective

228 of 1146

Good / Smart-Adj

Url audio

versatile - Capable of doing many things well; multi-talented

He's a versatile performer who can sing, dance, and act with ease.