Adjectives of Shapes

continuing in a direct line without deviation or curvature

The hikers followed a straight path through the desert.

not confined or under someone or something's control

The dog was loose in the yard, happily running around.

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

The steep hill made the hike challenging, requiring extra effort to ascend.

to have a positive or favorable inclination or willingness towards a particular action, idea, or person

After reviewing the details, she inclined to support the new policy.

having an empty space within

The children found a hollow tree trunk and used it as a hiding spot during their game of hide-and-seek.

made of horn (or of a substance resembling horn)

a person's performance or capability in comparison to others

At her current level of English, Sarah can have basic conversations and understand everyday expressions.

a line or shape that is not straight and bends gradually

He drew a curve on the paper to represent the arc of the ball's trajectory.

to move or extend in a continuous and widening circular pattern

The smoke has spiraled upward from the chimney into the night sky.

to attach or secure something by means of a curved or angled object

She hooked her keys onto the belt loop of her jeans.

having a shape characterized by straight lines and sharp corners, resembling a box

The car's design was boxy, with a utilitarian appearance and minimal curves.

having a slender shape, often used to describe someone who is thin and wiry

The marathon runner's stringy arms and legs were evidence of his intense training regimen.

(of hair) having a lot of small tight curls that are neither smooth nor shiny

The humidity caused her usually straight hair to become frizzy, with small curls forming all over.

(of hair) having a spiral-like pattern

Curly hair can be easy to manage with the right products and care.

to cut hair at different lengths in a way that forms overlapping layers

She layered her hair to add volume and texture.

having a point or edge that can pierce or cut something

The hunter's arrowhead was sharp, designed for clean and efficient kills.

having a plain and sometimes harsh way of expressing thoughts or opinions

Instead of sugarcoating the feedback, she gave a blunt assessment of the project's shortcomings.

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

The professor made a crucial point about the importance of environmental conservation.

resembling or expressed through a short story that conveys a moral, lesson, or principle

The sermon was parabolic, illustrating its point through a simple story.

the outer part of an area or object that is furthest from the center

He stood on the edge of the cliff, admiring the breathtaking view below.

having a sharp or tapered tip

The witch's hat had a pointy tip, adding to its mystical appearance.

a kind of fold in a piece of cloth that is doubled over on itself and fixed in its place

the right or left half of an object, place, person, or similar whole

Please write your name on the top side of the paper.