Characteristics and Disposition

a material or substance with a rough surface or texture used to grind, polish, smooth, or wear away another surface through friction

Sandpaper is a common abrasive used in woodworking.

unclear and not precisely stated or defined

The movie's ending was ambiguous, leaving the audience with more questions than answers.

taking risks that are bold and shocking

His audacious plan to revolutionize the industry involved introducing radical changes that shocked competitors and investors alike.

related to or belonging to the Western branch of the Christian Church that is led by the Pope

She attends Mass every Sunday at her local Catholic church.

useful to each other or enhancing each other's qualities when brought together

The two colors are complementary and create a harmonious contrast in the painting.

believing things easily even without much evidence that leads to being easy to deceive

It's surprising how even educated people can be so credulous when it comes to superstitions.

showing a polite, dignified, and appropriate manner of behaving

The guests at the formal dinner party displayed decorous behavior, speaking politely and adhering to proper dining etiquette.

filled with grief and sorrow

The doleful wailing of the woman could be heard throughout the neighborhood as she mourned the loss of her child.

slightly strange in behavior, appearance, or ideas

Her eccentric fashion choices always turn heads.

higher or taller than the things or people nearby in a way that draws attention

The statue stood eminent above the square, visible from every corner.

deserving of admiration or approval

The charity does estimable work in the community and is rightfully praised for their efforts helping those in need.

existing despite being extremely old

The museum houses an extant manuscript from the 15th century.

talking a great deal, particularly about trivial things

Her garrulous phone calls often lasted for hours, filled with small talk.

lacking proper consideration and foresight, especially when it comes to savings and money

His improvident spending habits led to financial trouble.

to set a particular habit, belief, attitude, etc. in someone in a lasting manner

Parents often aim to ingrain the value of honesty in their children from an early age.

having a humorous and joking manner

His jocular remarks lightened the mood at the meeting.

weak from or as if from exhaustion

The heat made everyone feel languid and slow.

prone to unpredicted and sudden changes

Her mercurial mood swings made it hard for friends to keep up.

lacking experience and wisdom due to being young

She was naive to the ways of the world, trusting everyone she met without question.

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

He dismissed her concerns offhand, not realizing how important they were to her.

to support or sponsor a person, organization, or cause, often by providing financial assistance

The wealthy entrepreneur decided to patronize a local arts initiative by funding exhibitions.

trying too hard to attract attention or impress others

The pretentious host constantly name‑dropped celebrities.

likely to become a reality in the future

The prospective merger between the two companies has generated a lot of interest in the business community.

feeling a sense of unease or agitation that prevents one from finding peace or relaxation

Workers left the meeting in a restive mood, unsettled by uncertainty around pending layoffs.

consisting of fundamental and basic principles

She had only a rudimentary understanding of the language, knowing just a few basic phrases.

taking place at precisely the same time

The two teams scored simultaneous goals, resulting in a tie game.

occurring at the exact same speed or time

The audio and video tracks were synchronized to be perfectly synchronous.

tending to be reserved and untalkative, in a way that makes one seem unfriendly

His taciturn demeanor at the party gave the impression that he wasn't enjoying himself.

having the ability to stay composed and calm in difficult circumstances

Despite the chaos, she remained unflappable, handling the situation with poise and confidence.

generously giving something such as help, money, time, praise, etc.

Her unstinting support during the crisis was invaluable.

a short, thick, coarse hair growing naturally on an animal or person

The boar's bristles were rough to the touch.

to express great regret or sorrow for something

She bemoaned the loss of her favorite book.

to insult or make fun of someone as if they are stupid or worthless

She was hurt when her own family began to deride her decision to drop out of law school and pursue music.

to trick someone into believing something that is not true

The scammer duped unsuspecting individuals into giving away their personal information by pretending to be a bank representative.

a Trojan prince and the greatest warrior in the Trojan War, known for his courage, leadership, and devotion to his country and family

something that deviates from what is considered normal, expected, or standard

Scientists were puzzled by the orbital anomaly of a newly discovered asteroid that didn't fit theories of planetary motion.

the quality of showing loyalty and faithfulness to someone or something

He admired the dog's fidelity to its owner.

the way of behaving that is considered to be morally and socially correct and acceptable

She was known for her propriety at social gatherings.