Traits and Behavior

having contradictory views or feelings about something or someone

She felt ambivalent about the job offer because it required moving to a new city.

not consistent with what is considered to be expected

Satellite images revealed an anomalous heat signature in a remote region that rescue teams were dispatched to investigate.

a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is a famous example of a suspension bridge with massive arches.

indicating that something is very likely to succeed in the future

Finding a rare coin on the street made her day start in an auspicious manner.

rude, ill-mannered, or surly in behavior

His churlish response to the waiter's polite inquiry startled those at the table.

feeling disappointed and sad, especially due to experiencing an unexpected failure

He looked crestfallen when he realized he had missed the deadline for submitting his application.

a pronoun used to indicate and identify a specific person, place, thing, or idea

In "This is my book," this is a demonstrative.

to unfairly treat a person or group of people based on their sex, race, etc.

The company was accused of discriminating against women in its hiring practices.

a type of drink that produces bubbles or fizz, often through the addition of carbon dioxide, creating a refreshing and invigorating texture and taste

As the seltzer bottle was shaken, its contents became vigorously effervescent with rapid bubble formation.

excited and happy because something has happened or is going to happen

She was elated to receive the news of her promotion at work.

relating to something that is created artificially instead of naturally

She was wary of the factitious charm of the promotional campaign.

lacking seriousness and respect on a serious matter in an attempt to appear humorous or clever

His flippant remarks about the serious issue angered everyone.

having an unpleasantly proud and arrogant demeanor, displaying a demand for obedience

The teacher's imperious attitude was not well-received by parents, who felt she lacked understanding and empathy.

behaving in an unconcerned and calm manner

Despite the chaos around him, he maintained a nonchalant demeanor, calmly sipping his tea.

stubborn and unwilling to change one's behaviors, opinions, views, etc. despite other people's reasoning and persuasion

The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables, no matter how much his parents coaxed him.

relating to someone or something that is untrustworthy and disloyal

The perfidious diplomat pretended friendship while secretly plotting against the alliance.

failing to respect boundaries, doing something despite having no right in doing so

It was presumptuous of him to assume he could make decisions for the team.

perfectly clean or spotless, devoid of any dirt, marks, or impurities

The kitchen gleamed with pristine cleanliness after a thorough scrubbing.

taking place every day and thus considered as an ordinary occurrence

Her quotidian routine included a morning jog and a cup of coffee.

feeling or displaying a great amount of admiration and respect

The audience was reverent during the keynote speaker’s address.

trying to avoid drawing attention toward one's abilities or oneself, especially due to modesty

Her self-effacing attitude made her popular with her colleagues.

having keen, farsighted judgment and the ability to discern deeply and wisely

The sagacious leader quickly identified the root of the problem and implemented effective solutions.

occurring from time to time, in an irregular manner

The sporadic rainfall throughout the day led to unpredictable weather conditions.

to reach or achieve what one desired or tried for

Through persistent effort and dedication, she succeeded in securing a promotion at her job.

clearly defined or sharply outlined, like the distinct boundaries between two ideas or concepts

The trenchant division between their political ideologies was evident in every debate they had.

seeming to exist or appear everywhere

Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society, with almost everyone owning one.

using or having an excessive number of words

The writer's style is known for being verbose, with long and convoluted sentences.

something that is different from what is expected and normal

The warm winter was seen as an aberration in the region's climate.

an unreasonably excessive amount of pride or arrogance

His hubris led him to underestimate his opponents.

words or actions that lack meaning, sense, or importance

His speech was filled with inanity, offering no real insight.

the usage of abusive, insulting, and rude language when one is extremely angry

His speech was filled with invective aimed at his opponents.

an unbranded range animal, especially a calf that has strayed from the herd and is not marked as owned

The rancher rounded up the mavericks before branding season.

a person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality or trait

The organization was a paragon of efficiency, streamlining processes and achieving remarkable productivity.

the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

The judge was known for her unwavering probity and fairness.

care or worry for a person's well-being

Her solicitude for the children was evident in her gentle care.

to be disloyal to a person, a group of people, or one's country by giving information about them to their enemy

The spy betrayed his country by passing classified information to the enemy.

to put a stop to someone's feelings of anger

He offered an apology to placate his upset coworker.

to request something in an annoyingly persistent way

Fans would often importune the celebrity for autographs, even during her private outings.

showing sensibility and wisdom, especially in avoiding risks or making decisions

The prudent investor diversified their portfolio to minimize risk.

overflowing with courage and determination

The mettlesome leader inspired the team with his bravery.