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Describing Words — Lesson 8

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bodily
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bodily

ˈbɑdəli
Relating to the human body — the active boy jumps with full bodily energy.
The doctor examined the patient's bodily functions.
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bright
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bright

braɪt
Full of light and shining — the smiling sun is warm and bright above the meadow.
The sun is very bright today.
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brilliant
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brilliant

ˈbrɪljənt
Extremely bright and splendid — the champion gold trophy shines with brilliant light.
The brilliant sunshine lit up the room.
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careful
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careful

ˈkɛrfəl
Giving serious attention to avoid mistakes — the careful boy steadies the block tower.
Be careful when you cross the street.
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casual
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casual

ˈkæʒəl
Relaxed and informal — the girl wears casual jeans and sneakers for a walk.
He was wearing casual clothes.
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certain
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certain

ˈsɜːrtən
Particular or specific — the finger points to choose one certain blue gift box.
I'm certain he will arrive on time.
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civil
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civil

ˈsɪvəl
Relating to ordinary citizens rather than the military — the civil pedestrian walks in the park.
He was very civil to everyone at the meeting.
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clever
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clever

ˈkle.vɚ
Quick at learning and skillful — the clever child builds an arch with blocks.
She's very clever at solving puzzles.
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corporate
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corporate

ˈkɔːrpərət
Relating to large business companies — the executive stands in front of corporate towers.
The corporate office is located downtown.
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cosmic
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cosmic

ˈkɑːzmɪk
Relating to outer space or the universe — the owl feathers glow with cosmic starlight.
The cosmic explosion created a new star.
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crucial
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crucial

ˈkruːʃəl
Extremely important to success — placing the golden keystone is crucial for the bridge.
Water is crucial for survival.
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curious
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curious

ˈkjʊriəs
Eager to know or explore things — the curious kitten peeks out from the cardboard box.
I'm curious about how the machine works.
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