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Describing Words — Lesson 24

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boldly

ˈboʊldli

In a confident, brave way, without fear of criticism or judgment — she boldly walked up to the stranger and introduced herself.

She boldly walked up to the stranger and introduced herself.

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bony

ˈboʊni

Having a thin body with prominent bones that show under the skin — the fish has a bony skeleton.

The old horse had a bony frame.

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buoyant

ˈbɔɪənt

1. able to float or rise to the surface of a liquid. 2. cheerful and — the cork was light enough to remain buoyant on the water.

The cork was light enough to remain buoyant on the water.

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carefree

ˈkerfriː

Without worries or anxiety — she spent a carefree summer by the beach.

She spent a carefree summer by the beach.

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cellular

ˈsɛljələr

Consisting of or relating to cells — all living organisms have a cellular structure.

All living organisms have a cellular structure.

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cheerful

ˈtʃɪrfəl

Feeling or showing happiness and positivity — she has a cheerful smile.

She has a cheerful smile.

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chronic

ˈkrɑːnɪk

A chronic condition or problem is one that persists for a long time or keeps — chronic alcohol abuse can cause serious damage to the liver.

He has been suffering from chronic back pain for several years.

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chubby

ˈtʃʌbi

Slightly fat in a pleasant, healthy way, often used to describe babies or round cheeks — her chubby cheeks are so cute.

The baby has chubby little hands.

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clinical

ˈklɪnɪkəl

Relating to the medical examination and treatment of patients — she has a clinical approach to problem-solving.

The patient is in clinical condition but stable.

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cognitive

ˈkɑːɡnətɪv

Relating to the mental processes involved in thinking, knowing, remembering, and reasoning — she uses cognitive strategies to improve her learning.

Cognitive psychology examines how people acquire, store, and use knowledge.

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colorful

ˈkʌlərfəl

Having many different colors — I like colorful pictures and drawings.

She wore a colorful dress to the party.

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conscious

ˈkɑːnʃəs

Aware of and thinking about something — she was conscious of her breathing.

She was conscious of her breathing.

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