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Describing Words — Lesson 58
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apocryphal
əˈpɑːkrɪfəl
Of doubtful authenticity or origin — that family legend about our ancestor being a king is probably apocryphal.
Many stories about ancient civilizations are apocryphal and lack historical evidence.
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apolitical
ˌæpəˈlɪtɪkəl
Not interested in or involved in politics — she adopted an apolitical stance during the election campaign.
Many young people today feel apolitical and disconnected from traditional party politics.
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apologetic
əˌpɑːləˈdʒetɪk
Showing or expressing sorrow and regret for having done something wrong — she was apologetic about being late to the meeting.
She was apologetic about being late to the meeting.
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apoplectic
ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk
Extremely enraged and red-faced with anger, with steam fuming from the ears — he became apoplectic at the mere suggestion of it.
She was apoplectic when she discovered the mistake.
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apparently
əˈpɛrəntli
It seems that — the project is apparently behind schedule.
Apparently, she's already left for the airport.
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appellate
əˈpelət
Relating to or concerned with the process of appealing a decision, especially — she filed an appeal to the appellate division.
The appellate court upheld the original verdict.
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appetizing
ˈæpɪtaɪzɪŋ
Food or the smell of food that looks or smells so good that you want to eat it — the food looked very appetizing.
The food looked very appetizing.
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appreciable
əˈpriːʃəbl
Large enough to be noticed or considered important — the drop in temperature was barely appreciable.
There has been an appreciable improvement in her work.
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appreciably
əˈpriːʃəbli
A noticeable or measurable degree — the new policy hasn't changed anything appreciably.
The temperature has dropped appreciably since this morning.
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appreciative
əˈpriːʃətɪv
Showing that you enjoy something or are pleased with it — he gave me an appreciative smile.
She was very appreciative of my help.
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approachable
əˈproʊtʃəbl̩
Easy to talk to and friendly — she's very approachable and always happy to help.
She's very approachable and always happy to help.
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appropriately
əˈproʊpriətli
In a way that is suitable or correct for a particular situation or purpose — she answered the question appropriately.
She answered the question appropriately.
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