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Describing Words — Lesson 64
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attentive
əˈtɛn.tɪv
Paying close attention to something or someone — she was very attentive during the lecture.
She was very attentive during the lecture.
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attentively
əˈten.tɪv.li
In a way that focuses carefully on what is being said or done — she watched the demonstration attentively.
The student listened attentively to the teacher.
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atypical
eɪˈtɪpɪkəl
Not typical — the doctor noticed some atypical symptoms.
This is an atypical case that doesn't follow the normal pattern.
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auburn
ˈɔbərn
A warm reddish-brown hair color, shining richly on a smiling girl long flowing hair — she has beautiful auburn hair.
She has beautiful auburn hair.
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audacious
ɔˈdeɪʃəs
Audacious describes a person or action that is bold, daring, and often — they were audacious enough to propose a completely new system.
She made an audacious decision to quit her job and travel the world.
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audibly
ˈɔdəbli
In a way that can be heard — she laughed audibly during the quiet movie scene.
She laughed audibly during the quiet movie scene.
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auditory
ˈɔdɪtɔːri
Relating to the sense of hearing or the ability to hear — the auditory nerve carries sound signals from the ear to the brain.
The auditory nerve carries sound signals from the ear to the brain.
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aural
ˈɔrəl
Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing — she has excellent aural skills.
She has excellent aural skills.
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auspicious
əˈspɪʃəs
Describes an occasion or event that seems likely to lead to a good outcome — it was an auspicious beginning to the new year.
It was an auspicious beginning to the new year.
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austere
əˈstɪr
Showing severe self-discipline and restraint — the monastery had an austere atmosphere that discouraged visitors.
The monastery had an austere atmosphere that discouraged visitors.
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authorial
əˈθɔriəl
Relating to an author, especially with regard to their distinctive style — the novel's authorial voice is distinctive and recognizable throughout.
The novel's authorial voice is distinctive and recognizable throughout.
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authoritative
əˈθɔːrətətɪv
Having or showing authority, expertise, or official power — the book is an authoritative guide to ancient history.
She gave an authoritative answer to the complex question.
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