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Describing Words — Lesson 102

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conspicuous

kənˈspɪkjuəs

Something that is conspicuous is very easy to see or notice, or is clearly — her red dress was very conspicuous in the crowd.

Her red dress was very conspicuous in the crowd.

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conspicuously

kənˈspɪkjuəsli

In a way that is clearly visible or easy to notice — she conspicuously avoided eye contact with him during the meeting.

She conspicuously avoided eye contact with him during the meeting.

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conspiratorial

kənˌspɪrəˈtɔːriəl

Relating to or characteristic of a conspiracy or conspirators — they held a conspiratorial meeting late at night.

The two men exchanged conspiratorial glances across the room.

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constantly

ˈkɑːnstəntli

In a way that happens or continues without stopping or changing — technology is constantly evolving.

She constantly complains about her job.

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constitutionally

ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənəli

In a way that conforms to or is established by a constitution — the new law was constitutionally valid.

The new law was constitutionally valid.

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constructive

kənˈstrʌktɪv

Having a useful and helpful effect — constructive criticism helps us improve our work.

She gave me constructive feedback on my presentation.

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constructively

kənˈstrʌktɪvli

In a way that contributes to solving a problem or improving a situation — she responded constructively to the criticism.

She responded constructively to the criticism.

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consular

ˈkɑːnsəlɚ

The man sits at a desk with a blue book, a certificate, and a golden seal—these items show his consular role.

The consular office is located in the city center.

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consultative

kənˈsʌltətɪv

Relating to or involving consultation — the report is for consultative purposes only.

The government established a consultative committee to address the issue.

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contagious

kənˈteɪdʒəs

Able to be passed from one person or animal to another by direct or indirect contact — laughter can be contagious in a good way.

The disease is highly contagious and spreads quickly.

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contemporaneous

kənˌtɛmpəˈreɪniəs

Existing or occurring during the same period of time as something else — historians examined contemporaneous accounts of the event from multiple sources.

The contemporaneous rise of both artists reflected the cultural shifts of the era.

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contemptible

kənˈtemptəbəl

Deserving contempt — it was a contemptible attempt to deceive the public.

His contemptible behavior at the meeting shocked everyone.

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