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Describing Words — Lesson 104
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contributory
kənˈtrɪbjətɔːri
Playing a part in causing something — several contributory causes led to the accident.
Smoking was a contributory factor in his lung disease.
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contrite
kə.ˈntraɪt
Feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses — tom was very contrite.
She fidgeted, looking noticeably contrite.
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controllable
kənˈtroʊləbl
Able to be controlled or managed — the situation is now controllable.
The situation is now controllable.
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controversial
ˌkɑːntrəˈvɜrʃəl
Relating to or causing controversy — the new policy proved to be highly controversial.
The new policy proved to be highly controversial.
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controversially
kənˈtrɑːvɜrʒəli
In a way that causes public disagreement or dispute — the minister controversially announced new tax policies.
The minister controversially announced new tax policies.
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conveniently
kənˈviːniəntli
In a way that is easy, practical, or suitable for a particular purpose — she conveniently forgot to mention the extra fees.
The hotel is conveniently located near the train station.
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conventional
kənˈvɛnʃənəl
Following accepted standards, customs, or practices — conventional medicine has its limitations.
She has a very conventional approach to solving problems.
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conventionally
kənˈvɛnʃənəli
In a way that follows accepted standards, customs, or practices — women in that culture dress conventionally for formal occasions.
The building was designed conventionally with traditional materials.
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convergent
kənˈvɜːrdʒənt
Tending to move toward or meet at a point — the two rivers become convergent at this valley.
The convergent plates created a mountain range along the fault line.
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conversant
kənˈvɜːrsənt
Having knowledge or practical experience with something — the lawyer proved to be conversant with international law.
She is conversant with the latest developments in technology.
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conversational
ˌkɑːnvɚˈseɪʃənəl
Relating to or used in conversation — try to use more conversational language when speaking.
She has a warm, conversational manner that puts people at ease.
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conversely
kənˈvɜːrsəli
In an opposite or contrary way — conversely, we could try a different approach.
Conversely, we could try a different approach.
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