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Describing Words — Lesson 21

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vacant

ˈveɪkənt

Not occupied, filled, or in use — she was hired to fill a vacant position.

The hotel has several vacant rooms for this weekend.

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vague

veɪɡ

Not clearly expressed, perceived, or understood — he had a vague idea of where to go.

I have only a vague memory of the event.

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valid

ˈvælɪd

Legally or officially acceptable — that's a valid point.

Is your passport still valid?

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various

ˈveriəs

Different from one another — she has various talents.

There are various ways to solve this problem.

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vast

væst

Extremely large in size, amount, or extent — the ocean is vast and endless.

The ocean is vast and endless.

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verbal

ˈvɜːrbəl

Relating to or expressed in words — the agreement was only verbal, not written down.

She gave him a verbal warning about his behavior.

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viable

ˈvaɪəbəl

Able to work successfully or to function effectively — the business plan looks viable.

The business plan looks viable.

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virtual

ˈvɜːrtʃuəl

Relating to or involving computer technology that creates a simulated environment — she works from home in a virtual office.

The conference was held virtually last year.

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visible

ˈvɪz.ə.bəl

Able to be seen — the stars are clearly visible tonight.

The stars are clearly visible tonight.

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vital

ˈvaɪtəl

Extremely important — water is vital for life.

Water is vital for life.

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vivid

ˈvɪvɪd

Bright, strong, or clear in a way that produces powerful images in the mind — she gave a vivid description of her trip to Paris.

The garden was filled with vivid flowers in pink and orange.

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vulnerable

ˈvʌlnərəbəl

Being in a situation where you can be easily hurt, attacked, or affected by something bad — the soldiers were in a vulnerable position.

Children are vulnerable to all kinds of accidents.

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