▸ Specimen Drawer
Describing Words — Lesson 35
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pleasant
ˈplɛzənt
Giving a feeling of happy satisfaction, enjoyment, and comfort — this is a pleasant surprise.
We had a pleasant evening at the restaurant.
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powerful
ˈpaʊɚfəl
Having great physical strength, force, or energy — she's a powerful leader.
She's a powerful leader.
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productive
prəˈdʌktɪv
Producing or yielding a large amount of good results or fresh crops — our meeting was very productive.
Our meeting was very productive.
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profitable
ˈprɑːfɪtəbl
Yielding financial gain, profit, or good wealth — we need to find a more profitable business model.
This investment has proven very profitable for the company.
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profound
prəˈfaʊnd
Having deep insight, understanding, or emotional weight — she has a profound understanding of human nature.
She has a profound understanding of human nature.
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prominent
ˈprɑːmɪnənt
Standing out clearly so as to be easily seen — she has a prominent nose.
She has a prominent nose.
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prosperous
ˈprɑːspərəs
Successful, thriving, and enjoying good fortune and comfortable living — she came from a prosperous background.
The family lived in a prosperous neighborhood.
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protective
prəˈtɛktɪv
Giving protection, shielding, and keeping safe from harm — the protective coating prevents scratches.
She wore protective gloves while gardening.
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psychological
ˌsaɪkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl
Relating to the mental and emotional state of mind — he suffered psychological damage from the accident.
She had a psychological evaluation before starting the new job.
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punctual
ˈpʌŋktʃuəl
Acting or arriving exactly at the designated appointed time — she is always punctual for meetings.
She is always punctual for meetings.
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purposeful
ˈpɜːrpəsfʊl
Having a clear aim, determination, and focused intention — he made purposeful efforts to improve his language skills.
She had a purposeful stride as she walked into the meeting.
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quaint
kweɪnt
Attractively unusual, old-fashioned, and charmingly picturesque — she collects quaint old-fashioned teacups.
They live in a quaint little village by the sea.
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