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Describing Words — Lesson 61

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armorial

ɑːrˈmɔːriəl

Relating to heraldry or coats of arms — the castle's walls were decorated with armorial symbols.

The armorial bearings of the royal family are displayed in the museum.

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aromatic

ˌærəˈmætɪk

Having a strong, pleasant smell, typically from herbs, spices, or plants — the soup was rich and aromatic.

The soup was rich and aromatic.

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arrogant

ˈærəɡənt

Behaving in an unpleasant way because you think you are more important than other people — the boss became arrogant after getting promoted.

He was arrogant and rude to everyone at the party.

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arrogantly

ˈærəɡəntli

In a way that shows excessive pride, self-importance, or an unreasonable sense — they arrogantly refused to listen to any criticism.

He arrogantly claimed credit for the entire team's work.

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arterial

ɑːrˈtɪriəl

Relating to the arteries carrying oxygen-rich blood through the arm and body — arterial blockages can lead to serious health problems.

The arterial blood carries oxygen from the heart to the rest of the body.

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artful

ˈɑːrtfəl

Clever and skillful, often in a cunning or deceitful way — the artful thief evaded capture for years.

She's an artful negotiator who always gets what she wants.

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artfully

ˈɑːrtfəli

In a skillful, clever, or cunning way — the politician artfully deflected criticism.

She artfully dodged the question without lying.

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articulately

ɑːrˈtɪkjələtli

Speaking clearly, expressively, and persuasively from a podium with open hands — she always speaks articulately in meetings.

She always speaks articulately in meetings.

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artificially

ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli

In a way that is made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally — the fruit is grown artificially in greenhouses.

The fruit is grown artificially in greenhouses.

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artistically

ɑrˈtɪstɪkəli

In a way that relates to art or artists — the chef presented the dish artistically.

She arranged the flowers artistically on the table.

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arty

ˈɑrti

Pretending or aiming to appear artistic, sophisticated, or cultured, often — he gives arty excuses for being late to work.

He drives an old car to look arty and bohemian.

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asexual

ˌeɪˈsekʃuəl

Without sexual characteristics or reproduction — asexual reproduction is common in simple organisms like bacteria.

Some species of plants can reproduce asexually through mitosis.

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