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Describing Words — Lesson 62
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ashore
əˈʃɔr
On or to the shore or land from the water — the boat finally came ashore.
The boat finally came ashore.
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ashy
ˈæʃi
Pale grey like ash, describing a fluffy soft grey kitten sitting on the floor — the ashy remains of the fire filled the yard.
Her face looked ashy after she heard the bad news.
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asinine
ˈæsənaɪn
Extremely stupid, silly, or ridiculous — that was an asinine comment with no thought behind it.
That was an asinine comment with no thought behind it.
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askance
əˈskæns
In a suspicious, distrustful, or disapproving way — the locals regarded the outsiders askance.
She looked at him askance when he made the strange comment.
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askew
əˈskjuː
Not in a straight or level position — her hat was slightly askew.
Her hat was slightly askew.
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asleep
əˈsliːp
In a state of sleep — the baby is asleep.
The baby is asleep.
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assiduous
əˈsɪdjuəs
Showing great care, effort, and perseverance over a long period of time — she was assiduous in her preparation for the exams.
She was assiduous in her preparation for the exams.
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assuredly
əˈʃʊrɪdli
Definitely, certainly, or without doubt — assuredly, she will arrive on time.
Assuredly, she will arrive on time.
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astonishingly
əˈstɑːnɪʃɪŋli
In a way that is very surprising, impressive, or unusual — the food was astonishingly delicious.
The view from the top was astonishingly beautiful.
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astral
ˈæstrəl
Relating to stars or the heavens — she gazed at the astral bodies through her telescope.
The astral projection experience felt remarkably vivid.
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astray
əˈstreɪ
Away from the correct path or direction — the package went astray in the mail.
The package went astray in the mail.
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astride
əˈstraɪd
With one leg on each side of something — she sat astride the horse.
She sat astride the horse.
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