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Describing Words — Lesson 65
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autistic
ɑːˈtɪstɪk
Relating to or having autism, a developmental disorder that affects how a — the child was diagnosed as autistic.
The child was diagnosed as autistic.
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autobiographical
ˌɑːtəˌbaɪəˈɡræfɪkəl
Telling the real story of a person's own life written by themselves — his autobiographical essay won a literary prize.
She published an autobiographical novel about her childhood.
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autocratic
ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk
Ruling with complete power and control without asking others — the country suffered under decades of autocratic rule.
The autocratic leader refused to listen to any criticism from his ministers.
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autoimmune
ˌɑːtoʊɪˈmjuːn
Relating to when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells — she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.
She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.
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automatically
ˌɑːtəˈmætɪkəli
Working or happening by itself without needing a person to operate it — the system saves your work automatically.
The door opens automatically when you approach it.
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automotive
ˌɔːtəˈmoʊtɪv
Relating to motor cars and other road vehicles — she works in automotive engineering.
The automotive industry is one of the largest in the world.
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autonomous
ɔːˈtɑːnəməs
Acting independently and governing oneself freely — the region has an autonomous government.
The region has an autonomous government.
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autumnal
əˈtʌmnəl
Relating to autumn when tree leaves turn orange, gold, and red — we took an autumnal walk through the park.
The autumnal colors of the leaves were beautiful.
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averse
əˈvɜːrs
Strongly disliking or unwilling to accept something — he is not averse to working late when necessary.
She was averse to taking risks in her investments.
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avid
ˈævɪd
Very eager, enthusiastic, and passionate about something — he is an avid fan of classical music.
She is an avid reader of mystery novels.
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avidly
ˈævɪdli
Doing something with immense eagerness, interest, and enthusiasm — she followed the news avidly.
She read avidly about ancient history.
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avoidable
əˈvɔɪdəbəl
Able to be prevented or stayed away from with care — the mistake was completely avoidable.
Many traffic jams are avoidable if people use public transport.
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