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Describing Words — Lesson 84

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carsick

ˈkɑːrsɪk

Feeling nauseous or dizzy from riding in a motor car — I get carsick whenever I read in the car.

I get carsick whenever I read in the car.

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castellated

kæs.təˈleɪ.tɪd

Built with battlements or turrets like a castle — many Victorian railway stations were built with castellated towers.

The hotel had a castellated facade reminiscent of a medieval fortress.

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casually

ˈkæʒuəli

In a relaxed, informal, and unhurried manner — he was casually dressed in jeans and a t-shirt.

He was casually dressed in jeans and a t-shirt.

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catastrophic

kætəˈstrɑːfɪk

Involving or causing great sudden damage or disaster — the flood caused catastrophic damage to the city.

The earthquake was a catastrophic event for the region.

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catastrophically

kætəˈstrɑːfɪkli

With disastrous, ruinous, or devastating consequences — the earthquake devastated the city catastrophically.

The climate crisis is affecting the planet catastrophically.

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catatonic

kætəˈtɑːnɪk

Characterized by stupor, rigid immobility, or unresponsiveness — the patient went catatonic after the traumatic event.

The patient went catatonic after the traumatic event.

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catchy

ˈkætʃi

Pleasing, instantly memorable, and easily remembered — that song has a really catchy melody.

That song has a really catchy melody.

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categorical

ˌkætəˈɡɔːrɪkəl

Relating to distinct categories, or completely absolute and explicit — his categorical refusal to negotiate surprised everyone.

The minister issued a categorical denial of the corruption allegations.

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categorically

ˌkætəˈɡɔːrɪkli

In an absolute, clear, and uncompromising manner — she categorically refused to accept the offer.

The lawyer categorically denied all the accusations.

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caudal

ˈkɔdəl

Relating to or situated near the tail of an animal — the caudal fin of the fish helps with propulsion.

The caudal fin of the fish helps with propulsion.

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caustically

ˈkɔstɪkli

In a sarcastic, sharp, and biting manner — the reviewer caustically noted that the film's plot was as thin as paper.

The professor caustically dismissed the student's argument without offering any constructive feedback.

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cautionary

ˈkɑːʃəneri

Serving as a warning or advice to be careful — his story is a cautionary example for young entrepreneurs.

The documentary serves as a cautionary tale about environmental destruction.

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