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Describing Words — Lesson 86

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chalky

ˈtʃɑːki

White, powdery, or resembling soft chalk rock — she wiped the chalky dust from her hands.

The soil in this region has a chalky texture.

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chancy

ˈtʃænsi

Uncertain, risky, or hazardous to attempt — it's a chancy investment, so be prepared to lose money.

It's a chancy investment, so be prepared to lose money.

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changeable

ˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl

Able or likely to alter, like a chameleon changing colors — she has a changeable mood today.

The weather is very changeable this spring.

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chaotic

keɪˈɑːtɪk

In a state of complete disorder, mess, and confusion — after the party, the apartment was left in a chaotic mess.

The traffic in the city is absolutely chaotic during rush hour.

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chaotically

kəˌɑtɪkəli

In a wild, disorderly, and completely confused way — the books were scattered chaotically across the floor.

The books were scattered chaotically across the floor.

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characteristically

ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪkəli

In a way that is typical and distinctive of someone or something — she characteristically arrived five minutes early.

She characteristically arrived five minutes early.

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chargeable

ˈtʃɑːrdʒəbl

Subject to payment or blame for causing damage — this service is chargeable to your account.

This service is chargeable to your account.

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charismatic

kɛrɪzˈmætɪk

Exercising a compelling charm and magnetic presence that attracts others — he was known for his charismatic presence on stage.

She has a charismatic personality that draws people to her.

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charitable

ˈtʃærɪtəbl

Generous, kind, and willing to share food and help others — he has a charitable nature.

She made a charitable donation to the hospital.

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charmingly

ˈtʃɑːr.mɪŋ.li

In a delightful, sweet, and endearing manner — she smiled charmingly at the guests.

She smiled charmingly at the guests.

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chary

ˈtʃeri

Cautious, suspicious, and reluctant to approach rashly — the team was chary about adopting untested methods.

She was chary of strangers offering unsolicited help.

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chaste

tʃeɪst

Pure, virtuous, modest, and free from corruption — she lived a chaste life devoted to her faith.

She lived a chaste life devoted to her faith.

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