Pronunciation: /ˌpɜː.sənˈæl.ə.ti/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: countable
Transitive or intransitive: intransitive
Synonym: character
Opposite: dullness
Her outgoing personality made her popular at the party
Pronunciation: /bɪˈheɪvjər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: uncountable
Synonym: conduct
Opposite: misbehavior
His behavior at the meeting was unacceptable
Pronunciation: /ʃaɪ/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Synonym: timid
Opposite: outgoing
She’s too shy to speak in public
Pronunciation: /ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Synonym: chatty
Opposite: reserved
She’s always been a very talkative person
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪə.ri.əs/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Synonym: solemn
Opposite: lighthearted
He has a serious attitude towards his work
Pronunciation:/ˈfʌn.i/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal:both
Stress marks:/fun-ny/
Synonym:hilarious
Opposite:sad
The comedian is known for his funny jokes
Pronunciation:/ˈɪn.tər.ɪs.tɪŋ/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/in-ter-est-ing/
Synonym:fascinating
Opposite:boring
The book was very interesting to read
Pronunciation:/ɪkˈsaɪ.tɪŋ/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/ex-ci-ting/
Synonym:thrilling
Opposite:boring
The roller coaster ride was very exciting
Pronunciation:/ˈwʌn.də.fəl/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/won-der-ful/
Synonym:magnificent
Opposite:dreadful
The view from the top of the mountain was wonderful
Pronunciation:/əˈmeɪ.zɪŋ/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/a-ma-zing/
Synonym:wonderful
Opposite:dull
The magician performed an amazing trick
Pronunciation:/ˈek.sə.lənt/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/ex-ce-lent/
Synonym:first-rate
Opposite:poor
The restaurant serves excellent food
Pronunciation:/ˈɔː.səm/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/awe-some/
Synonym:breathtaking
Opposite:dreadful
The fireworks display was awesome
Pronunciation:/wɪrd/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/weird/
Synonym:strange
Opposite:normal
The movie had a weird ending
Pronunciation:/streɪndʒ/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: Both
Stress marks:/strange/
Synonym:bizarre
Opposite:normal
The strange noise coming from the attic was unsettling
Pronunciation:/tʌf/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal:(informal)
Stress marks:/tough/
Synonym:demanding
Opposite:simple
The exam was tough but I managed to pass it
Pronunciation:/juːˈniːk/
Part of speech:adjective
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:n/a(regular form)
Formal or informal: Both
Stress marks:/unique/
Synonym:singular
Opposite:normal
The artist’s style is truly unique
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒeləs/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: jealous
Synonym: envious
Opposite: content
She was jealous of her friend’s success
Pronunciation: /ˈbrɪliənt/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: brilliant
Synonym: excellent
Opposite: mediocre
His performance in the play was brilliant
Pronunciation: /ˈkreɪzi/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: crazy
Synonym: insane
Opposite: sane
He has some crazy ideas about starting a business
Pronunciation: /ˈhelpfəl/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: helpful
Synonym: supportive
Opposite: unhelpful
The staff at the hotel were very helpful
Pronunciation: /feər/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: fair
Synonym: impartial
Opposite: unfair
The judge made a fair decision in the case
Pronunciation: /ruːd/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks: rude
Synonym: impolite
Opposite: polite
His rude behavior offended the guests
Pronunciation:/ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/
Part of speech: adjective
Formal or informal:can be used in both formal and informal contexts
Countable or uncountable:n/a (adjective)
(adjective)
Stress marks:/con-fi-dent/
Synonym:self-assured
Opposite:nervous
The candidate appeared confident during the interview
Pronunciation:/ˈskeəri/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal:(informal)
Stress marks:/scary/
Synonym:frightening
Opposite:safe
The horror movie was too scary for me to watch
Pronunciation:/maɪld/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: both
Stress marks:/mild/
Synonym:gently
Opposite:intense
The mild weather made for a pleasant day
Pronunciation:/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.əl/
Part of speech:noun/adjective
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable:noun - countable,
Transitive or intransitive:noun - transitive,
Stress marks:/in-di-vid-u-al/
Synonym:single
Opposite:collective
The artist is known for his individual style
Pronunciation:/ˈfuː.lɪʃ/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: Both
Stress marks:/fool-ish/
Synonym:silly
Opposite:sensible
The foolish decision led to negative consequences
Pronunciation:/ˈsɜː.tən/
Part of speech:adjective
Formal or informal: Both
Stress marks:/cer-tain/
Synonym:sure
Opposite:doubtful
I am certain that I locked the door before leaving
Pronunciation:/ˈwiːk.nəs/
Part of speech:noun/adjective
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable:noun - countable
Transitive or intransitive:noun - transitive
Stress marks:/weak-ness/
Synonym:vulnerability
Opposite:strength
Lack of exercise can lead to muscle weakness
Pronunciation:/kaɪnd/
Part of speech:noun/adjective
Countable or uncountable: noun - countable
Transitive or intransitive: noun - transitive
Stress marks:/kind/
Synonym: caring
Opposite: cruel
The kind gesture made her day