Tag: Adjective

An effort, action, or emotion described as futile has no result or effect, and therefore serves no useful purpose. City officials attempted to stifle the scandal, but their efforts were futile.

(more smitten; most smitten) 1 : in love with someone or something From the moment he saw her, he was smitten. — usually + by or with He was smitten with her from the moment he laid eyes on her. Read More …

Something or someone described as enigmatic is mysterious and difficult to understand. The band’s lead singer has always been an enigmatic figure, refusing to use social media or even sit for interviews.

Something described as lucrative produces money or wealth. The author parlayed the success of her books into a lucrative second career as a public speaker.

(more heedless; most heedless) not paying careful attention They remain heedless of their own safety. the heedless use of natural resources heedless waste

feeling or showing strong excitement about something : filled with or marked by enthusiasm They were enthusiastic supporters of the president. I’m not wildly enthusiastic about your latest idea. They were less than enthusiastic. = They were far from enthusiastic. Read More …

Ulterior describes things (usually motives, objectives, reasons, agendas, etc.) that are kept hidden in order to achieve a particular result. Rory found it hard to not be suspicious of the accountant for offering these services for free; her eagerness to Read More …

(more peculiar; most peculiar) 1 : not usual or normal : STRANGE It seems peculiar that he would leave town and not tell anybody. The dog’s peculiar behavior worried them. She got a peculiar feeling when the phone rang. She Read More …

(more sparkling; most sparkling) 1 : shining with or reflecting bright points of light the sparkling blue sea sparkling jewels 2 : bright and clever sparkling wit 3 : of the best quality : excellent or outstanding a sparkling performance Read More …

Something described as palpable is obvious and notable. Palpable may also be used as a synonym of tangible to describe something that can be perceived by one’s sense of touch. The tension in the courtroom was palpable as the jury Read More …