Character Traits

noun a person who talks too much or indiscreetly

adjective describing someone who talks a lot or speaks loudly or indiscreetly

• She is often criticized for having a big mouth and speaking without thinking.
• My friend is such a big mouth, she can never keep a secret.
• Don't listen to him, he's just a big mouth trying to impress everyone.
• His big mouth got him into trouble once again, he just can't help himself.

noun an individual's good reputation

• The protagonist's character development was carefully crafted by the author.
• I really like the main character in that book.
• That dude has such a strong character, he never gives up.
• Her character shines like a beacon of hope in our community.

verb to describe the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

• The study aimed to characterize the genetic mutations responsible for the rare disease.
• Can you characterize what kind of person she is?
• I can't really characterize him, he's just a cool dude.
• Her boldness and fearlessness characterize her approach to life.

adjective describing a person who is brave and willing to face danger or pain

adjective adjective describes a noun or pronoun, in this case 'crabby' describes someone who is irritable or bad-tempered

• The customer was quite crabby when their order was delayed.
• My sister always gets crabby when she's hungry.
• Don't be so crabby, it's just a game.
• His crabby attitude was like a dark cloud hanging over the party.

noun skill in achieving one's ends through deceit or evasion

adjective having or showing skill in achieving one's ends through deceit or evasion

• The cunning fox outsmarted the hunter by leading him into a trap.
• She's a cunning one, always finding a way to get what she wants.
• That guy is so cunning, he could sell ice to an Eskimo.
• Her cunning smile told me she had a secret plan up her sleeve.

verb to feel contempt or a deep repugnance for; to regard with scorn or disgust

• I despise the way he conducts business, it lacks integrity.
• I really despise doing the dishes, it's my least favorite chore.
• I can't stand that guy, I totally despise him.
• Her words were like daggers, piercing through his heart with the force of despise.

adjective showing malice or ill will; malicious; spiteful

• Her despiteful remarks towards her colleague were completely uncalled for.
• She can be so despiteful sometimes, it's hard to understand why.
• I can't stand hanging out with Jenny, she's so despiteful.
• The storm raged on, despiteful of the damage it caused.

verb past tense of disenchant

adjective feeling disappointed or disillusioned

• After years of working in the company, she became disenchanted with the lack of opportunities for growth.
• He was disenchanted with the new movie because it didn't live up to the hype.
• I'm feeling pretty disenchanted with my job right now, it's just not fulfilling anymore.
• The once vibrant town had become disenchanted, with boarded-up shops and empty streets.

adjective showing a lack of honor or moral principles; disgraceful or shameful

• His dishonorable actions brought shame upon his family name.
• I can't believe he would do something so dishonorable.
• That was a really shady and dishonorable move.
• Choosing to cheat in the game was a truly dishonorable decision.

adjective relating to or suffering from indigestion; having a gloomy or irritable disposition

• The dyspeptic patient was advised to follow a strict diet to alleviate his symptoms.
• My dyspeptic uncle always complains about his stomach problems after eating spicy food.
• I can't hang out with Sarah when she's dyspeptic, she gets so grumpy.
• The dyspeptic atmosphere in the office made it difficult for employees to focus on their work.

adjective showing a lack of courage or determination; timid or fearful

• It is important for leaders to be courageous and not give in to the fears of the faint-hearted.
• Don't be faint-hearted, go ahead and give it a try!
• Real winners don't hang out with the faint-hearted.
• His determination was like a beacon of light in a sea of faint-heartedness.

adjective an adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'falsehearted' describes someone who is deceitful or insincere.

• It is important to be cautious of falsehearted individuals in positions of power.
• I heard she's been hanging out with some falsehearted people lately.
• Don't trust him, he's totally falsehearted.
• The storm clouds gathered above, a falsehearted promise of rain.

noun the part of a sword blade from the middle to the point

• Despite his many talents, his foible for procrastination often hindered his progress.
• Her foible for always being late drove her friends crazy.
• His foible for being a neat freak is starting to annoy his roommates.
• The cracks in the sculpture added a unique foible to its beauty.

noun a person who is morally good or virtuous

• She is widely regarded as a good person due to her charitable work and ethical behavior.
• I can always count on him to do the right thing because he's just a good person.
• She's a real stand-up gal, a true good person through and through.
• Being a good person is like planting seeds of kindness that will bloom into a beautiful garden of positivity.

noun a person who is thankful or appreciative

adjective feeling or showing thanks or appreciation

• I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work with such a talented team.
• I'm so grateful for your help with my project, thank you!
• I'm hella grateful for the support you've shown me.
• She felt grateful as if a weight had been lifted off her shoulders.

noun A broad smile expressing satisfaction or amusement

verb To smile broadly

• She greeted him with a polite grin before beginning the meeting.
• I couldn't help but grin when I saw the surprise party they had planned for me.
• His cheesy pickup line made her grin and roll her eyes at the same time.
• The success of the project made the team grin from ear to ear with pride.

adjective having gray or partly gray hair

• The grizzled veteran shared his experiences with the new recruits.
• The grizzled old man always tells the best stories at the bar.
• That grizzled dude is a total legend around here.
• The grizzled landscape told the story of years of harsh weather and erosion.

adjective harsh or stern in manner or appearance

• The professor had a gruff demeanor, but he was actually quite approachable once you got to know him.
• The gruff security guard wouldn't let anyone into the building without proper identification.
• The gruff bartender told us to keep it down or we'd be kicked out of the bar.
• Despite his gruff exterior, deep down he was a kind and caring person.

adjective showing no kindness or sympathy; unfeeling

• The judge was known for his hardhearted rulings in the courtroom.
• She can come off as hardhearted, but she's actually very kind once you get to know her.
• Don't be so hardhearted, give him a break.
• His hardhearted demeanor masked the pain he was feeling inside.

verb past tense of henpeck, which means to nag or criticize constantly

adjective oppressed or dominated by a wife or female partner

• The henpecked husband always followed his wife's every command.
• Everyone knew he was henpecked because he never made a decision without his wife's approval.
• He was totally henpecked by his controlling partner.
• The henpecked employee felt like he had no autonomy in his job.

noun a person who works purely for material reward, especially a person willing to perform menial or unpleasant tasks

adjective relating to or characteristic of a hireling

• The company decided to hire a hireling to help with the overflow of work.
• I heard they're bringing in a hireling to cover for Bob while he's on vacation.
• The boss is always bringing in hirelings to do the dirty work.
• In the game of politics, he was seen as a hireling of the opposing party.

noun a person who is truthful and sincere in their actions and words

• He was known in the community as an honest man who always kept his word.
• Everyone trusted him because he was just a straight-up honest man.
• That dude is a real stand-up guy, a true honest man.
• His integrity shone like a beacon, proving he was indeed an honest man.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'honest' describes someone who is truthful and sincere

• To be honest, I must say that the company's financial situation is not looking good.
• Honestly, I don't think he will show up to the party tonight.
• I swear, I'm being honest when I say the new restaurant is lit.
• She wore her heart on her sleeve, always honest about her feelings.

noun a humble person

verb to lower in condition or dignity; abase

adjective having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance

• He always remained humble despite his great success in the business world.
• She's a really humble person, always willing to help others.
• I can't stand people who act all high and mighty, I prefer those who are humble.
• The mountain stood tall and majestic, yet it remained humble in the presence of the vast sky above.

adverb in a way that is done quickly and without thought or care

• The CEO impetuously made a decision without consulting the board first.
• She impetuously bought a new car without even test driving it.
• He impetuously swiped right on every profile on the dating app.
• The storm impetuously swept through the town, leaving destruction in its wake.

noun lack of respect; rudeness

adjective impudent (showing a lack of respect; rude)

• His impudence in speaking out of turn during the meeting was quite shocking.
• I can't believe the impudence of that guy asking for a raise after just a month on the job.
• The cashier had the nerve to show impudence when I asked for a refund.
• The impudence of the storm as it tore through the town left a lasting impact on its residents.

adjective having a yellowish or greenish color, as in jaundice

• The doctor noticed a jaundiced hue to the patient's skin, indicating a possible liver problem.
• She looked a bit jaundiced after staying out in the sun for too long.
• His face was so jaundiced, he looked like he had been pickled in vinegar.
• Her jaundiced view of the world colored all her interactions with negativity.

noun a French term meaning 'the happy medium' or 'the golden mean', referring to the ideal balance or middle ground between two extremes

• Finding the juste milieu between work and leisure is essential for a balanced lifestyle.
• I'm trying to find the juste milieu between studying and hanging out with friends.
• Dude, you need to find the juste milieu between partying and taking care of responsibilities.
• In literature, the character often represents the juste milieu between good and evil.

noun a person who spoils the enjoyment of others, typically by being disapproving or overly serious

• The teacher was seen as a killjoy by the students because she always enforced strict rules.
• Don't be such a killjoy and come join us for the party!
• She's such a buzzkill, always being a killjoy at every gathering.
• His negative attitude was like a killjoy, sucking the energy out of the room.

adjective having a strong desire for food or drink; greedy

• The chef prepared a lickerish dessert for the guests at the banquet.
• I can't resist indulging in lickerish treats whenever I see them.
• That ice cream shop has the most lickerish flavors in town.
• Her lickerish attitude towards success drives her to always strive for more.

adjective describing someone as cowardly or timid

• He was often described as lily livered due to his lack of courage in making important decisions.
• Don't be so lily livered, just jump off the diving board already!
• Stop being such a lily livered wimp and stand up for yourself!
• Her lily livered attitude towards challenges held her back from reaching her full potential.

adjective reluctant or unwilling

adverb in a reluctant or unwilling manner

• She was loath to admit that she had made a mistake.
• I'm loath to go to that party, it's always so boring.
• I'm totally loath to do my homework tonight.
• His heart was loath to let go of the memories they shared.

noun a person who suffers for a long time without complaining

adjective enduring pain or hardship for a long time without complaint

• The long suffering patients waited patiently in the crowded hospital waiting room.
• My long suffering friend finally broke up with her unreliable boyfriend.
• I can't believe how long suffering my boss is with that lazy coworker.
• The long suffering tree finally snapped in the strong winds, after years of bending and swaying.

noun the quality of being generous and noble in spirit, especially in forgiving

adjective magnanimous

• The king was known for his magnanimity towards his subjects, always forgiving and generous.
• She showed great magnanimity by forgiving her friend for the mistake.
• Dude, that guy has some serious magnanimity, always helping out others without expecting anything in return.
• The artist's magnanimity towards criticism allowed her to grow and improve her craft.

adjective showing patience and humility; gentle and easily imposed upon

• The meek student quietly raised her hand to ask a question during the lecture.
• She's always been a bit meek and shy around new people.
• Don't be so meek, stand up for yourself and speak your mind!
• The meekness of the forest was shattered by the sudden roar of the lion.

noun a person of integrity and honor; a decent, responsible, and mature individual

• He is a true mensch, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.
• My neighbor is such a mensch, he helped me fix my car without asking for anything in return.
• Dude, that guy is a total mensch, he threw an awesome party last night.
• In the world of professional sports, he is considered a mensch for his fair play and sportsmanship.

noun A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.

• The misanthrope avoided social gatherings and preferred solitude.
• Don't invite John to the party, he's a total misanthrope.
• That guy is such a misanthrope, he never wants to hang out with anyone.
• Her misanthrope nature was like a shield protecting her from getting hurt by others.

noun A person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible

• The miser refused to spend any money on new furniture for his house.
• My neighbor is such a miser, he never wants to chip in for anything.
• Don't be a miser, just buy us all a round of drinks!
• She was a miser when it came to sharing her emotions with others.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'moody' describes someone who is prone to sudden changes in mood or temperament

• The artist's moody paintings evoke a sense of melancholy and introspection.
• My friend can be quite moody when she's tired.
• Don't mind him, he's just in a moody mood today.
• The stormy weather matched her moody temperament perfectly.

noun a naive or inexperienced person

• The artist's work was praised for its naif style and simplistic charm.
• She has a naif way of looking at the world, always seeing the best in people.
• Don't be so naif, you need to be more street smart in this neighborhood.
• His naif belief in the goodness of humanity was shattered after experiencing a traumatic event.

noun a person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves

• The psychologist diagnosed him as a narcissist due to his extreme self-centeredness.
• She's such a narcissist, always talking about herself and ignoring others.
• That guy is a total narcissist, always taking selfies and posting them online.
• Being a narcissist is like looking in a mirror and only seeing yourself, never noticing others around you.

noun a perfect diamond of 100 carats or more

• She was considered a paragon of virtue in the community.
• He's a real paragon when it comes to fixing cars.
• That new singer is a paragon of cool.
• The old oak tree was a paragon of strength and resilience.

adjective having or showing an irritable disposition

• The peevish customer complained about the slow service at the restaurant.
• She's always so peevish in the mornings before she's had her coffee.
• Why are you being so peevish about it? Chill out.
• His peevish attitude was like a dark cloud hanging over the party.

adjective deeply or seriously thoughtful, often with a hint of sadness

• As she sat by the window, she appeared pensive, lost in deep thought.
• He looked pensive as he stared off into the distance, probably thinking about something serious.
• Why do you look so pensive? What's on your mind?
• The painting captured a pensive mood, with the subject's eyes gazing into the distance.

noun a brave and spirited person

adjective showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty

• The plucky young entrepreneur started her own business despite facing many challenges.
• I admire your plucky attitude in taking on that difficult task.
• She's always been a plucky one, never backing down from a challenge.
• The plucky little flower pushed its way through the cracks in the pavement to reach the sunlight.

adjective a term used to describe someone who is sincere, genuine, and kind-hearted

• She was known for her purehearted intentions and unwavering dedication to helping others.
• I can always count on my purehearted friend to give me honest advice.
• That guy may act tough, but deep down he's actually pretty purehearted.
• Her purehearted nature shone through like a beacon in a sea of darkness.

noun a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements

verb to admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements

• Respect is a fundamental value that should be upheld in all professional interactions.
• I always make sure to show respect to my elders.
• Dude, you gotta give me some respect for pulling off that trick!
• In the world of business, reputation is earned through respect.

adjective describing someone who is full of compassion or pity

• The judge listened to the defendant's ruthful plea for a lighter sentence.
• She couldn't help but feel ruthful after hearing about her friend's difficult situation.
• I'm feeling pretty ruthful about skipping my workout today.
• The painting captured a sense of ruthful longing in the subject's eyes.

noun the quality or state of being saintly; holiness or goodness

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• Her saintliness was evident in the way she dedicated her life to helping others.
• Everyone was in awe of his saintliness, always willing to lend a hand to those in need.
• I can't believe the saintliness of that guy, always doing good deeds without expecting anything in return.
• The saintliness of her character shone through even in the darkest of times, guiding others towards the light.

verb to smile or speak in a way that is insincere or excessive

adjective having a silly or affected smile

• She couldn't stand his constant simpering whenever he was around her.
• Stop simpering and just be yourself!
• I can't believe she's still simpering over that guy.
• His simpering attitude towards authority figures never fails to annoy me.

noun a habitually lazy person

• The sluggard refused to help with any of the chores around the house.
• Don't be such a sluggard, get up and do something productive!
• That sluggard is always lounging around, never lifting a finger.
• His mind was a sluggard, slow to process new information.

adjective having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature

adverb in a sly or cunning manner

• The detective noticed the suspect's sly smile during questioning.
• She gave him a sly wink to let him know she was joking.
• He's always pulling sly pranks on his friends.
• The politician's sly tactics were finally exposed to the public.

noun a contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone

verb to smile or speak in a contemptuous or mocking manner

• She couldn't help but sneer at his lack of professionalism during the meeting.
• I saw him sneer at the new guy when he walked in.
• Don't you dare sneer at me like that!
• The dark clouds seemed to sneer down at the small town below.

noun a person of unspecified or indefinite identity

• Somebody must have forgotten to turn off the lights in the conference room.
• Somebody left their umbrella in the hallway.
• Somebody's gotta pick up the slack around here.
• Somebody's heart was broken when they found out the truth.

adjective having or showing a lack of courage or strength; weak

• The spineless politician refused to take a stand on the controversial issue.
• I can't believe he's being so spineless about making a decision.
• Don't be so spineless, stand up for yourself!
• His spineless behavior showed his lack of courage in facing challenges.

adjective relating to or affected by splenitis, characterized by or showing a bad temper, irritability, or bitterness

• The professor's splenetic reaction to the student's question was unexpected.
• She's always so splenetic when things don't go her way.
• I can't stand his splenetic attitude towards everything.
• The dark clouds overhead seemed to mirror his splenetic mood.

adjective resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering

• The steadfast commitment of the employees ensured the project was completed on time.
• She has always been a steadfast friend, always there when you need her.
• I'm looking for a steadfast workout buddy to keep me motivated.
• His steadfast belief in himself propelled him to success against all odds.

adjective describing someone who has a facial expression that shows no emotion or reaction

• The stone-faced judge listened intently to the witness's testimony.
• She always looks so stone-faced when she's concentrating.
• Don't be so stone-faced, lighten up a bit!
• Despite the criticism, she remained stone-faced and focused on her goals.

adjective not flinching or shrinking; unyielding

adverb in a manner that does not flinch or shrink; in an unyielding manner

• The unblenching determination of the scientist led to groundbreaking discoveries.
• Even in the face of criticism, she remained unblenching in her beliefs.
• He's got some serious unblenching skills on the basketball court.
• The unblenching courage of the firefighter saved many lives during the blaze.

adjective not characteristic of or suitable for a gentleman; lacking in the qualities considered appropriate for a man of good breeding and social position

• His behavior at the dinner party was deemed ungentlemanly by the other guests.
• It's ungentlemanly to not hold the door open for someone behind you.
• Dude, that move on the basketball court was totally ungentlemanly.
• Her ungentlemanly treatment of her employees showed her true character.

adjective describing someone or something that is not easy to like or is unpleasant

• The protagonist of the novel was portrayed as unlikable due to his selfish actions.
• I find her unlikable because she never listens to anyone else's opinions.
• That guy is so unlikable, he always ruins the mood at parties.
• His unlikable personality was like a dark cloud hanging over the group.

adjective describing something that lacks romance or is not romantic

• The practical and unromantic approach to solving the issue was met with mixed reactions.
• I know it's unromantic, but let's just split the bill.
• I'm not into all that mushy stuff, I'm more of an unromantic type.
• His unromantic view on love made it difficult for him to maintain relationships.

adjective having or showing high moral standards

• She was known for her virtuous behavior and impeccable moral standards.
• He always tries to do the right thing and be a virtuous person.
• People who are always doing good deeds are just so virtuous.
• The virtuous path may be difficult, but it is always worth it in the end.

adjective describing someone who lacks courage or determination

• She was often described as weakhearted due to her tendency to avoid confrontations.
• Don't be so weakhearted, just speak up for yourself!
• Stop acting so weakhearted, grow a backbone!
• His weakhearted approach to challenges held him back from reaching his full potential.

noun a person who is physically or morally weak

• The scientist referred to the smaller species as a weakling in comparison to the larger predators.
• Don't be a weakling, stand up for yourself and speak your mind.
• He's such a weakling, always backing down from a challenge.
• Her resolve was like a rock, unyielding to the opinions of weaklings around her.

adjective deserving of respect or attention; having value or merit

• The candidate presented a worthy proposal during the conference.
• I think this book is definitely worthy of a read.
• That new restaurant is totally worthy of checking out.
• Her determination to succeed made her a worthy opponent in the competition.

adjective showing or characterized by intense anger

• The king was known for his wrathful demeanor towards anyone who dared to defy him.
• Watch out for Sarah when she's in a wrathful mood - she can be quite scary.
• Don't mess with Mark when he's wrathful, he's a force to be reckoned with.
• The storm clouds gathered overhead, a wrathful sky ready to unleash its fury.

noun a type of sandal with a thong strap and a flat sole

• The politician was labeled a flip flopper for changing his stance on the issue multiple times.
• Don't be such a flip flopper and make up your mind already!
• She's such a flip flopper, always changing her mind at the last minute.
• His indecisiveness earned him the nickname 'flip flopper' among his friends.

noun a person who is excessively or chronically anxious or uneasy

adjective describing someone who is anxious or uneasy

• The nervous Nellie in the group always double checks everything before making a decision.
• Don't be such a nervous Nellie, everything will be fine.
• She's such a nervous Nellie, always worrying about every little thing.
• Being a nervous Nellie won't help you in this situation, you need to stay calm and focused.

adjective describing someone with a face that is long in shape

• The long-faced man stood quietly in the corner, observing the room.
• Why do you always look so long-faced when you're tired?
• Don't be so long-faced, everything will work out in the end.
• Her long-faced expression spoke volumes about her disappointment.

noun a fictional character representing an overbearing or controlling mother, often used humorously

• The media portrayed her as a Mumzilla, constantly scrutinizing every detail of her children's lives.
• Watch out for Mumzilla when she gets stressed out about the party planning.
• I can't deal with Mumzilla today, she's being so overbearing.
• Her inner Mumzilla emerged when she felt threatened by someone else's parenting choices.

adjective describing someone with dark, deep-set eyes

• She was known for her sloe-eyed beauty and grace.
• He couldn't help but be drawn to her sloe-eyed charm.
• That actor with the sloe-eyed look is so dreamy.
• The painting captured the sloe-eyed innocence of childhood.

adjective describing someone who is honest and has strong moral principles

• The candidate was known for being integrious and always acting with honesty and integrity.
• I trust him because he's integrious and never lies to me.
• She's so integrious, I can always count on her to have my back.
• The old oak tree stood tall and integrious, symbolizing strength and resilience.

verb to detest or hate intensely

• I abominate the use of violence as a means of resolving conflicts.
• I absolutely abominate mushrooms on my pizza.
• I straight up abominate that new song on the radio.
• She abominates the idea of leaving her hometown for good.

noun A person, place, thing, or idea

adjective Describing word that modifies a noun or pronoun

pronoun Word that takes the place of a noun

preposition Word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• His dedication to charity work is truly after one's own heart.
• She loves to bake just like you, it's after one's own heart.
• Their taste in music is totally after my own heart.
• The way she always puts others first is after one's own heart.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

interjection a word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or sentiment

• Agatho-daimon was a concept in ancient Greek religion representing a good spirit or divine power.
• I heard that agatho- is a prefix that means 'good' in Greek.
• Let's go grab some agatho- coffee from that new cafe down the street.
• His presence in the room was like an agatho- aura, bringing a sense of peace and positivity.