Descriptive Words

noun a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• The adjective 'beautiful' is often used to describe the scenery in this area.
• I really like that adjective, 'cool', it's so versatile.
• She's always using the slang adjective 'lit' to describe things she likes.
• His use of the figurative adjective 'explosive' really painted a vivid picture in my mind.

adjective filled with horror or shock

• The audience was aghast at the politician's scandalous behavior.
• I was aghast when I saw the price of the new iPhone.
• My friends were totally aghast when they found out I had never tried sushi before.
• Her heart was aghast at the thought of losing her best friend.

adjective experiencing or expressing severe mental or physical pain or suffering

• The anguished cries of the grieving widow echoed through the church.
• She looked anguished when she found out her favorite store was closing.
• He was totally anguished when he realized he left his phone at home.
• The anguished expression on her face spoke volumes about her inner turmoil.

adjective causing fear, dread, or terror; extremely bad or unpleasant

• The quality of the product was truly awful, and we will need to address this issue immediately.
• I tried baking a cake last night, but it turned out awful.
• The weather today is just awful, I wish I could stay in bed all day.
• The situation at work has become so awful that I'm considering looking for a new job.

adjective describing something that lacks color or is dull in appearance

• The colorless sky on a cloudy day made everything seem dreary.
• I prefer colorful clothes over colorless ones.
• That movie was so boring, it was like watching paint dry in a colorless room.
• His speech was colorless, lacking any passion or emotion.

adjective An adjective that describes something that is too many to be counted or numbered.

• There are countless scientific studies that support the theory of climate change.
• I have watched countless episodes of that TV show.
• I've eaten at that restaurant countless times, it's so good!
• Her kindness knows no bounds, it's like she has a countless supply of love to give.

noun a state or quality of being dull; lacking interest or excitement

• The lecture was filled with dullness, causing many students to struggle to stay awake.
• I can't stand the dullness of this movie, let's change it.
• This party is so boring, the dullness is killing me.
• The dullness of his personality made it hard for others to connect with him.

adverb An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. It often describes the degree or extent to which something is done, in this case, 'extremely' modifies the verb or adjective it is paired with.

• The research findings were extremely conclusive and will have a significant impact on the scientific community.
• I am extremely excited about the upcoming concert, I can't wait to see my favorite band perform!
• That movie was extremely lit, I couldn't stop laughing the entire time.
• Her love for him was like a flame that burned extremely bright and never seemed to fade.

adjective causing fear or dread; terrifying

• The storm outside was frightful, with thunder and lightning crashing all around.
• I watched a frightful movie last night and couldn't sleep afterwards.
• That haunted house is so frightful, it gives me the creeps.
• The thought of failing the exam was frightful, but I studied hard and passed with flying colors.

adjective shining or sparkling with reflected light

• The glistening dew on the leaves sparkled in the morning sunlight.
• Her glistening smile lit up the room.
• The car's glistening paint job was on point.
• His eyes were glistening with tears as he listened to the heartfelt speech.

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 describing someone with sunken or deeply set eyes, often indicating tiredness or illness

• The hollow-eyed man looked like he hadn't slept in days.
• She showed up to the party looking all hollow-eyed and tired.
• The students pulled an all-nighter and came to class hollow-eyed.
• After the breakup, she felt hollow-eyed and empty inside.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• The refugees were hungering for a stable food supply after being displaced from their homes.
• I'm hungering for some pizza right now, let's order in!
• She was hungering for some gossip about her ex-boyfriend.
• The artist was hungering for inspiration to create a new masterpiece.

adjective describing something that cannot be expressed in words

• The beauty of the sunset was truly inexpressible.
• I can't even put into words how amazing that movie was.
• That concert was lit, like, totally inexpressible!
• The love she felt for him was so deep and intense, it was inexpressible.

adjective an adjective that describes a person's desire or appetite as impossible to satisfy or fulfill

• Her insatiable appetite for knowledge drove her to pursue multiple advanced degrees.
• He has an insatiable sweet tooth and can never resist dessert.
• My insatiable craving for pizza is out of control.
• The insatiable demand for the new iPhone caused stores to sell out within hours.

verb to depict or describe in painting or words

• The artist used a delicate brush to limn the intricate details of the landscape.
• I saw a painter limn a beautiful portrait at the park yesterday.
• She can really limn a mean graffiti piece on the wall.
• His words were able to limn a vivid picture of the historical event in my mind.

adjective causing shock or disgust; sensational or melodramatic

• The newspaper published a lurid account of the crime scene.
• I couldn't believe the lurid details in that gossip magazine.
• The movie was so lurid, it was like a trainwreck - you couldn't look away.
• His lurid imagination painted a vivid picture of what could happen if they didn't act quickly.

noun the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret

adjective poignant

• The poignancy of the novel's ending left readers in tears.
• The poignancy of that scene really got to me.
• The poignancy of the situation hit me right in the feels.
• The poignancy of her words cut through the silence like a knife.

adjective produced or existing in large quantities

adverb in large amounts; abundantly

• The patient was sweating profusely due to the high fever.
• She was apologizing profusely for spilling the drink on the carpet.
• He was crying profusely after watching the sad movie.
• The author's words flowed profusely, painting a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

adjective having a pleasant smell; suggestive or evocative

• The aroma of the freshly baked bread was redolent of a French bakery.
• The smell of the flowers in the garden is so redolent, it reminds me of my grandma's house.
• The barbecue joint down the street is redolent of good times and great food.
• His speech was redolent with promises of a better future.

noun the quality of being magnificent or splendid

• The splendor of the palace was breathtaking, with its intricate architecture and luxurious decorations.
• We were blown away by the splendor of the wedding venue - it was so fancy and beautiful.
• The splendor of that new car is off the charts - I wish I could afford one!
• As she walked down the aisle, she felt a sense of splendor wash over her, knowing she was about to start a new chapter in her life.

adjective describing a place or situation that does not receive any sunlight

• The sunless sky cast a gloomy shadow over the city.
• I prefer staying indoors on sunless days.
• Let's skip the beach today, it's looking pretty sunless out there.
• His heart felt sunless after the breakup.

adjective causing desire or excitement; enticing

• The chef prepared a tantalizing five-course meal for the guests.
• The smell of the barbecue was so tantalizing, I couldn't resist.
• That new video game trailer is so tantalizing, I can't wait to play it.
• The prospect of a promotion was tantalizing, driving her to work harder.

adjective worn to the point of being thin and tattered

• The threadbare curtains in the old mansion were in desperate need of replacement.
• I can't believe you're still wearing those threadbare jeans from high school.
• Her excuse for being late was so threadbare, nobody believed her.
• The threadbare relationship between the two countries was on the brink of collapse.

adverb used to emphasize an adjective or adverb, indicating a high degree or extent

• The research findings are very significant in the field of medicine.
• I am very excited to go to the concert tonight.
• That movie was very lit, I loved it!
• Her smile was like a ray of sunshine, very warm and inviting.

adjective having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing

• As she gazed out the window at the falling leaves, a wistful expression crossed her face.
• Whenever he listened to that old song, he couldn't help but feel wistful about the good old days.
• Seeing her ex with someone new made her feel all wistful and nostalgic.
• The abandoned house stood in the field, its empty windows looking wistful as if longing for the laughter of children.

adjective flushed or filled with a liquid, especially in abundance

adverb in a flush or flushed state

• The diplomat's face was aflush with embarrassment after the incident.
• She was aflush with excitement when she heard the news.
• His cheeks were aflush from running in the cold.
• The room was aflush with color from the vibrant decorations.

adjective describing something as being as black as coal

• The coal-black night sky was filled with twinkling stars.
• Her hair was a shiny, coal-black color.
• That car has a sleek, coal-black paint job.
• His heart was as cold and coal-black as the darkest night.

noun A word that describes a person, place, thing, or idea.

verb A word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.

conjunction A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses.

interjection A word or phrase that expresses emotion or exclamation.

article A word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite.

• The adject form of the word 'happy' is 'happiness'.
• She used an adject to describe the painting as 'beautiful'.
• I can't think of a good adject to describe this situation.
• His adject choice painted a vivid picture in my mind.

noun a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

• In linguistics, an adjective equivalent is a word or phrase that functions like an adjective in a sentence.
• A word that acts like an adjective is called an adjective equivalent.
• When you need to describe something but can't think of the right adjective, just use an adjective equivalent.
• Her laughter was like a warm blanket, a true adjective equivalent for joy.

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

• She experienced a feeling of unease as she entered the unfamiliar room.
• I get a feeling of excitement every time I see my favorite band live.
• There's just a feeling of chill vibes when hanging out with my friends.
• After the meditation session, she had a feeling of inner peace and calmness.