symbolic -
Used to signify deeper meanings beyond the literal sense, representing an idea.
The dove is symbolic of peace and hope.
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Flexible
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pliable -
When a person is easily influenced, controlled, or persuaded by others
The boss wanted to hire employees who were pliable, so they wouldn't give his resitance when he told them what to do.
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Calm
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modest -
Humble and not boastful — not showing off one's achievements or abilitie, and avoiding attention.
The successful businesman, though he made lots of money, never lost his modest and simple manner towards everyone he met.
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Happy
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elated -
Filled with joy, pride, or high spirits, often due to a sense of achievement or good news.
She was elated when she graduated from the university with an excellent grade.
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Fast
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impetuous -
Acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
His impetuous decision to quit his job left him struggling to find a new one.
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Strong
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acute -
Very sharp and intense.
He asked that his wife keep the house clean because he had such an acute sense of smell.
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Strange
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outlandish -
Foreign or unfamiliar, especially in a way that seems odd or eccentric.
Her theory sounded so outlandish that no one took it seriously—until it was proven correct.
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Bad
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wicked -
Morally bad or evil in character or actions.
The wicked person behind the evil plot to take over the government had no sense of morality.
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Small
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trivial -
Of little value or importance
Jan was a master of trivial knowledge about her favorite football team, but she didn't know the name of the Vice President.
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Big
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spacious -
Having plenty of room; large, wide, roomy.
The spacious cabin in the woods gave them plenty of room to do all kinds of indoor activities.
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Body
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obese -
Extremely fat in a way that is dangerous for health
The WHO says that obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally, with at least 2.8 million people dying each year as a result of being overweight or obese.
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Nervous
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fidgety -
Being restless, impatient, and uneasy, and making small bodily movement that reveals that condition.
At first the criminal appeared confident under questioning, but as the hours passed, he started losing his cool and became fidgety.
