Find the perfect words to describe someone with the world’s most comprehensive and carefully curated collection of adjectives to describe a person. Describing someone can be a challenge because everyone is so unique and we all have our own distinguishing characteristics which often leave us tongue-tied when trying to describe another person. Every word in here was carefully chosen to ensure that it actually should be included in a list of words to describe a person. So many lists online are haphazardly created, full of words that can’t actually be used to describe someone. However, here you can rest assured that every word in here is a word to describe someone.
Whether you are looking to describe someone’s appearance or for words to describe personality characteristics of an individual, you will find them all right here in one place. This list is arranged alphabetically to make it easy to sort through and scan. All words here are adjectives, which are parts of speech that describe one of three things: a person, place or thing. And since this is a collection of words to describe people, all of those included here are adjectives. You’ll also notice that we have included both negative and positive words to describe someone. While we would prefer to see a world of love and kindness, in the interest of accuracy and comprehensiveness, we have included positive, negative and neutral words here. We hope you enjoy this collection and return to it again and again whenever you are searching for some adjectives to describe someone.
Words to Describe Someone
Here is our list of adjectives to describe a person. Enjoy and we hope you are able to paint the perfect picture!
A words to describe someone
- abandoned
- able
- able-bodied
- abrasive
- absentminded
- abstracted
- abusive
- accepting
- accessible
- acclaimed
- accommodating
- accountable
- active
- admirable
- adoptive
- adorable
- adoring
- adroit
- adult
- adventurous
- affable
- affectionate
- African
- ageless
- aggressive
- agitated
- agreeable
- adjectives that start with A
- alert
- alien
- alive
- all-around
- alleged
- alone
- aloof
- amazing
- ambitious
- American
- amiable
- amusing
- anemic
- angelic
- angry
- animated
- annoyed
- annoying
- anonymous
- antagonistic
- antisocial
- antsy
- anxious
- apathetic
- apologetic
- appalling
- appealing
- appreciative
- apprehensive
- approachable
- ardent
- argumentative
- aristocratic
- arresting
- arrogant
- artistic
- artless
- aspiring
- assertive
- astute
- athletic
- atrocious
- attentive
- attractive
- atypical
- auspicious
- Australian
- Austrian
- authentic
- available
- avant-garde
- average
- avid
- awesome
- awful
- awkward
B words to describe someone
- babbling
- baby
- bad
- bad-tempered
- bald
- balding
- barren
- bashful
- beautiful
- befuddled
- believable
- bellicose
- belligerent
- bent
- best
- adjectives that start with B
- better
- bewildered
- biased
- big
- bighearted
- bigoted
- bilingual
- bitter
- bizarre
- black
- blameless
- blessed
- blind
- blissful
- bloated
- blonde
- bloodthirsty
- blue
- blunt
- blushing
- boastful
- boisterous
- bold
- bookish
- bossy
- boyish
- brainy
- brash
- brave
- brawny
- Brazilian
- breathtaking
- bright
- bright-eyed
- brilliant
- British
- broken
- broken-hearted
- bruised
- brunette
- bubbly
- bulky
- burly
C words to describe someone
- calm
- Canadian
- cantankerous
- capable
- captivating
- carefree
- careful
- careless
- casual
- Catholic
- caustic
- cautious
- celebrated
- centered
- challenged
- charismatic
- charitable
- charming
- chatty
- cheap
- cheerful
- cheery
- chic
- chicken
- childish
- childlike
- Chinese
- chivalrous
- Christian
- chubby
- chunky
- civilized
- classy
- adjectives that start with C
- clean
- clear-headed
- clever
- close
- close-minded
- clownish
- clueless
- clumsy
- cocky
- coherent
- cold
- cold-hearted
- colorful
- colorless
- combative
- comfortable
- committed
- communist
- compassionate
- competent
- competitive
- complacent
- compulsive
- conceited
- concerned
- condemned
- condescending
- confident
- confused
- congenial
- conscientious
- considerate
- content
- contented
- controlling
- controversial
- convinced
- convincing
- convivial
- cool
- coolest
- cool-headed
- cooperative
- corny
- corpulent
- corrupt
- courageous
- courteous
- cowardly
- crabby
- crafty
- cranky
- crazy
- creative
- credible
- creepy
- crippled
- cruel
- cultured
- curious
- cute
- cynical
D words to describe someone
- dandy
- dangerous
- dapper
- daring
- dark
- dashing
- daughterly
- dazzling
- dead
- deaf
- dear
- debonair
- deceitful
- deceptive
- decisive
- decrepit
- dedicated
- defeated
- defenseless
- defensive
- defiant
- deformed
- dehydrated
- dejected
- delicate
- delightful
- delinquent
- delirious
- demanding
- demented
- demure
- democrat
- demonstrative
- dependable
- depressed
- deranged
- desirable
- desperate
- despondent
- destructive
- adjectives that start with D
- determined
- devious
- devoted
- devout
- difficult
- dignified
- diligent
- dim
- dingy
- diplomatic
- direct
- dirty
- disabled
- disadvantaged
- disagreeable
- disciplined
- disconnected
- discourteous
- discriminatory
- diseased
- disgraceful
- disgruntled
- dishonest
- dishonorable
- disingenuous
- disinterested
- disloyal
- dismissive
- disobedient
- disorganized
- displeased
- disreputable
- disrespectful
- disruptive
- dissatisfied
- distant
- distinguished
- distracted
- distraught
- distressed
- distrustful
- disturbed
- diverse
- dizzy
- dogged
- domestic
- domineering
- doting
- dowdy
- down
- downhearted
- dramatic
- dreamy
- driven
- dull
- Dutch
- dutiful
- dynamic
E words to describe someone
- eager
- earnest
- easy
- easy-going
- ebullient
- eccentric
- ecstatic
- educated
- effervescent
- efficient
- egocentric
- egotistical
- Egyptian
- elderly
- elegant
- eligible
- elite
- eloquent
- emaciated
- embattled
- embittered
- eminent
- emotional
- emotionless
- enchanting
- encouraging
- endearing
- energetic
- engaging
- enigmatic
- enlightened
- enormous
- adjectives that start with E
- enraged
- enterprising
- entertaining
- enthralling
- enthusiastic
- entitled
- entrepreneurial
- envious
- equable
- equanimous
- established
- ethnic
- European
- even-tempered
- evil
- exact
- exalted
- exceptional
- excitable
- excited
- exciting
- exhausted
- exhilarated
- exotic
- expectant
- expert
- explicit
- explosive
- expressionless
- expressive
- extra-large
- extraordinary
- extra-small
- extreme
- exuberant
F words to describe someone
- fabulous
- fair
- faithful
- faithless
- famished
- famous
- fantastic
- farsighted
- fascinated
- fascinating
- fashionable
- fast
- fast-moving
- fat
- fatherly
- fatigued
- favorite
- fearful
- fearless
- feckless
- fecund
- feeble-minded
- female
- feminine
- fertile
- fidgety
- fierce
- Filipino
- filthy
- fine
- finicky
- first
- fit
- flamboyant
- flashy
- flawless
- flexible
- flirtatious
- fluent
- focused
- foolish
- adjectives that start with F
- forceful
- foreign
- forgetful
- forgivable
- forgiving
- formal
- fortunate
- forward
- foxy
- fractious
- fragile
- frail
- frank
- frantic
- fraternal
- freaky
- freckled
- free
- French
- friendly
- frightened
- frisky
- frugal
- frumpy
- frustrated
- fulfilled
- fully-grown
- fun
- fun-loving
- funny
- furious
- fussy
- fuzzy
G words to describe someone
- gabby
- gallant
- garrulous
- gaunt
- gawky
- generous
- genial
- gentle
- genuine
- German
- ghoulish
- giant
- giddy
- gifted
- gigantic
- giggling
- gilded
- giving
- glamorous
- gleeful
- glib
- gloomy
- glowing
- glum
- gluttonous
- adjectives that start with G
- god-awful
- god-like
- godly
- good
- good-for-nothing
- good-looking
- good-natured
- goofy
- gorgeous
- graceful
- gracious
- grand
- great
- greedy
- Greek
- gregarious
- groggy
- groovy
- grotesque
- grouchy
- growling
- grown-up
- grumpy
- guarded
- guileless
- guiltless
- guilt-ridden
- guilty
- gullible
- gushy
- gutsy
H words to describe someone
- haggard
- hairless
- hairy
- half-hearted
- handsome
- handy
- hapless
- happy
- happy-go-lucky
- hardworking
- harmless
- harried
- harsh
- hasty
- healthy
- heartbroken
- heartless
- heavy
- hefty
- helpful
- helpless
- heroic
- hideous
- high-functioning
- high-maintenance
- high-spirited
- hilarious
- Hindu
- adjectives that start with H
- homeless
- homely
- honest
- honorable
- hopeless
- horrible
- hospitable
- hostile
- hot
- hot-headed
- hot-shot
- hot-tempered
- hubristic
- huffy
- huge
- huggable
- hulking
- humble
- humongous
- humorless
- humorous
- husky
- hypercritical
- hypersensitive
- hypnotic
- hysterical
I words to describe someone
- idealistic
- ignorant
- ill-educated
- ill-humored
- illiterate
- illustrious
- imaginative
- immature
- impatient
- imperfect
- impolite
- important
- impossible
- impoverished
- impressionable
- impressive
- impulsive
- inarticulate
- inartistic
- inattentive
- incapable
- incoherent
- incompetent
- inconsiderate
- inconsolable
- incorrigible
- incorruptible
- adjectives that start with I
- incredible
- indecisive
- independent
- Indian
- indigenous
- indiscreet
- indispensable
- Indonesian
- industrious
- inelegant
- infallible
- infamous
- infatuated
- inflexible
- influential
- inhospitable
- inhuman
- innocent
- innovative
- inquisitive
- insane
- insecure
- insensitive
- insightful
- insincere
- inspirational
- inspiring
- instinctive
- intellectual
- intelligent
- intimidating
- intransigent
- intrepid
- introverted
- invincible
- Irish
- irresistible
- irresponsible
- irritable
- irritating
- Italian
J words to describe someone
- jaded
- Jainist
- Japanese
- jeering
- Jewish
- jobless
- jolly
- adjectives that start with J
- joyful
- joyless
- joyous
- jubilant
- judgmental
- jumpy
- junior
- juvenile
K words to describe someone
- keen
- kind
- kind-hearted
- kindly
- kingly
- adjectives that start with K
- knightly
- knowledgeable
- known
- kooky
- Korean
L words to describe someone
- lame
- languid
- lanky
- large
- lascivious
- late
- lavish
- lazy
- leading
- lean
- learned
- left-handed
- legendary
- lenient
- level-headed
- liberal
- adjectives that start with L
- lighthearted
- likable
- likeable
- like-minded
- lily-livered
- limber
- limping
- literate
- lithe
- little
- lively
- livid
- loathsome
- local
- logical
- lonely
- loose
- loquacious
- lost
- lovely
- loving
- loyal
- lucky
- luscious
M words to describe someone
- Machiavellian
- macho
- mad
- magnanimous
- manly
- maniacal
- manic
- manipulative
- marketable
- married
- masculine
- massive
- master
- materialistic
- maternal
- matronly
- mature
- mean
- mean-spirited
- meek
- mellow
- memorable
- adjectives that start with M
- mercurial
- merry
- messy
- meticulous
- Mexican
- middle-class
- mighty
- militant
- mindful
- mindless
- mirthful
- miscreant
- miserable
- mistrustful
- modern
- modest
- money-grubbing
- monstrous
- moody
- moronic
- morose
- mortal
- motherly
- mournful
- multicultural
- multi talented
- munificent
- muscular
- Muslim
- mute
- mutinous
- mysterious
N words to describe someone
- naïve
- nameless
- narcissistic
- narrow-minded
- nasty
- natural
- naughty
- nearsighted
- neat
- needy
- negative
- neglectful
- negligent
- neighborly
- adjectives that start with N
- nervous
- new
- nice
- nifty
- nimble
- noble
- noisy
- nonchalant
- noncommittal
- normal
- nosy
- notorious
- nutty
O words to describe someone
- oafish
- obedient
- obese
- objective
- obliging
- oblivious
- obnoxious
- observant
- obsessive
- obstinate
- odd
- odd-looking
- odious
- officious
- okay
- old
- old-fashioned
- omniscient
- omnivorous
- openhearted
- open-minded
- opinionated
- oppressive
- adjectives that start with O
- optimistic
- opulent
- ordinary
- original
- ornery
- outgoing
- outraged
- outspoken
- outstanding
- overactive
- overambitious
- overbearing
- overcautious
- overconfident
- overcritical
- overemotional
- overenthusiastic
- overjoyed
- overoptimistic
- overprotective
- overqualified
- overrated
- oversensitive
- overwhelmed
- overwhelming
- overworked
- overwrought
- overzealous
P words to describe someone
- pale
- pallid
- parched
- parental
- parsimonious
- particular
- passionate
- passive
- paternal
- paternalistic
- pathetic
- pathological
- patient
- patriotic
- peaceable
- peaceful
- pedestrian
- peerless
- peevish
- peppery
- perfect
- perky
- persevering
- persistent
- personable
- persuasive
- pert
- perverse
- pessimistic
- petite
- pettish
- petulant
- phenomenal
- philanthropic
- philosophical
- phobic
- pigheaded
- pious
- pitiless
- adjectives that start with P
- placid
- plain
- plausible
- playful
- pleasant
- pleased
- pleasing
- pliable
- plodding
- plucky
- plump
- pneumatic
- poised
- polished
- polite
- pompous
- poor
- poor-mannered
- popular
- portly
- Portuguese
- positive
- possessive
- posthumous
- potent
- powerful
- powerless
- practical
- praiseworthy
- precious
- precise
- precocious
- predictable
- preeminent
- pregnant
- prejudiced
- premature
- preoccupied
- presentable
- presidential
- presumptuous
- pretentious
- pretty
- prickly
- prim
- princely
- principled
- prissy
- private
- proactive
- productive
- profane
- professed
- professional
- proficient
- profound
- profuse
- progressive
- prolific
- prominent
- promising
- prompt
- proper
- prospective
- prosperous
- protective
- Protestant
- proud
- provocative
- prudent
- prying
- psychotic
- public
- puckish
- pugnacious
- pumped
- punctual
- puny
- pure
- pushy
- pusillanimous
Q words to describe someone
- qualified
- quarrelsome
- queenly
- queer
- querulous
- questionable
- quick
- adjectives that start with Q
- quick-minded
- quick-tempered
- quick-thinking
- quick-witted
- quiescent
- quiet
- quintessential
- quirky
- quizzical
- quotable
R words to describe someone
- rakish
- rambunctious
- rare
- rascally
- rational
- raucous
- ravishing
- real
- reasonable
- reassuring
- rebellious
- receptive
- reckless
- recognizable
- red-blooded
- regal
- regular
- reigning
- relatable
- relaxed
- relentless
- relevant
- reliable
- adjectives that start with R
- religious
- remarkable
- remorseful
- remorseless
- representative
- republican
- repulsive
- resentful
- reserved
- resilient
- resolute
- resourceful
- respectable
- respectful
- responsible
- restless
- retired
- revengeful
- rich
- righteous
- right-handed
- rigid
- romantic
- rotund
- rough
- rowdy
- rude
- Russian
- ruthless
S words to describe someone
- sad
- saintly
- sane
- satisfied
- scholarly
- Scottish
- secure
- seductive
- self-absorbed
- self-assured
- self-centered
- self-interested
- selfish
- selfless
- self-reliant
- self-satisfied
- senior
- sensational
- senseless
- sensitive
- sentimental
- serious
- Shintoist
- short
- short-tempered
- shrewd
- sick
- silly
- simpleminded
- sincere
- sinful
- single
- skilled
- sleeping
- slender
- adjectives that start with S
- slim
- sly
- small
- smart
- sneaky
- snotty
- sober
- sociable
- softhearted
- Spanish
- special
- speechless
- spineless
- spirited
- spiritless
- spiteful
- splendid
- spoiled
- spooky
- stable
- star-crossed
- steaming
- stern
- stingy
- straight
- strange
- strong
- stubborn
- stuck-up
- studious
- stunned
- stunning
- stylish
- suave
- submissive
- successful
- super
- superior
- supreme
- sweet
T words to describe someone
- taciturn
- tactful
- tactical
- tactless
- talented
- talkative
- tall
- tame
- tan
- tanned
- tardy
- teachable
- tearful
- tearing
- teenage
- telepathic
- temperamental
- tempestuous
- tenacious
- tender
- tenderhearted
- tense
- terrible
- terrified
- testy
- tetchy
- thankful
- thankless
- theatrical
- theoretical
- thick
- thin
- thirsty
- thorough
- thoughtful
- thoughtless
- threatening
- thriftless
- thrifty
- thrilled
- tidy
- tight
- timeless
- timid
- tiny
- adjectives that start with T
- tired
- tireless
- tolerant
- tone-deaf
- toothsome
- tormented
- torpid
- touched
- touchy
- tough
- towering
- traditional
- traitorous
- transparent
- transplanted
- treasured
- tremendous
- tremulous
- tribal
- tricky
- triumphant
- troubled
- truculent
- true
- trusted
- trustful
- trusting
- trustworthy
- truthful
- tumultuous
- twinkling
- twitter-pated
- tyrannical
U words to describe someone
- ugly
- unabashed
- unaccountable
- unaffected
- unapologetic
- unapproachable
- unattached
- unbalanced
- unbelievable
- unbelieving
- unblemished
- unblushing
- unbreakable
- unchangeable
- uncharitable
- uncivilized
- uncomfortable
- unconvincing
- uncooperative
- uncoordinated
- uncouth
- undefeated
- underprivileged
- understanding
- undeterred
- uneducated
- unemployed
- adjectives that start with U
- unfailing
- unfaithful
- unfaltering
- unflappable
- unforgettable
- unforgiving
- unfortunate
- unfriendly
- unfulfilled
- unglamorous
- ungraceful
- ungracious
- ungrateful
- unhandsome
- unhappy
- unharmed
- unhealthy
- unhelpful
- unimaginative
- unimpeachable
- uninformed
- uninterested
- uninvited
- unkempt
- unkind
- unlikable
- unloved
- unmanageable
- unmanly
- unmatched
- unopposed
- unperturbed
- unpleasant
- unpredictable
- unpretentious
- unprincipled
- unprofessional
- unreasonable
- unreceptive
- unrelenting
- unreliable
- unrepentant
- unruffled
- unruly
- unscrupulous
- unselfish
- unskilled
- unsociable
- unsophisticated
- unsound
- unstable
- unsteady
- unstoppable
- unstressed
- unsupervised
- unsupported
- unsure
- unsuspected
- unsuspecting
- unsympathetic
- untested
- untidy
- untouchable
- untrained
- untroubled
- untrustworthy
- unusual
- unwary
- unwilling
- unwise
- unwitting
- unworthy
- unyielding
- upbeat
- uppity
- upright
- upset
- uptight
- urbane
- useless
V words to describe someone
- vacuous
- vagabond
- vain
- valiant
- valorous
- vehement
- venal
- venerable
- vengeful
- venomous
- venturesome
- versed
- vibrant
- victorious
- vigilant
- vigorous
- vile
- villainous
- vindictive
- violent
- virtuous
- visionary
- adjectives that start with V
- vital
- vivacious
- vivid
- vocal
- voiceless
- voluptuous
- voracious
- vulgar
- vulnerable
W words to describe someone
- wacky
- warm
- warm-blooded
- waspy
- wasted
- watchful
- weak
- weak-willed
- wealthy
- weary
- weird
- welcoming
- well
- well adjusted
- well balanced
- well behaved
- well dressed
- well endowed
- well groomed
- well heeled
- well informed
- well known
- well liked
- well mannered
- well meaning
- well-off
- adjectives that start with W
- well read
- well rounded
- well spoken
- well-to-do
- well traveled
- whimsical
- wholehearted
- wicked
- wide-eyed
- wild
- willful
- willing
- wily
- winsome
- wise
- witty
- wonderful
- wondrous
- worn
- worn out
- worried
- worse
- worthless
- wry
X words to describe someone
- xanthoriatic
- xaroncharoo
- xenodochial
- xenophobic
- adjectives that start with X
Y words to describe someone
- yappy
- yellow
- Yemeni
- Yemenite
- yielding
- Yiddish
- young
- young-looking
- youthful
- yucky
- yummy
- adjectives that start with Y
Z words to describe someone
- zaftig
- Zairean
- Zambian
- zany
- zealous
- zen
- zero
- zestful
- Zimbabwean
- Zionist
- zooty
- adjectives that start with Z
- words to describe love
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Adjectives are words that describe, identify or quantify people or things. They don’t have a specific place in a sentence but usually come before the noun they modify.
Adjectives can be used to describe the physical appearance of someone, their personality traits, their skills and talents.
The following adjectives are used to describe a person:
adventurous, amusing, charismatic, clever, compassionate, considerate, dedicated, delightful, diligent, engaging, enthusiastic, fervent, funny, friendly, generous, happy, humble, intelligent, kind, nice, optimistic, radiant, reliable, smart, thoughtful, truthful, wise, warm-hearted
- Adventurous: always seeking new experiences and taking risks.
The adventurous traveler went snorkeling in the Bahamas.
- Amusing: funny, causing laughter
The amusing clown had the entire audience in stitches.
- Charismatic: having a lot of charm and charisma
The charismatic girl is the life of the party.
- Clever: quick-witted and intelligent
The clever student always seems to know the right thing to say to the teacher.
- Compassionate: feeling or showing sympathy for others
Jesus has a compassionate heart that offers hope to the people.
- Considerate: thoughtful of the needs and feelings of others
Lisa is a considerate person who always thinks of those less fortunate.
- Dedicated: committed to a task or purpose; loyal
He is a dedicated worker who always goes the extra mile.
- Delightful: giving great pleasure or enjoyment
Luke is delightful to be around; he is always in good spirits.
- Diligent: hard-working and persistent
The diligent worker is always the first to arrive and the last to leave.
- Engaging: charming and attractive, holding the attention of someone
The engaging personality of the young woman made her a hit with everyone she met.
- Enthusiastic: having or showing great excitement and interest, full of positive energy
The enthusiastic child was always the first to raise her hand in class.
- Fervent: having or showing strong emotions or passion
The fervent supporter was waving her flag and chanting the team’s name.
- Friendly: kind and pleasant, easy to get along with
The friendly cashier was always happy to help the customers.
- Generous: willing to give more of something, such as time or money, than is usual or expected
The generous donor gave a large sum of money to the charity.
- Happy: feeling or showing pleasure or contentment
The happy couple was dancing and laughing together.
- Humble: not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness
Despite his success, he remains a humble person.
- Intelligent: having or showing the ability to think, learn, and understand things quickly
The intelligent student always had the best grades in class.
- Kind: having or showing a gentle and caring nature
The kind woman had a smile for everyone she met.
- Nice: kind, pleasant, and friendly
Everyone says what a nice person she is.
- Optimistic: hoping for the best; having a positive outlook
The optimistic man looks on the bright side, even in difficult situations.
- Radiant: bright and shining, full of happiness
The bride was radiant on her wedding day.
- Reliable: someone who can be trusted to do what they say they will
The reliable employee is always on time and does his work well.
- Smart: having or showing the ability to think quickly and understand things
The smart child is the first one to answer the question.
- Thoughtful: having or showing consideration for the needs and feelings of others
The thoughtful husband bought his wife flowers for Mother’s Day.
- Truthful: someone who tells the truth, even when it is difficult to do so
The truthful witness testified to what she had seen.
- Wise: having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment
The wise elder is respected for her knowledge and advice.
- Warm-hearted: having or showing kindness, love, and concern for others
The warm-hearted woman showed hospitality to the stranger.
Negative Adjectives to Describe Someone
abrasive, angry, arrogant, boring, cowardly, cruel, dirty, disgusting, distrustful, evil, fearful, greedy, hateful, ignorant, jealous, lazy, liar, mean, narrow-minded, obnoxious, outspoken, selfish, spiteful, stupid, thief, untrustworthy
The following adjectives can be used to describe someone negatively:
- Abrasive: domineering and commanding; cold and harsh
The abrasive voice of the drill sergeant was enough to make anyone shiver.
- Angry: feeling or showing strong dislike, hostility, or disapproval
The angry customer was shouting and waving his fists.
- Arrogant: having or showing too much pride in oneself; being too confident
The arrogant young man was always putting others down.
- Boring: dull and uninteresting
The boring speaker put everyone to sleep with his monotone voice.
- Cowardly: lacking courage; easily frightened
The cowardly dog was barking and running away from the cat.
- Cruel: causing pain or suffering; unkind
The cruel words of the bully made the little girl cry.
- Dirty: not clean; covered in dirt
The dirty child was playing in the mud.
- Disgusting: causing strong dislike or distaste; revolting
The disgusting smell of the garbage made everyone hold their noses.
- Distrustful: not trusting or confident; suspicious
The distrustful woman continually looks over her shoulder.
- Evil: morally bad or wrong; causing harm or suffering
The evil witch was cackling and stirring her potion.
- Fearful: feeling or showing fear; anxious
The fearful child was clinging to his mother’s leg.
- Greedy: wanting to have more of something, such as food or money, than is necessary or fair
The greedy man hoards food and never shares it with others.
- Hateful: feeling or showing strong dislike or hostility
The hateful woman yelled and cursed at people on the street.
- Ignorant: lacking knowledge or understanding; uneducated
The ignorant man made racist and homophobic comments.
- Jealous: feeling or showing envy of someone because they have something that you want
The jealous woman tried to outdo her neighbors by buying an expensive car.
- Lazy: not wanting to work or use any effort
The lazy dog was lying in the shade all day.
- Liar: someone who tells lies
Fred was a liar, making up stories about other people.
- Mean: unkind or cruel; wishing to harm others
The mean boy picked on the other kids in the schoolyard.
- Narrow-minded: having or showing a lack of understanding or tolerance
The narrow-minded woman made judgmental comments about others.
- Obnoxious: very unpleasant or disliked
The obnoxious child was continually screaming and throwing tantrums.
- Outspoken: speaking freely or without restraint, especially about controversial topics
The outspoken woman expressed her opinions, even when no one asked for them.
- Selfish: lacking consideration for others; concerned mainly with one’s pleasure or advantage
The selfish man took credit for other people’s hard work.
- Spiteful: wishing to harm or embarrass someone because you dislike them
The spiteful woman wouldn’t include her family members in the will.
- Stupid: having or showing a lack of intelligence or understanding
The stupid man drove on the wrong side of the road.
- Thief: someone who steals things
The person is a thief; he was caught red-handed with the stolen goods.
- Untrustworthy: not able to be trusted; unreliable
The untrustworthy man was constantly breaking his promises.
Unique Adjectives to Describe Someone
ardent, benevolent, candid, capricious, charming, classy, cynical, demure, eccentric, eloquent, empathetic, exuberant, fascinating, gregarious, magnanimous, mysterious, pedantic, philanthropic, pompous, poised, rational, refined, reserved, sophisticated, worldly, zealous
Many different words can be used to describe a person, and some of them may be more unique than others. If you are looking for a word that will stand out, consider using one of the following adjectives to describe someone:
- Ardent: passionate about something
She is an ardent supporter of the team.
- Benevolent: wishing to do good deeds; kind-hearted
He is a benevolent person who always helps others.
- Candid: honest and straightforward; not hiding anything
The boss was candid yet fair; the employees always respected him.
- Capricious: spontaneous; unpredictable
The child is quite capricious, and you never know what he’ll do next.
- Charming: pleasant or attractive in a way that affects the emotions or senses
The charming man says flattering things and makes people feel special.
- Classy: elegant and fashionable
The classy woman was always impeccably dressed and carried herself with dignity.
- Cynical: believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity
The cynical woman sees the negative in everything and everyone.
- Demure: shy and modest
The demure employee sat quietly in the company of the other executives.
- Eccentric: unconventional and slightly strange
The eccentric woman did things that were out of the norm, like wearing odd clothes or talking to herself.
- Eloquent: artfully expressive; able to communicate effectively
The eloquent speaker impressed people with his articulate and well-spoken words.
- Empathetic: able to understand and share the feelings of another
She lends an empathetic ear to her friends when they need it most.
- Exuberant: full of energy and enthusiasm
The exuberant child runs around and laughs in the playground
- Fascinating: intensely interesting; holding the attention
The fascinating woman told true stories that captivated her listeners.
- Gregarious: outgoing and sociable; enjoy being around others
He is a gregarious person who loves to party with his comrades.
- Magnanimous: showing or having a generously noble nature, especially towards an enemy or rival
The magnanimous woman didn’t resent her enemies but instead tried to understand them.
- Mysterious: not known or understood; puzzling
The mysterious man kept to himself and lived a lonely life.
- Pedantic: overly concerned with minor details or rules; excessively academic
The pedantic teacher was constantly correcting the students’ grammar and pronunciation.
- Philanthropic: having a concern for the welfare of others
The philanthropic billionaire gave all his money to the poor.
- Pompous: behaving or speaking in a manner that shows too much self-importance
The pompous man bragged about his accomplishments and wealth.
- Poised: having good composure; self-assured
The poised woman knew how to react, even in the most chaotic situations.
- Rational: able to think clearly and logically
A rational person makes decisions based on facts and logic rather than emotions.
- Refined: cultured and sophisticated
The refined woman behaved in a genteel manner and conducted herself with decorum.
- Reserved: quiet and not forthcoming with information
The reserved man was reticent in sharing his thoughts and feelings.
- Sophisticated: having or showing a refined or cultured nature
The young man looked sophisticated in his new suit.
- Worldly: experienced and knowledgeable about the ways of the world
The worldly woman gave sage advice and seemed to have an answer for everything.
- Zealous: very enthusiastic and passionate
The zealous woman campaigned for her cause and recruited others to join her.
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Words to Describe Someone Special
affectionate, angelic, beloved, caring, devoted, gentle, giving, loyal, passionate, patient, respectful, tender
Adjectives to describe someone you love:
- Affectionate: showing or having affection; fondness
The affectionate couple hugged and kissed.
- Angelic: having a sweet and innocent nature
The angelic child did all the chores.
- Beloved: dearly loved
She was his beloved wife.
- Caring: having or showing concern and sympathy for others
The caring woman volunteered her time to help those in need.
- Devoted: completely dedicated to someone or something
The devoted mother puts her children first.
- Gentle: having a kind and mild nature
The gentle aunt cradled the newborn child.
- Giving: unselfishly providing help or support to others
The giving woman donated her time and money to charitable causes.
- Loyal: remaining faithful to someone or something
The loyal dog didn’t leave his owner’s side.
- Passionate: having or showing strong emotions or feelings
The passionate couple was constantly arguing and making up.
- Patient: able to wait for a long time without becoming annoyed or upset
The patient mother listens to her children, no matter how long they ramble on.
- Respectful: showing or having respect
The respectful son listened to his elders and treated them with deference.
- Tender: having or showing gentleness, concern, or care
The tender mother kissed her children’s boo-boos and made them feel better.
Funny Adjectives to Describe Someone
bizarre, clumsy, dizzy, giggly, goofy, hyper, kooky, nutty
- Bizarre: very strange or unusual
The bizarre woman wore outrageous clothes and makeup.
- Clumsy: awkward and lacking in coordination
The clumsy teacher was continuously dropping the whiteboard marker and bumping into desks.
- Dizzy: feeling unsteady or lightheaded
The woman was dizzy after her intense workout.
- Giggly: prone to giggling or laughter
The giggly girl constantly gets in trouble for laughing during class.
- Goofy: silly or stupid
The goofy dog was chasing his tail and running into walls.
- Hyper: extremely excited or energetic
The hyper child bounced off the walls and ran around.
- Kooky: strange or eccentric, but in a likeable way
The artist may be kooky but her paintings sold out in minutes.
- Nutty: crazy or insane
The nutty man was always talking to himself and seemed to be in another world.
How To Describe a Villain
The author often describes a villain as someone wicked, cruel, and heartless. This person is always up to no good and enjoys wreaking havoc and causing pain. They are devoid of empathy or compassion and take pleasure in others’ suffering. They are often very calculating and intelligent but also manipulative and deceitful. They are dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.
How to Describe an Attractive Person
The author often describes an attractive person as someone who is physically appealing and pleasant to look at. This person is often seen as confident and stylish, with a captivating presence. They are usually in good shape, with symmetrical features and clear skin. They carry themselves well and move with grace. They have a magnetic personality and are often very charismatic. People are naturally drawn to them and light up a room when they enter it.
How to Describe a Hero
The author’s profile of a hero is someone brave, courageous, and selfless. This person is always putting others before themselves and puts their own life at risk to save others. They are driven by a strong sense of justice and have a deep commitment to doing what is right. They are often highly skilled and talented, with a natural ability to lead and inspire others. People look up to them as an example of strength and hope.
Adjectives to Describe Appearance
adorable, attractive, chic, cute, elegant, frail, good-looking, glamorous, gorgeous, graceful, homely, scruffy, sleek, ugly, unkempt
- Adorable: lovely or cute, especially in a childlike way
The adorable little girl smiles and makes everyone around her happy.
- Attractive: pleasing or appealing to the eye
The attractive woman gets many compliments on her looks.
- Chic: stylish or fashionable
The chic woman wore the latest summer trends.
- Cute: attractive in a childish or youthful way
The cute puppy wagged his tail and licked everyone’s face.
- Elegant: tastefully graceful and stylish
The elegant woman was well-dressed and carried herself with poise.
- Frail: weak; lacking physical strength or energy
The frail man found it difficult to walk.
- Good-looking: attractive, beautiful
The good-looking man was tall and dark.
- Glamorous: having an air of allure, romance, and excitement
The glamorous movie star melted the hearts of Hollywood directors.
- Gorgeous: very beautiful or magnificent
The baby was so gorgeous that everyone stopped and cooed
- Graceful: having or exhibiting grace; elegant
The graceful dancer looked effortless as she floated across the stage.
- Homely: not attractive or good-looking; plain
The homely woman liked to wear makeup to transform her appearance.
- Scruffy: untidy or dirty in appearance
The scruffy man hardly ever took a shower.
- Sleek: smooth and shiny, often as a result of being well-groomed
Her sleek, shining hair looked professionally done.
- Ugly: displeasing or repulsive to the eye; unattractive
The ugly duckling eventually turned into a beautiful swan.
- Unkempt: not combed or brushed; untidy
The unkempt man’s hair was a mess.
In Conclusion
Adjectives are a great way to describe someone’s appearance, personality, or even mood. Using descriptive words can paint a picture in someone’s mind of what you are talking about. The next time you need to describe someone, try using some of these adjectives.
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An extensive list of the best words to describe someone in English! There are a million ways to describe someone. Some people want to be called thinkers. Others like to be called visionaries. And then some prefer to be called leaders. Words matter when you’re trying to describe others because they can help you figure out if you’re dealing with a potential best friend or an imposter.
If you’re unsure if someone else is right for you, ask yourself this question: What would the author of your favorite books have to say about me? You may find that the answer is something positive, but it might also point toward red flags that you should probably immediately cut off contact with that person.
Good and Positive Words to Describe Someone
- Adaptable
- Adventurous
- Affable
- Ambitious
- Articulate
- Assertive
- Authentic
- Benevolent
- Brave
- Bright
- Calm
- Capable
- Caring
- Charismatic
- Cheerful
- Classy
- Clever
- Compassionate
- Confident
- Considerate
- Courageous
- Creative
- Cultured
- Curious
- Daring
- Decisive
- Dedicated
- Dependable
- Determined
- Diligent
- Diplomatic
- Discerning
- Driven
- Dynamic
- Educated
- Efficient
- Elegant
- Empathetic
- Encouraging
- Energetic
- Enthusiastic
- Ethical
- Experienced
- Expressive
- Fair
- Fearless
- Flexible
- Forgiving
- Friendly
- Fun-loving
- Generous
- Gentle
- Genuine
- Gracious
- Gregarious
- Happy
- Hardworking
- Helpful
- Honest
- Honorable
- Humble
- Humorous
- Idealistic
- Imaginative
- Independent
- Industrious
- Innovative
- Insightful
- Inspirational
- Intelligent
- Intuitive
- Inventive
- Joyful
- Kind
- Kind-hearted
- Knowledgeable
- Leaderly
- Logical
- Loving
- Loyal
- Meticulous
- Modest
- Motivated
- Natural
- Noble
- Nurturing
- Observant
- Open-minded
- Optimistic
- Passionate
- Persistent
- Resilient
- Resourceful
- Responsible
- Skilled
- Sociable
- Supportive
- Talented
- Thoughtful
- Trustworthy
Related: Positive Adjectives to Describe Someone
Nice Words to Describe Someone
- Kind
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Humble
- Generous
- Thoughtful
- Honest
- Trustworthy
- Respectful
- Reliable
- Loyal
- Optimistic
- Enthusiastic
- Passionate
- Confident
- Intelligent
- Creative
- Imaginative
- Innovative
- Articulate
- Charismatic
- Charming
- Gracious
- Polite
- Considerate
- Warm-hearted
- Sincere
- Genuine
- Authentic
- Ambitious
- Driven
- Hard-working
- Diligent
- Patient
- Persevering
- Persistent
- Decisive
- Responsible
- Disciplined
- Well-mannered
- Well-spoken
- Cultured
- Sophisticated
- Elegant
- Classy
- Stylish
- Outgoing
- Sociable
- Friendly
- Fun-loving
Related: Adjectives To Describe A Person
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Words to Describe Someone’s Appearance
- Beautiful
- Handsome
- Gorgeous
- Cute
- Pretty
- Stunning
- Attractive
- Radiant
- Striking
- Dazzling
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Chic
- Fashionable
- Stylish
- Trendy
- Neat
- Tidy
- Polished
- Groomed
- Impeccable
- Charming
- Alluring
- Mesmerizing
- Enchanting
- Captivating
- Magnetic
- Angelic
- Divine
- Glowing
Related: Words to Describe Someone’s Appearance
Words to Describe Someone’s Personality
- Altruistic
- Gracious
- Courteous
- Polite
- Humble
- Modest
- Genuine
- Sincere
- Authentic
- Unpretentious
- Straightforward
- Transparent
- Genuine
- Self-aware
- Mindful
- Thought-provoking
- Intellectual
- Wise
- Disciplined
- Focused
- Driven
- Ambitious
- Goal-oriented
- Visionary
- Innovative
- Progressive
- Eclectic
- Adventurous
- Free-spirited
- Independent
- Self-sufficient
- Empowered
- Confident
- Self-assured
- Assertive
- Bold
- Fearless
- Tenacious
- Persistent
- Passionate
Related: Words to Describe Someone’s Personality
Words to Describe Someone’s Feelings and Emotions
- Happy
- Joyful
- Excited
- Delighted
- Elated
- Ecstatic
- Thrilled
- Grateful
- Content
- Peaceful
- Calm
- Serene
- Relaxed
- Comfortable
- Secure
- Confident
- Optimistic
- Hopeful
- Enthusiastic
- Motivated
- Inspired
- Amazed
- Fascinated
- Intrigued
- Curious
- Surprised
- Startled
- Shocked
- Afraid
- Scared
- Anxious
- Nervous
- Worried
- Stressed
- Overwhelmed
- Frustrated
- Irritated
- Angry
- Resentful
- Sad
Related: Words to Describe Someone’s Feelings
Words to Describe Someone’s Behaviour
- Well-mannered
- Courteous
- Polite
- Respectful
- Honest
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Punctual
- Cooperative
- Collaborative
- Supportive
- Understanding
- Tolerant
- Patient
- Empathetic
- Compassionate
- Caring
- Kind
- Thoughtful
- Considerate
- Generous
- Giving
- Charitable
- Helpful
- Altruistic
- Selfless
- Diplomatic
- Professional
- Diligent
- Hardworking
- Productive
- Efficient
- Organized
- Methodical
- Innovative
- Creative
- Versatile
- Resourceful
- Problem-solving
Words to Describe Someone’s Mental Ability
- Intelligent
- Bright
- Smart
- Sharp
- Quick-witted
- Clever
- Knowledgeable
- Educated
- Well-read
- Analytical
- Logical
- Reasonable
- Rational
- Critical
- Creative
- Innovative
- Inventive
- Imaginative
- Curious
- Inquisitive
- Open-minded
- Adaptive
- Flexible
- Resilient
- Perceptive
- Observant
- Attentive
- Alert
- Discerning
- Thoughtful
- Reflective
- Contemplative
- Meditative
- Introspective
- Insightful
- Wise
- Astute
- Savvy
- Genius
- Mastermind
Words to Describe Someone’s Clothing and Dressing
- Stylish
- Trendy
- Fashionable
- Chic
- Classy
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Refined
- Dapper
- Sharp
- Neat
- Immaculate
- Well-groomed
- Polished
- Suave
- Modish
- Hip
- Cool
- Contemporary
- Casual
- Formal
- Business-like
- Professional
- Relaxed
- Comfortable
- Effortless
- Bold
- Colorful
- Vibrant
- Eclectic
- Bohemian
- Retro
- Vintage
- Classic
- Traditional
- Exquisite
- Glamorous
- Showy
- Flashy
- Trendsetting
Words to Describe Someone’s Accomplishments
- Impressive
- Outstanding
- Remarkable
- Extraordinary
- Exemplary
- Distinguished
- Exceptional
- Achieved
- Successful
- Notable
- Accomplished
- Exceptional
- Admirable
- Talented
- Skilled
- Proficient
- Competent
- Expert
- Masterful
- Gifted
Words to Describe Someone’s Skills
- Proficient
- Skilled
- Expert
- Competent
- Talented
- Masterful
- Experienced
- Capable
- Adroit
- Adept
- Accomplished
- Dexterous
- Practiced
- Versatile
- Efficient
- Resourceful
- Knowledgeable
- Innovative
- Creative
- Problem-solver
Neutral Adjectives to Describe Someone
- Rational
- Observant
- Analytical
- Calm
- Practical
- Logical
- Detail-oriented
- Composed
- Methodical
- Meticulous
- Efficient
- Reliable
- Resourceful
- Patient
- Steady
- Diligent
- Persistent
- Thorough
- Systematic
- Organized
- Adaptable
- Versatile
- Independent
- Objective
- Unbiased
- Impartial
- Diplomatic
- Tactful
- Respectful
- Courteous
- Cautious
- Prudent
- Reasonable
- Balanced
- Fair
- Imperturbable
- Discerning
- Judicious
- Sagacious
- Intuitive
- Clever
- Resourceful
- Innovative
- Creative
- Imaginative
- Insightful
- Open-minded
- Curious
- Inquisitive
- Investigative
- Detail-focused
- Research-oriented
- Knowledgeable
- Educated
- Well-read
- Well-informed
- Informed
- Intellectually curious
- Articulate
- Expressive
- Clear-headed
- Decisive
- Confident
- Assertive
- Self-assured
- Self-reliant
- Self-sufficient
- Self-motivated
- Focused
- Determined
- Tenacious
- Ambitious
- Goal-oriented
- Driven
- Persistent
- Hard-working
- Industrious
- Persevering
- Enduring
- Resilient
- Strong-willed
- Assertive
- Courageous
- Confident
- Self-confident
- Resourceful
- Innovative
- Creative
- Imaginative
- Practical
- Logical
- Analytical
- Organized
- Detail-oriented
- Precise
- Accurate
- Thorough
- Systematic
- Diligent
- Hard-working
Adjectives that Can Be Used to Describe Negative Behavior or Actions
It should be noted that it is not appropriate or helpful to use derogatory language or negative labels to describe others. Instead, it is better to focus on describing someone’s behavior or actions that you disagree with, rather than making generalizations about their character.
- Dishonest
- Selfish
- Arrogant
- Manipulative
- Judgmental
- Rude
- Inconsiderate
- Ignorant
- Closed-minded
- Intolerant
- Aggressive
- Condescending
- Lazy
- Irresponsible
- Untrustworthy
- Greedy
- Deceitful
- Cruel
- Disrespectful
- Unreliable
Common Words to Describe Someone
Best Adjectives to Describe Someone with Meanings
- Adaptable – able to adjust easily to different circumstances
- Adventurous – eager to take risks and try new things
- Affectionate – showing love and warmth towards others
- Aggressive – assertive and forceful in behavior
- Ambitious – driven, goal-oriented
- Ambivalent – having mixed or conflicting feelings about something or someone
- Analytical – using logical reasoning and analysis to solve problems
- Animated – lively and energetic in behavior or expression
- Appreciative – expressing gratitude or admiration towards others
- Arrogant – having an exaggerated sense of self-importance or superiority
- Assertive – confident and self-assured in expressing one’s opinions and needs
- Attentive – paying close attention and showing concern for others
- Authentic – genuine and true to oneself
- Bossy – tending to dominate or control others
- Brave – courageous and fearless in the face of danger or adversity
- Calm – composed and peaceful in demeanor
- Capable – having the ability or skill to do something
- Carefree – without worries or responsibilities, carefree
- Caring – showing kindness and concern for others
- Casual – relaxed and informal in behavior or style
- Charismatic – possessing a magnetic personality or charm
- Charming – attractive and pleasant in personality
- Cheerful – happy and optimistic in demeanor
- Childish – having immature or juvenile behaviors
- Clumsy – awkward and lacking in coordination
- Compassionate – showing sympathy and concern for others’ suffering
- Confident – self-assured, self-reliant
- Confused – lacking clarity or direction in thoughts or behavior
- Conservative – holding traditional values or beliefs
- Considerate – thoughtful and respectful of others’ feelings and needs
- Controlling – tending to manipulate or control others
- Courageous – showing bravery and determination in the face of adversity
- Creative – imaginative, original
- Curious – eager to learn or know more about things
- Cynical – distrustful of others’ motives or sincerity
- Daring – brave and willing to take risks
- Decisive – able to make clear and quick decisions
- Dedicated – committed and devoted to a cause or purpose
- Dependable – reliable and trustworthy
- Determined – persistent, resolute
- Diplomatic – tactful and skilled in handling sensitive situations
- Direct – straightforward and honest in communication
- Disorganized – lacking order or structure in behavior or surroundings
- Dominant – tending to exert control or influence over others
- Dreamy – lost in thought or fantasy, often impractical
- Easygoing – relaxed and laid-back in demeanor
- Eccentric – unconventional or quirky in behavior or appearance
- Empathetic – compassionate, understanding
- Empathic – able to understand and share the feelings of others
- Energetic – lively and full of energy
- Enigmatic – mysterious and difficult to understand
- Enthusiastic – passionate, excited
- Extraverted – outgoing and sociable in behavior
- Fearless – lacking fear or apprehension in the face of danger or challenge
- Flirtatious – showing playful or romantic interest in others
- Focused – having a clear and specific goal or objective in mind
- Forgiving – able to let go of grudges and resentments towards others
- Friendly – personable, easy to talk to
- Frugal – careful and economical with money and resources
- Funny – humorous and entertaining in speech or behavior
- Generous – giving and sharing freely with others
- Gentle – kind and soft in manner or behavior
- Giving – generous and charitable towards others
- Gregarious – sociable and outgoing in behavior
- Hardworking – diligent and persistent in effort and work
- Honest – truthful, sincere
- Humorous – funny, amusing
- Impulsive – acting without thinking through the consequences
- Independent – self-sufficient, self-reliant
- Inquisitive – curious, eager to learn or investigate
- Intelligent – smart, knowledgeable
- Introverted – reserved, preferring to be alone or in small groups
- Judgmental – overly critical or quick to form opinions about others
- Kind – caring, considerate
- Loyal – faithful, dedicated
- Meticulous – extremely careful and precise in detail
- Nurturing – caring and supportive, especially towards others
- Observant – paying close attention to detail, noticing things others might miss
- Optimistic – positive, hopeful
- Outgoing – extroverted, social, talkative
- Passionate – having intense emotions or feelings towards something or someone
- Persuasive – able to influence or convince others to believe or do something
- Pessimistic – tending to see the worst or expect the worst outcome in situations
- Reliable – dependable, trustworthy
- Resourceful – able to find practical solutions to problems
- Sincere – genuine, honest
- Skeptical – tending to question or doubt the truth or validity of something
- Spontaneous – impulsive, acting on the spur of the moment
- Stubborn – refusing to change one’s mind or behavior, even when challenged or confronted
- Thoughtful – considerate, attentive
- Trustworthy – reliable, dependable
- Versatile – adaptable, flexible
- Witty – clever and humorous, able to come up with quick, clever remarks or retorts
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List of Common Words to Describe Someone
Here are some words that will describe people.
- Sympathetic
- Sensible
- Cute
- Loyal
- Funny
- Reliable
- Generous
- Smart
- Adventurous
- Able
- Abnormal
- Above-average
- Absent-minded
- Adaptable
- Affable
- Affectionate
- Agile
- Agreeable
- Alert
- Amazing
- Ambitious
- Amiable
- Amicable
- Amusing
- Analytical
- Angelic
- Apathetic
- Apprehensive
- Ardent
- Artificial
- Artistic
- Assertive
- Attentive
- Attractive
- Average
- Awesome
- Awful
- Balanced
- Bald
- Balding
- Beautiful
- Beefy
- Below-average
- Beneficent
- Big-boned
- Bleached
- Blue
- Blunt
- Boisterous
- Brave
- Bright
- Brilliant
- Broad
- Broad-minded
- Buff
- Burly
- Callous
- Calm
- Candid
- Cantankerous
- Capable
- Careful
- Careless
- Caustic
- Cautious
- Charming
- Cheerful
- Chic
- Childish
- Childlike
- Chubby
- Churlish
- Circumspect
- Civil
- Clean
- Clean-shaven
- Clever
- Close-cropped
- Clumsy
- Coherent
- Cold
- Communicative
- Compassionate
- Competent
- Composed
- Conceited
- Condescending
- Confident
- Confused
- Conscientious
- Considerate
- Content
- Convivial
- Cool
- Cool-headed
- Cooperative
- Cordial
- Courageous
- Courteous
- Cowardly
- Crabby
- Crafty
- Cranky
- Crass
- Creative
- Critical
- Cruel
- Curious
- Curly
- Curvy
- Cynical
- Dainty
- Decisive
- Deep
- Deferential
- Deft
- Delicate
- Delightful
- Demonic
- Demure
- Dependent
- Depressed
- Determined
- Devoted
- Dexterous
- Diligent
- Diplomatic
- Direct
- Dirty
- Disagreeable
- Discerning
- Discreet
- Disruptive
- Distant
- Distraught
- Distrustful
- Dowdy
- Dramatic
- Dreaded
- Dreary
- Drowsy
- Drugged
- Drunk
- Dull
- Dutiful
- Dyed
- Dynamic
- Eager
- Earnest
- Easygoing
- Efficient
- Egotistical
- Elderly
- Elfin
- Emotional
- Energetic
- Enterprising
- Enthusiastic
- Evasive
- Even-tempered
- Exacting
- Excellent
- Excitable
- Experienced
- Exuberant
- Fabulous
- Fair-minded
- Faithful
- Fastidious
- Fearless
- Ferocious
- Fervent
- Fiery
- Flabby
- Flaky
- Flashy
- Forceful
- Frank
- Friendly
- Fussy
- Gangly
- Gelled
- Gentle
- Ginger
- Gloomy
- Gluttonous
- Good
- Good-looking
- Gorgeous
- Greasy
- Great
- Gregarious
- Greying
- Groggy
- Grouchy
- Guarded
- Hairy
- Handsome
- Hardworking
- Hateful
- Hearty
- Helpful
- Hesitant
- Honest
- Hot
- Hot-headed
- Humorous
- Hypercritical
- Hysterical
- Idiotic
- Idle
- Illogical
- Imaginative
- Immature
- Immodest
- Impartial
- Impatient
- Imperturbable
- Impetuous
- Impractical
- Impressionable
- Impressive
- Impulsive
- Inactive
- Incisive
- Incompetent
- Inconsiderate
- Inconsistent
- Indefatigable
- Independent
- Indiscreet
- Indolent
- Industrious
- Inexperienced
- Insensitive
- Inspiring
- Intellectual
- Intelligent
- Interesting
- Intolerant
- Intuitive
- Inventive
- Irascible
- Irritable
- Irritating
- Jocular
- Jovial
- Joyous
- Judgmental
- Keen
- Kind
- Lame
- Lanky
- Lazy
- Lean
- Leery
- Lethargic
- Level-headed
- Listless
- Lithe
- Lively
- Local
- Logical
- Long-winded
- Lovable
- Lovelorn
- Lovely
- Loving
- Maternal
- Mature
- Mean
- Meddlesome
- Mercurial
- Methodical
- Meticulous
- Middle-aged
- Mild
- Miserable
- Modest
- Moronic
- Morose
- Motivated
- Musical
- Naive
- Nasty
- Natural
- Naughty
- Neat
- Negative
- Nervous
- Nice
- Noisy
- Normal
- Nosy
- Numb
- Obese
- Obliging
- Obnoxious
- Old
- Old-fashioned
- One-sided
- Optimistic
- Orderly
- Ostentatious
- Outgoing
- Outspoken
- Overweight
- Passionate
- Passive
- Paternal
- Paternalistic
- Patient
- Paunchy
- Peaceful
- Peevish
- Pensive
- Persevering
- Persistent
- Persnickety
- Petite
- Petulant
- Philosophical
- Picky
- Pierced
- Pigeon-toed
- Pioneering
- Placid
- Plain
- Plain-speaking
- Playful
- Pleasant
- Plucky
- Plump
- Podgy
- Polite
- Popular
- Positive
- Potbellied
- Powerful
- Practical
- Prejudiced
- Pretty
- Proactive
- Proficient
- Proud
- Provocative
- Prudent
- Punctual
- Quarrelsome
- Querulous
- Quick
- Quick-tempered
- Quick-witted
- Quiet
- Rational
- Realistic
- Reassuring
- Reclusive
- Reluctant
- Resentful
- Reserved
- Resigned
- Resourceful
- Respected
- Respectful
- Responsible
- Restless
- Revered
- Ridiculous
- Ripped
- Romantic
- Rough
- Sad
- Sassy
- Saucy
- Sedate
- Self-assured
- Self-confident
- Self-disciplined
- Selfish
- Sensitive
- Sentimental
- Serene
- Serious
- Sharp
- Shaved
- Shiny
- Short-tempered
- Shoulder-length
- Shrewd
- Shy
- Silly
- Sincere
- Skinny
- Sleepy
- Slender
- Slicked-back
- Slight
- Slim
- Sloppy
- Slothful
- Slovenly
- Slow
- Snazzy
- Sneering
- Snobby
- Sober
- Sociable
- Somber
- Sophisticated
- Soulful
- Soulless
- Sour
- Spiky
- Spirited
- Spiteful
- Spotty
- Stable
- Staid
- Steady
- Stern
- Stocky
- Stoic
- Stooped
- Stout
- Straight
- Straightforward
- Striking
- Strong
- Stunning
- Stupid
- Sturdy
- Subtle
- Sulky
- Sullen
- Supercilious
- Superficial
- Surly
- Suspicious
- Sweet
- Tactful
- Tactless
- Talented
- Tattooed
- Testy
- Thinking
- Thirtyish
- Thoughtful
- Thoughtless
- Tidy
- Timid
- Tired
- Tolerant
- Touchy
- Tough
- Tranquil
- Ugly
- Unaffected
- Unassuming
- Unbalanced
- Uncertain
- Uncooperative
- Undependable
- Understanding
- Unemotional
- Unfriendly
- Unguarded
- Unhelpful
- Unimaginative
- Unmotivated
- Unpleasant
- Unpopular
- Unreliable
- Unsophisticated
- Unstable
- Unsure
- Unthinking
- Unwilling
- Venal
- Versatile
- Vigilant
- Volcanic
- Vulnerable
- Warm
- Warmhearted
- Wary
- Watchful
- Wavy
- Weak
- Well-behaved
- Well-built
- Well-developed
- Well-respected
- Well-rounded
- Willing
- Witty
- Wonderful
- Young
- Youngish
- Zealous
- Driven
- Thorough
- Focused
- Conscientious
- Self-starter
- Structured
- Problem-solver
- Go-getter
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Observant
- Self-aware
- Flexible
- Dedicated
- Leader
- Self-motivated
- Charismatic
- Bilingual
- Original
- Unique
- Tenacious
- Perfectionist
- Innovative
- Detailed
- Steadfast
- Accomplished
- Athletic
- Daring
- Goal-oriented
- Extroverted
- Imaginative
- Resilient
- Productive
- Self-reliant
- Social butterfly
- Studious
- Authentic
- Advocate
- Collaborative
- Open-minded
- Outdoorsy
- Scholarly
- Irreplaceable
- Genuine
- Inspired
- Supportive
- Committed
- Down-to-earth
- Dreamer
- Trend-setter
- Do-gooder
- Thrill-seeker
- Instagram-addict
- Husband
- Girlboss
- Speaker
- Influencer
- Activist
- Sporty
- Animal-lover
- Strategist
- Visionary
- Blogger
- Bookworm
- Wife
- Family-oriented
- Adviser
- Fashionista
- Coach
- Protective
- Positive
- Disney-lover
- Self-funded
- Connoisseur
- Aficionado
- Self-made
- Active
- Foodie
- Artsy
- Entrepreneur
- Explorer
- Vibrant
- One-of-a-kind
- Wise
- Chatty
- Spiritual
- Fun-loving
- Trustworthy
- Bubbly
- Affectionate
- Fit
- Homebody
- Happy
- Spontaneous
- Wino
- Lighthearted
- Social
- Sexy
- Career-driven
- Youthful
- Sarcastic
- Caring
- Spunky
- Whimsical
- Chill
- Feisty
- Upbeat
- Talkative
- Dream-chaser
- Busy-bee
- Rebel
- Kindhearted
- Quirky
- Extra
- Glamorous
- Animated
- Hilarious
- Comical
- Gleeful
- Waggish
- Laugh-worthy
- Chucklesome
- Merry
- Farcical
- Goofball
- Jokester
- Facetious
- Clownish
- Ludicrous
- Cheesy
- Jokey
- Rich
- Prankster
- Mirthful
- Trickster
- Wacky
- Good-humored
- Risible
- Off-the-wall
- Rib-tickling
- Goofy
- Droll
- Uproarious
- Entertaining
Common Words to Describe Someone with their Meanings
Sympathetic
This is one of the most used words to describe someone. It indicates that one holds a certain emotion towards someone or something. This usually involves thinking about someone as an extension of themselves. In other words, people are usually described as being either kind or mean.
Sensible
This word indicates that one is in touch with one’s surroundings. Sensible people are often organized and calmer than people who are not. So, someone who is described as being sensible is someone who considers the fact that others exist and what they want.
Cute
It is used to describe how a person looks rather than their character. A person could be described as cute if they are kind and like to make others happy. Of course, a person’s character can also be described, but it is more informal and childlike.
Loyal
People are also described as loyal if they do not try to gain profit or fame at the expense of their group. A loyal person usually does what they said they would do. If they do not, then they are not loyal. A person described as being loyal might not always get along with people they are supposed to, but they will stick by their friends through thick or thin.
Funny
This is probably the easiest word to describe someone. A person described as being funny lets people know they are a little silly on the inside. It means they are not serious all the time and can crack a joke when they need to. They are either funny or not.
Reliable
This word means that the person is trustworthy. They are reliable if they tell the truth and keep to their word. It means the person does not lie to get what they want or to get attention. This is probably the most important word to describe someone. They are either reliable or not.
Generous
This word means that the person is generous with their time and money. They are generous if they are willing to give something to help others. This may include money or time.
Smart
This word is similar to the word generous, but it refers to someone’s intelligence. Generally, people are described as being smart if they can do things on a higher level than others. In other words, they are smart enough to do things others could not do.
Adventurous
This word means that the person is ready to take a risk. They are adventurous if they try new things and try new foods, meet new people, and explore new places.
So there you have it, top words that will help you describe people. Use these words wisely because they can help you make the perfect match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are good words to describe someone?
There are countless good words to describe someone, depending on their personality traits, behaviors and accomplishments. Some examples of positive words to describe someone are: kind, compassionate, empathetic, intelligent, motivated, ambitious, generous, creative, innovative, optimistic, resilient, honest, trustworthy, reliable, friendly, outgoing, confident, humble, authentic, and passionate. These words not only depict the person in a positive light, but also highlight their unique strengths and skills.
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What are words to describe someone who passed away?
When describing someone who has passed away, it is important to choose words that are respectful and honor their memory. Some appropriate words to describe someone who has passed away might include: kind, loving, generous, compassionate, courageous, resilient, accomplished, brilliant, talented, and inspirational.
What words start with d to describe someone?
There are many words that start with the letter “d” to describe someone. Some examples include: determined, dedicated, diligent, dependable, decisive, dynamic, daring, and delightful.
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What words to describe how much you love someone?
Words like adore, cherish, treasure, appreciate, admire, and respect all convey a deep and abiding love. Other more passionate words like crave, long for, need, desire, yearn, and covet can express a more intense and passionate love.
What are 20 describing words?
Some examples of describing words include: joyful, compassionate, enthusiastic, creative, confident, charming, loyal, intelligent, innovative, inspiring, dedicated, talented, adventurous, generous, kind, honest, optimistic, patient, resilient, and successful.
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How do you describe someone’s personality in words?
Some common personality traits that can be used to describe someone include being outgoing, introverted, confident, shy, empathetic, or analytical.
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A-Z Words to Describe People
Here are 24 lists of words to describe people in English, in alphabetical order:
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Related Words to Describe People in English
- Adjectives List
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- Adjectives To Describe A Person
- Adjectives to Describe Yourself
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- List of Emotions
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Last Updated on April 4, 2023
The idea for the Describing Words engine came when I was building the engine for Related Words (it’s like a thesaurus, but gives you a much broader set of related words, rather than just synonyms). While playing around with word vectors and the «HasProperty» API of conceptnet, I had a bit of fun trying to get the adjectives which commonly describe a word. Eventually I realised that there’s a much better way of doing this: parse books!
Project Gutenberg was the initial corpus, but the parser got greedier and greedier and I ended up feeding it somewhere around 100 gigabytes of text files — mostly fiction, including many contemporary works. The parser simply looks through each book and pulls out the various descriptions of nouns.
Hopefully it’s more than just a novelty and some people will actually find it useful for their writing and brainstorming, but one neat little thing to try is to compare two nouns which are similar, but different in some significant way — for example, gender is interesting: «woman» versus «man» and «boy» versus «girl». On an inital quick analysis it seems that authors of fiction are at least 4x more likely to describe women (as opposed to men) with beauty-related terms (regarding their weight, features and general attractiveness). In fact, «beautiful» is possibly the most widely used adjective for women in all of the world’s literature, which is quite in line with the general unidimensional representation of women in many other media forms. If anyone wants to do further research into this, let me know and I can give you a lot more data (for example, there are about 25000 different entries for «woman» — too many to show here).
The blueness of the results represents their relative frequency. You can hover over an item for a second and the frequency score should pop up. The «uniqueness» sorting is default, and thanks to my Complicated Algorithm™, it orders them by the adjectives’ uniqueness to that particular noun relative to other nouns (it’s actually pretty simple). As you’d expect, you can click the «Sort By Usage Frequency» button to adjectives by their usage frequency for that noun.
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If you’re looking for words you can use to describe someone else’s personality, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll provide a variety of negative, neutral, and positive words you could use to describe your best friend, hype up a good teammate, flesh out a villain, finish your essay, or just describe an acquaintance. We’ll also share what some of these character traits mean! Keep reading for the best words to paint the perfect picture of any person.
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Pleasant If someone is pleasant, it means they’re easygoing and generally nice to be around. A pleasant person is unlikely to bother anyone or stir up any trouble.[1]
- “James is really quite pleasant to be around. He never argues or causes a fuss.”
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Cheerful If someone is openly happy, always smiling, and they tend to be positive, they might be described as cheerful (or cheery).
- “How can Melissa be so cheerful at 8 o’clock in the morning? I just don’t get it.”
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Cordial Cordial people are well-mannered, warm, and approachable. If a person is considered cordial, they likely come off as relaxed and friendly, with a unique ability to win the approval of others.
- “I really like the way he held the door open for me. He’s such a cordial boy.”
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Empathetic An empathetic person is able to imagine what it’s like to stand in someone’s shoes. This would be a great word to describe your best friend if they always seem sad whenever you’re going through a hard time, for example.
- “I got a good grade and told Mindy about it. She’s so empathetic that she almost cried tears of joy for me!”
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Virtuous If someone is virtuous, it means they have high moral standards and that they generally care about doing what’s right. It can also generally refer to someone who is righteous and law-abiding.
- “Derek is virtuous fellow. He’s always volunteering on the weekend.”
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Sociable A sociable person is outgoing and gets a lot of personal fulfillment from talking to new people. It doesn’t mean they talk too much, just that they’re very active and friendly.
- “You’ve got to invite Sabrina to the party! She’s the most sociable person we know.”
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Insightful If someone knows how to make sense of confusing situations, solve puzzles, or use clues to figure out how people feel, they’re insightful. It’s not quite raw intelligence, but wisdom, emotional knowledge, and awareness.
- “Tehilah is so insightful; she knew Tim and I broke up before I even told her just based on how I was acting.”
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Imaginative Someone may be imaginative if they have the ability to generate creative, unique ideas or express original thoughts with ease.
- “We had to write a short story for class, and Jimmy is so imaginative that he came up with this tale about a pirate who joins up with a dinosaur to fight crime.”
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Collaborative A collaborative person is really good at working with other people. They’re able to take criticism, and know when to follow instructions and when to grab the wheel. A good teammate is likely to be very collaborative, for example.
- “You should let me join your group project. I’m collaborative, and I know a lot about history.”
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Confident When someone is self-assured and believes in their abilities, they’re confident. A confident person might volunteer to take the lead, or have no problem approaching a cute person at a bar and asking them out.
- “Jamie is confident in his ability to get the job done before Friday. I normally wouldn’t think it’s possible, but he assured me it’s no big deal.”
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Generous A generous person is willing to help others more than the average person would. This may include someone who gives money to charity, or a person who is especially kind and supportive.
- “I was kind of lost and my phone was dead, but this generous man took the time to show me where to go. He even let me make a phone call.”
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Charismatic If someone is charismatic, they have no problem getting people to like them, or convincing others to do something. A president or motivational speaker might be charismatic, for example.
- “You should totally try out for team captain. You’re the best player on the team, and you’re super charismatic.”
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Dreary A dreary person is kind of unfun to be around. They may always be in a bad mood, or have a habit of bringing up dark subjects. Picture an abandoned building in the rain. That’s dreary.[2]
- “I don’t like how Tim always makes dark jokes. He’s such a dreary guy.”
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Aggressive If a person never avoids a fight or they have a tendency to yell or criticize people unfairly, they might be described as aggressive.
- “You shouldn’t disagree with Mr. Wayne. He’s super aggressive when people don’t agree with his perspective.”
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Judgemental A judgmental (or judgy) person is super critical of others. They may always complain about how other people behave, or refuse to acknowledge when someone does something right.
- “My dad is always telling me hates my outfits. He’s too judgmental.”
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Ruthless Someone with a ruthless personality will refuse to give people the benefit of the doubt, have too much ambition to show compassion, or behave cruelly when it benefits them.
- “My boss is ruthless. He’d call the cops on an employee if it meant he could get a promotion.”
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Mischievous If a person is mischievous, they find it fun to cause trouble and create chaos. They might be a prankster who loves pulling tricks on their friends, or have a tendency to ignore the rules.
- “Louis has a mischievous quality about him. It’s almost like he’s always trying to mess with you.”
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Stuffy A stuffy person will not be very open to new ideas, and they’ll have a hard time accepting people who are different. They’ll likely make you feel like you can’t share how you feel.
- “I would hang out with Maisie more often, but her stuffy attitude makes it hard to feel like I can really be me around her.”
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Tedious If a person is tedious, it means they tire people out by taking too long. A tedious person may talk in a monotonous, boring manner, or fail to recognize when other people aren’t interested in hearing about something.
- “The dean at my school is such a tedious guy. He just goes on and on about the rules. Even when you crack a joke, he just repeats himself.”
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Irksome If a person just rubs you the wrong way, you might describe them as irksome. They may just be annoying because they won’t leave you alone, or irritating because they always say the wrong thing.
- “Johnny has this irksome quality where he never knows when you just want to be left alone.”
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Stingy A stingy individual will refuse to give you anything. It’s usually used to describe someone who refuses to spend money, but it can also apply to someone who refuses to show love, appreciation, or attention.
- “Bosco is such a stingy coach. These uniforms have holes in them and all of our equipment is ancient.”
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Naïve If someone lacks the wisdom, experience, or judgement to understand the way the world works, they might be described as naïve.
- “I used to be such a naïve guy. I’d walk through rough neighborhoods at night without really thinking about the danger I was putting myself in.”
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Obtuse An obtuse person is unlikely to pick up on things, and will be prone to missing “hints” when people drop them. Obtuse can also be used to describe someone who intentionally doesn’t understand or intentionally doesn’t respect someone’s feelings.
- “I made a joke the other day and everyone laughed except Trevor. He’s so obtuse, I think he just didn’t get it.”
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Narcissistic A narcissistic person has an extreme interest in themselves. They only care about what happens to them, and they may obsess over how they look, how popular they are, or how many people like them.
- “Melissa is always checking her makeup and talking about how many people follow her on social media. She’s so narcissistic.”
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Eccentric If a person is eccentric, it means they’re unconventional or strange, but in a way that makes them kind of interesting. An eccentric person may have an uncommon hobby, or dress strangely.[3]
- “My mother is an eccentric woman. She refuses to drink water if it has ice in it, and she always makes this ‘yipping’ noise when she’s thinking out loud.”
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Wary If a person is wary, it means that they’re cautious, careful, and exacting. A wary person may overthink sometimes, but they’ll tend to make the right decision.
- “Linus is always weary of strangers. That’s why he didn’t open up at the party.”
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Practical A practical person cares about what’s effective and reasonable, and they won’t concern themselves with hypotheticals or lofty, abstract ideas.
- “I’m a practical woman. If I see something I use is on sale, I’ll buy it even if I don’t need it right away.”
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Complex If an individual is complex, it means they’re imaginative and intelligent, but kind of a little mysterious. They may surprise people with unique knowledge and skills, or have a deep emotional life.
- “I tend to be suspicious of Nathan. He’s too complex; I can never really tell what he’s thinking.”
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Judicious If a person has a judicious personality, it means that they’re fair and weigh all of their options. There’s a bit of an implication that they care deeply about morals, as well.
- “Ally is judicious enough to know whether it’s right to go to give her boyfriend a break or not for missing their date. Don’t worry about it.”
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Introverted An introverted individual tends to keep things to themselves. They’re quiet, appreciate solitude, and don’t rely on other people to be happy. The opposite of introverted is extroverted.
- “I’m super introverted. I’d much rather spend Saturday nights relaxing at home alone.”
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Steadfast If someone is steadfast, they are firm in their beliefs and worldview. This may be a good thing if someone is trying to push them into making a bad decision, but it may not be such a good thing if they refuse to change their mind when they’re wrong.
- “As a steadfast person, I don’t tend to get along with people who push me to do things I don’t want to do.”
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Meticulous A meticulous person takes extreme caution (and a lot of time) when they do things. This might mean they take too long to do their taxes, but by the time they’re done, there won’t be any mistakes.
- “Avery is a meticulous worker. It’s true she doesn’t make as many sales as other employees, but I’ve never seen her make a mistake on her paperwork.”
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Esoteric If someone is described as esoteric, it means that they’re a complex person who is extremely difficult to understand (and a little private). That may sound like a negative thing, but esoteric people tend to be very fascinating.
- “Timmy’s motivations are beyond esoteric. I don’t really know what he wants, but I’m sure it makes sense to him.”
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Apprehensive An apprehensive person may be anxious or nervous, but they also tend to be very discerning and capable of identifying the right move.
- “I’m apprehensive about moving to New York City because it’s so expensive, but I’m sure we can make it work if I find a higher paying job there.”
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Whimsical A whimsical individual may seem a little random, but it’s only because they follow every impulse they have. The implication is that a whimsical person is kind of fun and interesting, though. It’s not a dangerous kind of “erratic.”
- “You’re always picking flowers and putting them in your hair. You have such a whimsical spirit!”
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Pensive If someone is pensive, they spend a lot of time thinking carefully and quietly about things. This may be a good thing if it helps them make a wise choice, or a bad thing if they spend too much time weighing options.
- “Winston tends to become quite pensive when he’s faced with a serious choice.”
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