Meaning: To be happy to have someone or something in your life, often used with “for” or “that.”
Examples:
I’m thankful for my great English teacher.
She’s thankful that she has good health.
The boss said she’s thankful for all his hard work.
Category: Adjectives
Enthusiastic Revisited
Here’s a video from Sesame Street featuring last week’s Awesome Adjective:
Enthusiastic means you’re really excited about something, so yes, Elmo and Mindy Kaling are very enthusiastic. Mindy and Elmo are enthusiastic about dancing and chickens, but, chickens, for the record, are not so enthusiastic about dancing. Instead, they like to hop up and down. What are you enthusiastic about?
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Awesome Adjective: Enthusiastic
Meaning: To be very interested in something and very energetic about it.
Examples:
She’s very enthusiastic about studying English – she practices three hours every day in addition to her classes.
My wife didn’t seem too enthusiastic when I suggested having fast food for dinner.
Most bosses are looking for responsible, enthusiastic employees.
Pop Quiz:
What do enthusiastic people look like?
A. They look tired.
B. They look lively and happy.
C. They look very calm.
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Awesome Adjective: Fascinating
Meaning: Very, very interesting.
Examples:
This book is fascinating! I can’t put it down!
He’s a fascinating person to talk to. He has so many interesting stories.
She loves to learn about ancient Egypt. She finds it fascinating.
Pop Quiz:
If something is fascinating, it’s not…
A. dull.
B. boring.
C. tedious.
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Awesome Adjective: Diligent
Meaning: To be responsible and hard-working.
Examples:
Her son has always been an extremely diligent student.
He only pretends to be diligent when his boss is around.
“What one word best describes you?” asked the interviewer. “Diligent,” the job seeker said.
Pop Quiz:
What’s the opposite of diligent?
A. Dependable
B. Lazy
C. Careful
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