Meaning: Sad, “blue,” kind of depressed. Also a noun.
Examples:
Fall is a melancholy season.
“What’s wrong? You look so melancholy today!”
She enjoys listening to melancholy songs.
Pop Quiz:
Someone might feel melancholy…
A. On a gray, drizzly day.
B. After a break-up.
C. On their fortieth birthday.
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Here are some images from the web using last week’s Awesome Adjective – click on any image to get a larger view:
Meaning: Very special.
Examples:
She has a unique personality. I’ve never met anyone like her.
Your style is so unique! Where do you buy your clothes?
I knew it was him even though I only heard his footsteps. He has a unique way of walking.
Pop Quiz:
What’s the opposite of unique?
A. Original
B. Extraordinary
C. Common
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Awesome Adjectives are back to after a two-month hiatus!
Meaning: Describing someone who often forgets things or loses things.
Examples:
He always loses his keys – he’s so forgetful!
They say you get more forgetful as you get older.
I’m very forgetful, so I always write notes to help me remember.
Pop Quiz:
Who is not forgetful?
A. Someone with a good memory.
B. Someone with a bad memory.
C. Someone with bad memories.
Western countries use 12 different signs (called Zodiac signs) to describe someone’s personality depending on when they were born. Zodiac signs can be very popular and are based on the arrangement of the stars. Some people say they can tell your future or help you make decisions. You can find information about your Zodiac sign in most newspapers, magazines, on the internet, even many people can tell you something about your Zodiac sign. They can be an interesting way to start a conversation.
Look at the chart above and find out what your Zodiac sign is, then look at the list below and use a dictionary to read the descriptions.
Do the positive adjectives match you?
Do the negative adjectives match you?
Do you believe the stars can influence your life or tell you something about yourself?
Do you have something similar to the Western Zodiac in your country?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Capricorn (December 22—January 19)
–Positive personality traits: responsible, persistent, disciplined, calm
–Negative personality traits: pessimistic, conservative, shyAquarius (January 21—February 19)
–Positive personality traits: inventive, clever, humanitarian, friendly
–Negative personality traits: aloof, unpredictable, rebelliousPisces (February19—March 20)
–Positive personality traits: romantic, devoted, compassionate
–Negative personality traits: indecisive, escapist, idealisticAries (March 21—April 20)
–Positive personality traits: generous, enthusiastic, efficient
–Negative personality traits: quick-tempered, selfish, arrogantTaurus (April 21—May 20)
–Positive personality traits: reliable, stable, determined
–Negative personality traits: possessive, greedy, materialisticGemini (May 21—June 21)
–Positive personality traits: witty, creative, eloquent, curious
–Negative personality traits: impatient, restless, tenseCancer (June 22—July 22)
–Positive personality traits: intuitive, nurturing, frugal, cautious
–Negative personality traits: moody, self-pitying, jealousLeo (July 23—August 22)
–Positive personality traits: confident, independent, ambitious
–Negative personality traits: bossy, vain, dogmaticVirgo (August 23—September 22)
–Positive personality traits: analytical, practical, precise
–Negative personality traits: picky, inflexible, perfectionistLibra (September 23—October 22)
–Positive personality traits: diplomatic, easygoing, sociable,
–Negative personality traits: changeable, unreliable, superficialScorpio (October 23—November 21)
–Positive personality traits: passionate, resourceful, focused
–Negative personality traits: narcissistic, manipulative, suspiciousSagittarius (November 22—December 21)
–Positive personality traits: optimistic, adventurous, straightforward
–Negative personality traits: careless, reckless, irresponsible
As with idioms, we presented you with a number of Awesome Adjectives to use in your everyday speech and writing. Here they are all in one spot to review. Just click on the word to refresh your memory:
Meaning: Full of sweat; wet because it’s so hot.
Examples:
I’m so sweaty and I smell like onions!
He wanted to change his shirt because he was sweaty.
Why are you sweaty? It’s cold today! Are you nervous or something?
Pop Quiz:
When might someone be sweaty?
A. After changing a light bulb.
B. After drinking lemonade.
C. After running twenty blocks.
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