
Description of flamboyant (adjective) being too showy or ornate; gaudy; flashy
Samples of flamboyant The flamboyant nature of the couple was evident in their loud clothing.
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Description of thrifty (adjective) frugal; careful with money; economizing
Samples of thrifty Being thrifty, the woman would not purchase the item without a coupon. The thrifty couple saved money by taking the bus to work.
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Description of fundamental (adjective) basic; necessary; essential; elemental
Samples of fundamental Shelter is one of the fundamental needs of human existence.
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Description of fastidious (adjective) difficult to please; dainty; choosy; critical
Samples of fastidious The fastidious girl would not accept any offers as suitable. The woman was extremely fastidious, as evident in her occasional fainting spells.
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Description of ungainly (adjective) clumsy and unattractive; awkward
Samples of ungainly The ungainly man knocked over the plant stand.
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Description of stolid (adjective) showing little emotion; stupid; impassive
Samples of stolid With a stolid expression, the man walked away from the confrontation.
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Description of odious (adjective) hateful; disgusting; detestable
Samples of odious Having to chaperone her brother was an odious chore for the girl.
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Description of licentious (adjective) morally lacking in restraint; lascivious
Samples of licentious The people of Sodom and Gomorra were known for their licentious lifestyle.
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Description of inept (adjective) incompetent; clumsy; unskilled; inappropriate
Samples of inept She would rather update the budget book herself, since her assistant is so inept.
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Description of arcane (adjective) obscure; secret; mysterious
Samples of arcane With an arcane expression, the young boy left the family wondering what sort of mischief he had committed. The wizard's description of his magic was purposefully arcane so that others would be unable to copy it.
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