
Description of wooden (adjective) expressionless; dull; inflexible; stiff; blunt
Samples of wooden The wooden expression of the man made him look like a statue.
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Description of discerning (adjective) having good judgment; wise; discriminating; perceptive; shrewd
Samples of discerning He has a discerning eye for knowing the original from the copy. Being discerning about a customer's character is a key qualification for a loan officer.
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Description of narcissistic (adjective) egotistical; self-centered; excessive interest in ones appearance, comfort, abilities, etc.
Samples of narcissistic The narcissistic actor was difficult to get along with.
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Description of wretched (adjective) miserable; unhappy; causing distress; pitiable; vile
Samples of wretched Brought up in an orphanage, Annie led a wretched existence. The continual rain made for a wretched vacation.
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Description of deferential (adjective) yielding to the opinion of another; showing honor; respectful
Samples of deferential After debating students living in the Sixth Ward for months, the mayor's deferential statements indicated that he had come to some understanding with them.
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Description of sundry (adjective) various; miscellaneous; separate; distinct
Samples of sundry This store sells many sundry novelty items. Sundry items may be purchased as a single item.
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Description of diffident (adjective) timid; lacking self-confidence; shy
Samples of diffident The director is looking for a self-assured actor, not a diffident one. Her diffident sister couldn't work up the courage to ask for the sale.
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Description of astute (adjective) cunning; sly; crafty; clever; keen
Samples of astute The astute lawyer's questioning convinced the jury of the defendant's guilt.
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Description of slothful (adjective) lazy; sluggish; slow
Samples of slothful The slothful actions of the player led to his benching.
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Description of wry (adjective) mocking; cynical; crooked; askew
Samples of wry He has a wry sense of humor which sometimes hurts people's feelings.
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