Describing words 5
39 English words (level B2) with a simple English definition and an example sentence. In the app you can hear every word and practise with flashcards, a quiz, spelling and listening.
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| English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| existing | present now | We will improve the existing system. |
| exotic | unusual and exciting, often from a far country | She loves exotic fruit. |
| expected | thought likely to happen | The expected arrival time is six. |
| expert | having special knowledge or skill | We need expert advice. |
| explosive | able to explode; also likely to cause anger | It's an explosive situation. |
| expressive | showing feelings clearly | She has an expressive face. |
| exquisite | very beautiful and delicate | The jewellery is exquisite. |
| extensive | large in area or amount | The storm caused extensive damage. |
| external | on or from the outside | For external use only. |
| exultant | very happy and proud because of a success | The exultant fans sang all night. |
| fabulous | extremely good | You look fabulous! |
| far | distant; also at the most distant end | She lives at the far end of the street. |
| fascinated | very interested | The children were fascinated by the animals. |
| fatal | causing death; also causing failure | It was a fatal accident. |
| faulty | not working properly | The machine is faulty. |
| fearsome | frightening | The lion is a fearsome animal. |
| fed up | annoyed and bored with something | I'm fed up with this weather. |
| federal | about the central government of a country with states | It's a federal law. |
| fictional | invented; not real | Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective. |
| fierce | violent or aggressive; also very strong | The dog looks fierce. |
| figurative | (language) not with its usual, literal meaning | 'Heart of stone' is a figurative expression. |
| filial | about a son or daughter's duty to parents | He showed filial respect. |
| fiscal | about government money and taxes | The fiscal year starts in April. |
| fixed | not changing; also attached | The price is fixed. |
| flawless | perfect | Her English is flawless. |
| flexible | able to change easily; also able to bend | I have flexible working hours. |
| fluid | able to flow; also changing easily | The situation is still fluid. |
| formidable | very strong or impressive, and sometimes frightening | She is a formidable opponent. |
| forthcoming | happening soon; also willing to give information | Check out our forthcoming events. |
| foul | very unpleasant; also (language) rude | There's a foul smell in here. |
| friendly | kind and pleasant | The people here are very friendly. |
| frugal | careful not to spend much money | They live a frugal life. |
| functional | practical and useful; also working | The kitchen is simple but functional. |
| fundamental | basic and most important | Education is a fundamental right. |
| funky | fashionable and unusual (informal); also (music) with a strong beat | She wears funky clothes. |
| furious | very angry | My dad was furious. |
| gaudy | too bright and colourful in an ugly way | He wore a gaudy shirt. |
| genuine | real; also honest | Is this a genuine diamond? |
| geographic | about geography | The map shows geographic features. |