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Which adjective describes a person who is not pretentious and straightforward in their communication?
Which adjective describes a person who is not pretentious and straightforward in their communication?
What might some people think of someone who is very frank in their opinions?
What might some people think of someone who is very frank in their opinions?
Which two adjectives are commonly confused due to their similar spelling?
Which two adjectives are commonly confused due to their similar spelling?
If someone is described as 'thick,' what does it imply about their intelligence?
If someone is described as 'thick,' what does it imply about their intelligence?
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What is the meaning of the adjective 'patronizing'?
What is the meaning of the adjective 'patronizing'?
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What does it mean if someone is described as 'sensible'?
What does it mean if someone is described as 'sensible'?
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Which adjective best describes someone who often becomes emotional in response to criticism?
Which adjective best describes someone who often becomes emotional in response to criticism?
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What characterizes a person who is 'assertive'?
What characterizes a person who is 'assertive'?
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What does being 'competitive' imply about a person's nature?
What does being 'competitive' imply about a person's nature?
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Which situation best exemplifies a 'greedy' behavior?
Which situation best exemplifies a 'greedy' behavior?
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What is a common trait of someone described as 'arrogant'?
What is a common trait of someone described as 'arrogant'?
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How can one differentiate between 'sensible' and 'sensitive'?
How can one differentiate between 'sensible' and 'sensitive'?
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What suggests a person is 'competitive' in their upbringing?
What suggests a person is 'competitive' in their upbringing?
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Which of the following emotions best aligns with being 'sensitive'?
Which of the following emotions best aligns with being 'sensitive'?
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How is a 'greedy' individual likely to act in a social gathering?
How is a 'greedy' individual likely to act in a social gathering?
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What is a potential downside of being 'arrogant'?
What is a potential downside of being 'arrogant'?
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Which adjective would best describe someone who actively engages in debates and stands firmly by their viewpoints?
Which adjective would best describe someone who actively engages in debates and stands firmly by their viewpoints?
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Which adjective would NOT typically apply to someone who prioritizes winning over fun?
Which adjective would NOT typically apply to someone who prioritizes winning over fun?
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What does the term 'thick' imply when used to describe a person?
What does the term 'thick' imply when used to describe a person?
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How is 'patronizing' best defined?
How is 'patronizing' best defined?
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Which scenario best illustrates a 'ruthless' decision?
Which scenario best illustrates a 'ruthless' decision?
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What does being 'obnoxious' typically refer to regarding a person's behavior?
What does being 'obnoxious' typically refer to regarding a person's behavior?
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How is 'pretentious' generally characterized?
How is 'pretentious' generally characterized?
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Which of the following best describes someone who is 'down to earth'?
Which of the following best describes someone who is 'down to earth'?
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What kind of smell might be described as 'obnoxious'?
What kind of smell might be described as 'obnoxious'?
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Which statement is true about 'ruthless' decision-making in a business context?
Which statement is true about 'ruthless' decision-making in a business context?
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What might be a harmful aspect of 'patronizing' behavior in communication?
What might be a harmful aspect of 'patronizing' behavior in communication?
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In which scenario is someone likely to be called 'thick'?
In which scenario is someone likely to be called 'thick'?
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What does it mean if someone is described as 'pretentious snob'?
What does it mean if someone is described as 'pretentious snob'?
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What could be described as 'thick as wood'?
What could be described as 'thick as wood'?
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What common trait do obnoxious individuals typically exhibit?
What common trait do obnoxious individuals typically exhibit?
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Which of the following illustrates a 'ruthless' approach to decision-making?
Which of the following illustrates a 'ruthless' approach to decision-making?
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Study Notes
Using Adjectives to Describe People
- Sensible: Taking a practical and safe approach, considering risks before acting
- Sensitive: Easily affected by emotions, criticism, or situations involving vulnerability, often leading to emotional responses. Also sensitive to changes in the environment.
- Assertive: Confidently expressing opinions and sticking to them, not easily swayed.
- Competitive: Desiring to win, always striving to be better, and often feeling motivated by challenges.
- Greedy: Wanting more than necessary, often associated with material possessions or food.
- Arrogant: Believing oneself superior to others, displaying a condescending attitude, often with feelings of superiority.
- Thick: Lacking intelligence, unable to understand things easily, often used to describe someone who asks naive questions or struggles with basic concepts.
- Patronizing: Trying to appear helpful while subtly implying superiority over the person being assisted.
- Obnoxious: Unpleasant, offensive, or disrespectful in behavior or manner.
- Pretentious: Trying to appear more important or impressive than they are, often through behavior, speech, or appearance.
- Ruthless: Making decisions without consideration for others' feelings or circumstances, prioritizing goals and outcomes above empathy.
- Down to Earth: Normal, straightforward, honest, and without artificial airs, typically regarded as approachable and genuine.
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Description
This quiz focuses on understanding various adjectives used to describe people's traits and behaviors. Participants will learn the meanings of terms such as sensible, sensitive, assertive, and more. Test your knowledge of these descriptive words and enhance your vocabulary!
