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Abrasive
sharply disagreeable or harsh
Abstract
the opposite of concrete – abstract adjectives are like peace and honor – require interpretation; exists in thought or as an idea…
Ambivalent
simultaneously contains contradictory feelings or attitudes toward an object, subject, person, or action – contains uncertainty or fluctuation
Apathetic
having or showing little or no emotion/ not interested or concerned; indifferent or unresponsive
Ardent
enthusiastic, passionate
Audacious
Bold, adventurous, fearless
Austere
severe, stern, strict, or harsh
Authoritative
having an air of authority; accustomed to exercising authority; positive; used to influence or gain power
Bemused
bewildered or confused/ lost in thought; preoccupied
Benevolent
characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings; sympathetic; tolerant; caring
Bookish
academic and scholarly
Callous
cruel disregard; unfeeling; uncaring; indifferent; ruthless
Caustic
making biting, corrosive comments; critical
Celebratory
praising; pay tribute to; glorify; honor
Compassionate
sympathetic; empathetic; warm-hearted; tolerant; kind
Conciliatory
intended to placate or pacify; appeasing
Condescending
stooping to the level of one’s inferiors; patronizing
Contemptuous
showing contempt; scornful; insolent; mocking
Cynical
scornful of motives or virtues; mocking; sneering
Detached
aloof; objective; unfeeling; distant
Dignified
serious; respectful; formal; proper
Disparaging or Disdainful
Showing contempt or lack of respect; critical; scornful
Effusive
expressing feelings of gratitude or pleasure
Empathetic
understanding; kind; sensitive
Encouraging
Optimistic; supportive
Enthusiastic
excited; energetic
Erudite
scholarly, educated, intellectual
