Vocabulary List - Personal Data, Appearance, and Character

A set of vocabulary terms covering personal information, physical description, clothing styles, and personality traits based on the lecture notes.

marital status

The legal state of being married, single, divorced, or widowed.

next of kin

A person's closest living relative.

biometric data

Biological measurements or physical characteristics that can be used to identify individuals.

distinguishing features

Unique physical characteristics, such as scars or birthmarks, used for identification.

lanky

Tall and thin.

chunky

Sturdy and stocky in build.

dental brace

A device used to straighten teeth.

goatee

A small, pointed beard on the chin.

receding hairline

When hair becomes thin or stops growing at the temples and forehead.

waistcoat

A sleeveless piece of clothing worn over a shirt and under a jacket.

scruffy

Untidy or dirty in appearance.

tartan

A pattern of intersecting lines and colors, often associated with Scottish tradition.

velvet

A type of woven tufted fabric that is soft and smooth to the touch.

absent-minded

Forgetful or not paying attention to what is happening.

narrow-minded

Unwilling to accept different opinions or behavior; intolerant.

reliable

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

straightforward

Honest and direct; easy to understand.

timid

Easily frightened or lacking in self-confidence.

withdrawn

Very quiet and preferring not to talk to other people.

conceited

Excessively proud of oneself; vain.