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effectiveadj/ɪˈfektɪv/
successful in producing a desired result
“The new campaign was effective at cutting plastic use in the city.”
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creativeadj/kriˈeɪtɪv/
using imagination to produce new and original ideas
“We need a creative solution to tackle the parking problem.”
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activeadj/ˈæktɪv/
taking part in activities; doing things with energy rather than staying passive
“She's very active in the student union and helps organise events.”
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productiveadj/prəˈdʌktɪv/
producing a large amount of something or a lot of useful work
“I had a very productive afternoon and finished two assignments.”
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informativeadj/ɪnˈfɔːmətɪv/
giving useful or interesting information
“The seminar was informative; I learned practical tips for saving energy.”
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persuasiveadjective/pəˈsweɪsɪv/
able to convince people to believe or do something
“She gave a persuasive presentation that won the committee's support.”
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attractiveadj/əˈtræktɪv/
pleasing or appealing to the senses or mind; offering advantages that draw interest
“The university offers attractive scholarships for top students.”
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competitiveadjective/kəmˈpetɪtɪv/
having a strong desire to win or be more successful than others; relating to competition
“The job market is highly competitive for new graduates.”
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impressiveadj/ɪmˈpresɪv/
evoking admiration through size, skill, quality or appearance
“Her presentation was impressive and well researched.”
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sensitiveadjective/ˈsensɪtɪv/
easily affected by something, or able to understand other people's feelings
“Be careful; that topic is very sensitive for some people.”
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constructiveadjective/kənˈstrʌktɪv/
helpful and likely to improve a situation or produce development
“Teachers should give constructive feedback to help students improve.”
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cooperativeadj/kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/
willing to work with others; helpful in group activities
“The students were cooperative during the group task and finished early.”
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responsiveadjective/rɪˈspɒnsɪv/
quick to react or reply; reacting quickly and positively
“A responsive customer service team can improve company reputation.”
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passiveadjective/ˈpæsɪv/
accepting or allowing what happens without active response; (grammar) relating to the passive voice
“He remained passive during the meeting and didn't share his ideas.”
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objectiveadj / n/əbˈdʒɛktɪv/
As an adjective: not influenced by personal feelings; impartial. As a noun: a goal or intended result.
“Researchers must remain objective when analysing data.”
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alternativeadj / n/ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/
Something that can be used instead of something else; another option or choice.
“We need an alternative plan in case the main proposal fails.”
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subjectiveadj/səbˈdʒɛktɪv/
Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than external facts.
“Reviews of art are often subjective, depending on the critic's taste.”
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relativeadj / n/ˈrelətɪv/
As adjective: considered in relation to something else; comparative. As noun: a person connected by blood or marriage.
“The improvement is relative — some regions did better than others.”
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consecutiveadj/kənˈsɛkjʊtɪv/
Following continuously in unbroken or logical sequence; one after another.
“She has won the championship for three consecutive years.”
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intensiveadj/ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
Demanding or involving a lot of effort, focus, or activity over a short period; concentrated.
“She took an intensive language course before moving abroad.”