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Inglés y Conocimientos del Mundo para ACT - Cualidades humanas y apariencia

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con las cualidades y la apariencia humana, como "prudente", "vigor", "impulsado", etc., que te ayudarán a dominar tus ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
courageous
[Adjetivo]

expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

valiente, valeroso, corajudo

valiente, valeroso, corajudo

Ex: The rescue dog demonstrated courageous effort in saving lives during the disaster response mission .
secretive
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) having a tendency to hide feelings, thoughts, etc.

reservado, callado

reservado, callado

Ex: secretive nature made it difficult for others to truly know her , leading to feelings of mistrust and uncertainty .
rebellious
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) resistant to authority or control, often challenging established norms or rules

rebelde

rebelde

Ex: rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .
pragmatic
[Adjetivo]

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

pragmático

pragmático

Ex: Facing a complex problem , the engineer proposed pragmatic solution that considered both efficiency and feasibility .
stingy
[Adjetivo]

unwilling to spend or give away money or resources

tacaño

tacaño

Ex: stingy donor gave only a minimal amount , even though they could afford much more .
stubborn
[Adjetivo]

unwilling to change one's attitude or opinion despite good reasons to do so

terco, obstinado

terco, obstinado

Ex: Despite multiple attempts to convince him otherwise , he stubborn in his decision to quit his job .
boisterous
[Adjetivo]

noisy and full of energy

bullicioso

bullicioso

Ex: She found boisterous celebrations in the streets overwhelming .
observant
[Adjetivo]

very good at or quick in noticing small details in someone or something

observador

observador

Ex: observant teacher recognized the signs of distress in a student and offered support before the situation escalated .
easygoing
[Adjetivo]

calm and not easily worried or upset

de trato fácil, acomodadizo

de trato fácil, acomodadizo

Ex: easygoing approach to life helped them navigate through difficulties without much stress .
exuberant
[Adjetivo]

filled with lively energy and excitement

exuberante

exuberante

Ex: exuberant puppy bounded around the yard , chasing after anything that moved .
industrious
[Adjetivo]

hard-working and productive

trabajador

trabajador

Ex: He was known for industrious approach to business , always looking for new opportunities .
cordial
[Adjetivo]

pleasant and friendly

cordial

cordial

capable
[Adjetivo]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

capaz, competente

capaz, competente

Ex: capable doctor provides compassionate care and accurate diagnoses to her patients .
reclusive
[Adjetivo]

preferring to be alone or avoiding social contact

solitario

solitario

Ex: People who met the millionaire said he seemed polite but reclusive, not sharing many details about himself or his personal life .
maiden
[Adjetivo]

describing an unmarried girl or woman

doncella, virgen

doncella, virgen

Ex: She lived in the quaint cottage on the hill, known to all as the village's maiden spinster.
weary
[Adjetivo]

feeling or displaying deep exhaustion

cansado, agotado

cansado, agotado

Ex: weary students struggled to stay focused during the last lecture of the day .
ponderous
[Adjetivo]

displaying a sense of slowness or lack of agility due to real or perceived weight or massiveness

ponderoso

ponderoso

Ex: She struggled to carry ponderous stack of textbooks across the campus .
fatigued
[Adjetivo]

experiencing extreme exhaustion

Ex: The emotional strain of dealing with the loss of a loved one left her fatigued and drained .
proficient
[Adjetivo]

having or showing a high level of knowledge, skill, and aptitude in a particular area

competente

competente

Ex: To proficient in coding , one must practice regularly and learn new techniques .
languid
[Adjetivo]

moving in a slow, effortless, and attractive manner

lánguido

lánguido

Ex: The heat of the afternoon made everyone move in languid, unhurried manner .
avid
[Adjetivo]

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

ávido

ávido

Ex: avid learner is constantly seeking new knowledge and skills to improve himself .
voracious
[Adjetivo]

eating or craving food in large amounts and with great enthusiasm

voraz

voraz

Ex: voracious eater polished off an entire pizza without hesitation .
nonchalant
[Adjetivo]

behaving in an unconcerned and calm manner

indiferente

indiferente

Ex: nonchalant way he spoke about his recent promotion was unexpected .
driven
[Adjetivo]

showing determination and ambition to achieve one's goals

motivado

motivado

Ex: His driven determination to make a difference in the world led him to pursue a career in social activism.
sociable
[Adjetivo]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

sociable

sociable

Ex: The new employee sociable, chatting with coworkers during lunch .
stolid
[Adjetivo]

staying calm and displaying little or no interest or emotions

impasible

impasible

Ex: She sat there with stolid expression , unaffected by the excitement around her .
pert
[Adjetivo]

lively, bold, and confident in a playful or appealing way

impertinente

impertinente

Ex: With a pert tilt of her head, she dismissed the question with a laugh.
fearsome
[Adjetivo]

intimidating or frightening in appearance or nature

Ex: fearsome storm tore through the coastline , leaving destruction in its wake .
ruthless
[Adjetivo]

showing no mercy or compassion towards others in pursuit of one's goals

despiadado, implacable

despiadado, implacable

Ex: ruthless criminal organization would stop at nothing to expand its influence .
handicapped
[Adjetivo]

having a physical or mental condition that limits one's movements, senses, or activities

discapacitado

discapacitado

Ex: handicapped passenger requires assistance when traveling through airports and train stations .
patriotic
[Adjetivo]

having a strong sense of love, loyalty, and devotion to one's country

patriótico, patriota

patriótico, patriota

Ex: His speeches were filled patriotic rhetoric , inspiring citizens to work together for the common good .
wary
[Adjetivo]

feeling or showing caution and attentiveness regarding possible dangers or problems

cauteloso, precavido

cauteloso, precavido

Ex: The hiker wary of venturing too far off the trail in the wilderness .
lonesome
[Adjetivo]

unhappy because of loneliness

solitario

solitario

Ex: She lonesome after her friends left for college , leaving her behind .
prudent
[Adjetivo]

showing sensibility and wisdom, especially in avoiding risks or making decisions

prudente

prudente

Ex: Itprudent to wear sunscreen to avoid skin damage .
vivacity
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being full of life and energy

vivacidad

vivacidad

Ex: Despite the challenges , she maintained vivacity and optimism .
fortitude
[Sustantivo]

mental and emotional strength and resilience in facing adversity, challenges, or difficult situations

fortaleza

fortaleza

Ex: Facing financial difficulties fortitude, she managed to stay optimistic .
demeanor
[Sustantivo]

the way a person treats others

comportamiento

comportamiento

Ex: She has a friendly and demeanor that makes people feel comfortable .
intimacy
[Sustantivo]

a deep and personal connection between individuals

intimidad

intimidad

Ex: After years of shared experiences and heartfelt conversations , intimacy as friends allowed them to understand each other 's hopes and fears without needing to say a word .
stamina
[Sustantivo]

the mental or physical strength that makes one continue doing something hard for a long time

resistencia

resistencia

Ex: The long hours of rehearsals tested the dancersstamina, but they delivered a flawless performance .
dexterity
[Sustantivo]

the ability to use one's hands or body skillfully and quickly to perform tasks

destreza, habilidad

destreza, habilidad

Ex: The surgeondexterity allowed him to perform the delicate procedure successfully .
handedness
[Sustantivo]

the preference for using one hand over the other for tasks and activities, typically resulting in a dominance of either the right or left hand

lateralidad, preferencia manual

lateralidad, preferencia manual

Ex: Studies show handedness is determined by a combination of genetics and environmental factors .
appetite
[Sustantivo]

the feeling of wanting food

apetito

apetito

Ex: She had a appetite for learning , always eager to explore new topics and expand her knowledge .
adolescence
[Sustantivo]

the state of being in the transitional phase childhood and adulthood characterized by significant physical, emotional, and psychological changes

adolescencia, pubertad

adolescencia, pubertad

Ex: Experiencing rapid changes in body and mind is a hallmark of the state adolescence.
vigor
[Sustantivo]

the physical or mental strength and energy that someone possesses

vigor, energía

vigor, energía

Ex: After a restful vacation , she returned to work with vigor and enthusiasm .
resourcefulness
[Sustantivo]

the ability to effectively and creatively solve problems and overcome challenges using available resources

ingenio, recursividad

ingenio, recursividad

Ex: The entrepreneur's success was largely due to her resourcefulness and innovative thinking.
personality
[Sustantivo]

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

personalidad

personalidad

Ex: People have personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
lean
[Adjetivo]

(of a person or animal) thin and fit in a way that looks healthy, often with well-defined muscles and minimal body fat

delgado, enjuto, flaco

delgado, enjuto, flaco

Ex: The boxer trained hard to achieve lean and powerful body for the upcoming match .
elegant
[Adjetivo]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

elegante

elegante

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple elegant, with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .
lank
[Adjetivo]

(of hair) long, thin and straight

lacio

lacio

shabby
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

raído

raído

Ex: The traveler , dressed shabby attire , carried only a small bag .
bruised
[Adjetivo]

(of body parts) having a discolored mark due to broken blood vessels, typically caused by an injury or pressure

magullado, moreteado

magullado, moreteado

Ex: The boxer's face was bruised and swollen after the intense match.
slovenly
[Adjetivo]

lacking of cleanliness and neatness, often implying a disregard for personal hygiene or grooming

desaliñado

desaliñado

countenance
[Sustantivo]

someone's face or facial expression

semblante, rostro

semblante, rostro

Ex: countenance betrayed her nervousness as she waited for the interview to begin .
stature
[Sustantivo]

the height of a person or animal when standing upright

talla

talla

Ex: He had a stature, which made him stand out in the crowd .
grimace
[Sustantivo]

a twisted facial expression indicating pain, disgust or disapproval

mueca

mueca

Ex: Upon seeing the offensive graffiti , a look grimace crossed his face .
slimness
[Sustantivo]

the state of being slender or thin in a way that is considered attractive or healthy

esbeltez, delgadez

esbeltez, delgadez

Ex: The dress accentuated her slimness and elegant figure .
posture
[Sustantivo]

the state or condition of a person's physical alignment, balance, and coordination

postura, posición

postura, posición

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