Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Character Traits

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calm

[Adjective]

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Ex: Even when criticized , he responded in a calm and collected manner .

creative

[Adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: My friend is very creative, she designed and sewed her own dress for the party .

flexible

[Adjective]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

Ex: His flexible attitude made it easy for friends to rely on him in tough times .

intelligent

[Adjective]

good at learning things, understanding ideas, and thinking clearly

Ex: This is an intelligent device that learns from your usage patterns .

organized

[Adjective]

(of a person) managing one's life, work, and activities in an efficient way

Ex: He is so organized that he even plans his meals for the week .

patient

[Adjective]

able to remain calm, especially in challenging or difficult situations, without becoming annoyed or anxious

Ex: He showed patience in learning a new language, practicing regularly until he became fluent.

reliable

[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: The reliable product has a reputation for durability and performance .

rude

[Adjective]

(of a person) having no respect for other people

Ex: She 's rude and never says please or thank you .

cruel

[Adjective]

having a desire to physically or mentally harm someone

Ex: The cruel treatment of animals at the factory farm outraged animal rights activists .

stupid

[Adjective]

(of a person) not having common sense or the ability to understand or learn as fast as others

Ex: She thinks I 'm stupid, but I just need more time to learn .

generous

[Adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: They thanked her for the generous offer to pay for the repairs .

kind-hearted

[Adjective]

having a compassionate and caring nature, showing kindness and generosity toward others

Ex: His kind-hearted gesture of paying for a stranger 's meal left a lasting impression .

open-minded

[Adjective]

ready to accept or listen to different views and opinions

Ex: The manager fostered an open-minded work environment where employees felt comfortable sharing innovative ideas .

mean

[Adjective]

not willing to spend money or use something; cheap or stingy

Ex: Her mean attitude towards sharing resources was well-known among her colleagues .

easygoing

[Adjective]

calm and not easily worried or upset

Ex: Their easygoing approach to life helped them navigate through difficulties without much stress .

strict

[Adjective]

(of a person) inflexible and demanding that rules are followed precisely

Ex: Despite her strict demeanor , she was fair and consistent in her enforcement of rules .

hardworking

[Adjective]

(of a person) putting in a lot of effort and dedication to achieve goals or complete tasks

Ex: Their hardworking team completed the project ahead of schedule, thanks to their dedication.

unfriendly

[Adjective]

not disposed to friendship or friendliness

rude

[Adjective]

relating to sex or the toilet in a way that is humorous but considered slightly inappropriate

Ex: He blushed after telling a rude story about his embarrassing moment at the toilet .

honest

[Adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: Even in difficult situations , she remained honest and transparent , refusing to compromise her principles .

dishonest

[Adjective]

not truthful or trustworthy, often engaging in immoral behavior

Ex: She felt betrayed by her friend 's dishonest behavior , which included spreading rumors behind her back .

impatient

[Adjective]

unable to wait calmly for something or someone, often feeling irritated or frustrated

Ex: He ’s always impatient when it comes to slow internet connections .

pleasant

[Adjective]

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Ex: The sound of birds singing in the morning is a pleasant way to start the day .

unpleasant

[Adjective]

not liked or enjoyed

Ex: The weather was cold and unpleasant all weekend .

unreliable

[Adjective]

not able to be depended on or trusted to perform consistently or fulfill obligations

Ex: He 's an unreliable friend ; you ca n't count on him to keep his promises or be there when you need him .

impolite

[Adjective]

having bad manners or behavior

Ex: The teenager was impolite and did not listen to his parents .

unfair

[Adjective]

lacking fairness or justice in treatment or judgment

Ex: She felt it was unfair that her hard work was n't recognized while others received promotions easily .

unsociable

[Adjective]

not enjoying or seeking the company of others, preferring to be alone instead

Ex: His unsociable behavior worried his family .

helpful

[Adjective]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

Ex: A helpful tip can save time and effort during a project .

helpless

[Adjective]

lacking strength or power, often feeling unable to act or influence a situation

Ex: He was rendered helpless by the illness , unable to perform even simple tasks .

bossy

[Adjective]

constantly telling others what they should do

Ex: Being bossy can strain relationships , so it 's important to communicate suggestions without being overbearing .

charming

[Adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: Her charming mannerisms made her stand out at the party .

gentle

[Adjective]

showing kindness and empathy toward others

Ex: The gentle nature of the horse made it easy to ride .

personal

[Adjective]

particular to a given individual

Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)

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