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Adjectives of Attributes of Things - Adjectives of Shapes

Adjectives of shape provide information about the external appearance or structure of something, conveying its overall shape, silhouette, or configuration.

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Categorized English Adjectives Describing Attributes of Things
straight
[Adjective]

continuing in a direct line without deviation or curvature

Ex: A straight tunnel ran beneath the mountain .
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loose
[Adjective]

(of clothes) not tight or fitting closely, often allowing freedom of movement

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .
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tight
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(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .
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steep
[Adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: He hesitated to ski down the steep slope , knowing it would be a thrilling but risky adventure .
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inclined
[Adjective]

positioned at an angle

Ex: The skier prepared to descend the steep , inclined slope of the mountain .
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hollow
[Adjective]

having an empty space within

Ex: The old well had a hollow shaft leading deep into the ground .
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horny
[Adjective]

having hard, pointed, and often curved protrusions, like horns or antlers

Ex: The beetle's horny exoskeleton provides protection from external threats.
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level
[Adjective]

having a surface that is flat and horizontal

Ex: The foundation of the house was poured level, ensuring stability for the structure.
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curved
[Adjective]

having a shape that is rounded or bent rather than straight

Ex: The cat stretched out in a curved position , resembling the letter " C " .
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spiral
[Adjective]

having a shape that winds around a central point or axis

Ex: The corkscrew had a spiral screw that easily penetrated the cork .
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hooked
[Adjective]

curved downwards or sharply bent

Ex: The sickle had a hooked blade , making it efficient for cutting crops .
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boxy
[Adjective]

having a shape characterized by straight lines and sharp corners, resembling a box

Ex: The sofa had a boxy frame , providing ample seating space with straight edges .
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stringy
[Adjective]

(of hair) consisting of long and thin strands

Ex: His beard grew in patchy and stringy, lacking the fullness of a thick beard .
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frizzy
[Adjective]

(of hair) having a lot of small tight curls that are neither smooth nor shiny

Ex: The woman 's frizzy hair was difficult to manage , requiring frequent detangling .
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curly
[Adjective]

(of hair) having a spiral-like pattern

Ex: The baby 's curly hair was adorable and attracted lots of attention .
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layered
[Adjective]

(of hair) cut in different lengths to create volume and movement

Ex: After getting her hair layered, it felt lighter and more versatile.
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sharp
[Adjective]

having a point or edge that can pierce or cut something

Ex: The thorns on the rose bush were sharp, causing a painful prick if touched .
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blunt
[Adjective]

lacking a sharp or pointed edge

Ex: The chisel had a blunt edge , requiring resharpening to carve smoothly .
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pointed
[Adjective]

having an end or tip that is sharp

Ex: The arrowhead was pointed, designed for accuracy and penetration.
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parabolic
[Adjective]

resembling a curve that is U-shaped or bowl-shaped

Ex: The amusement park ride featured a parabolic motion , providing an exhilarating experience as riders swung back and forth in a U-shaped trajectory .
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edged
[Adjective]

having a sharp or well-defined cutting edge

Ex: The edged tool was essential for carving intricate designs into wood .
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pointy
[Adjective]

having a sharp or tapered tip

Ex: The needle had a pointy end , ideal for sewing fabric .
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pleated
[Adjective]

(of a fabric or garment) folded or gathered in a series of small, parallel folds

Ex: The tablecloth had pleated corners , providing a tailored appearance to the table setting .
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sided
[Adjective]

having a specific number or type of sides

Ex: The square is a four-sided shape with equal-length sides and right angles.
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Adjectives of Attributes of Things
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