English Adjectives for "Physical Human Traits"

able

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possessing a body that is healthy and strong

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Mary's able body enabled her to carry out physically demanding tasks with ease.

Jack's able physique allowed him to excel in sports and outdoor activities.

mortal

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capable of dying

immortal

tough

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having physical strength and resilience

tender

pregnant

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(of a woman or a female animal) carrying a baby inside one's body

nonpregnant

superhuman

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having abilities or qualities that go beyond what is considered normal or humanly possible

subhuman

sturdy

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(of a person) physically strong and healthy

muscular

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(of a person) powerful with large well-developed muscles

headless

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lacking a head

headed

voracious

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eating or craving food in large amounts and with great enthusiasm

sweaty

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covered in a salty, colorless liquid that the body produces in reaction to extreme heat, fear, fever, or physical exertion

beefy

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with a strong body and well-built muscles

energetic

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active and full of energy

lethargic

athletic

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energetic and physically capable, typically engaging in sports or other vigorous activities

alcoholic

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excessively consuming alcohol and struggling to control or stop this habit

hydrated

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(of a person) having enough water or moisture in the body to stay properly nourished and healthy

anhydrous

left-handed

Adjective

/ˌɫɛftˈhændɪd/

primarily using one's left hand for tasks

ambidextrous

right-handed

Adjective

/ɹaɪtˈhændɪd/

primarily using one's right hand for tasks

left-handed

one-handed

Adjective

/wˈʌnhˈændᵻd/

using or possessing only one hand for tasks, activities, or actions

scarred

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marked with healed wounds or injuries

limber

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having a body that is flexible and can move and bend easily

bloated

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swollen or enlarged, often due to excess fluid or overeating

toned

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having well-defined muscles and firmness, often as a result of exercise or physical activity

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