odor
[noun]
a distinctive and often unpleasant smell or scent that is produced by a substance or object
ACT English and World Knowledge - Physical Features
Here you will learn some English words related to physical features, such as "flammable", "grimy", "synthetic", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.
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aroma
[noun]
a pleasant and noticeable smell that adds to the experience of something
Ex:
The
floral
aroma
of
the
perfume
lingered
in
the
air
.
tang
[noun]
a sharp and distinctive taste, typically associated with acidity or a lively and refreshing quality
Ex:
The
fermented
kimchi
added
a
spicy
tang
to
the
Korean
dish
,
enhancing
its
complexity
.
capacity
[noun]
the volume or amount that can be contained in a space or container
Ex:
The
tank
reached
full
capacity
during
the
rainstorm
.
buoyancy
[noun]
the tendency of an object to float or rise in a fluid, like water or air, due to the upward force exerted by the fluid
Ex:
Ships
are
designed
with
buoyancy
to
stay
afloat
in
the
ocean
.
velocity
[noun]
the speed at which something moves in a specific direction
Ex:
In
physics
,
velocity
is
a
vector
quantity
that
includes
both
speed
and
direction
.
durability
[noun]
the ability of an object or material to withstand wear, pressure, or damage over time, without significant deterioration
Ex:
The
durability
of
the
hiking boots
made
them
ideal
for
rugged
terrain
.
splendor
[noun]
the impressive beauty or magnificence of something, often characterized by richness, brilliance, or grandeur
Ex:
The
bride
wore
a
gown
that
radiated
splendor
,
adorned
with
pearls
and
intricate
lace
.
glitz
[noun]
the flashy or extravagant appearance or effect of something, often associated with glamour, sparkle, or showiness
Ex:
Hollywood
celebrities
walked
the
red carpet
amidst
a
backdrop
of
glitz
and
paparazzi
.
glamour
[noun]
the exciting and attractive quality of a person, place, etc. that makes them desirable
Ex:
She
transformed
her
living room
into
a
scene
of
glamour
with
crystal
chandeliers
and
luxurious
fabrics
.
combustion
[noun]
the process of burning, characterized by the chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen that produces heat and light
Ex:
Combustion
engines
convert
fuel
into
mechanical energy
for
various
applications
.
ignition
[noun]
the process or act of setting something on fire or starting a combustion reaction, especially in an engine or device
Ex:
The
ignition
of
the
rocket
's
engines
propelled
it
into
space
.
inert
[adjective]
not moving or active
Ex:
The
inert
state
of
the
volcano
led
scientists
to
believe
it
was
dormant
and
unlikely
to
erupt
.
artificial
[adjective]
made by humans rather than occurring naturally in nature
Ex:
The
plastic
flowers
in
the
vase
looked
remarkably
real
despite
being
artificial
.
synthetic
[adjective]
produced artificially, typically based on its natural version
Ex:
Synthetic
diamonds
are
manufactured
in
laboratories
using
high-pressure
,
high
-
temperature
processes
.
mechanical
[adjective]
(of an object) powered by machinery or an engine
Ex:
The
mechanical
door
lock
uses
a
key
to
engage
tumblers
and
secure
the
door
.
tangible
[adjective]
capable of being felt or touched
Ex:
The
tangible
evidence
presented
in
court
supported
the
prosecution
's
case
.
fragrant
[adjective]
having a pleasant or sweet-smelling aroma
Ex:
The
citrus-scented
cleaning
product
made
the
kitchen
fragrant
,
leaving
a
clean
and
refreshing
smell
.
pristine
[adjective]
perfectly clean or spotless, devoid of any dirt, marks, or impurities
Ex:
With
every
surface
wiped down
meticulously
,
the
bathroom
sparkled
with
pristine
hygiene
.
grimy
[adjective]
covered with a thick layer of dirt
Ex:
The
windows
were
so
grimy
that
it
was
difficult
to
see through
them
.
spatial
[adjective]
relating to space or the physical dimensions of an area or object
Ex:
Spatial
awareness
is
crucial
for
pilots
navigating
through
three-dimensional
airspace
.
topological
[adjective]
related to the arrangement and connections of spaces or objects that remain unchanged under continuous transformations like stretching or bending
Ex:
Topological
studies
in
biology
reveal
insights
into
genetic
networks
and
interactions
.
immaculate
[adjective]
free from any stain or dirt
Ex:
The
hotel room
was
immaculate
,
with
fresh
linens
and
no
sign
of
previous
occupants
.
airtight
[adjective]
sealed or closed completely to prevent air or gas from entering or escaping
Ex:
ballistic
[adjective]
related to the flight or motion of objects that are propelled or shot, especially bullets, missiles, or projectiles
Ex:
Forensic
experts
analyzed
the
ballistic
evidence
to
reconstruct
the
shooting
incident
.
gruffly
[adverb]
in a rough, harsh, or abrupt manner, often indicating blunt or unfriendly speech or behavior
Ex:
"
Leave
me
alone
,
"
he
said
gruffly
,
waving
away
his
friend
's
concern
.
flammable
[adjective]
easily and quickly burned
Ex:
Certain
fabrics
,
such as
polyester
,
are
flammable
and
can
catch
fire
easily
if
exposed
to
a
flame
.
caustic
[adjective]
the ability to chemically corrode or eat away materials, typically referring to strong acids
Ex:
Extreme
caution
must
be
exercised
when
handling
caustic
materials
to
avoid
accidents
and
injury
.
unruffled
[adjective]
related to water that is calm, smooth, and undisturbed, often with a surface that reflects light evenly
Ex:
The
river
flowed
gently
,
its
unruffled
waters
reflecting
the
colors
of
the
sunset
.
viscous
[adjective]
thick and sticky, resembling the consistency of glue
Ex:
Mechanics
recommend
using
less
viscous
oils
in
colder
temperatures
to
maintain
engine
performance
.
rickety
[adjective]
shaky, unstable, or likely to collapse due to being old or poorly constructed
Ex:
untainted
[adjective]
free from any form of corruption, pollution, or impurity and external influences
savory
[adjective]
pleasing or agreeable to the sense of taste
Ex:
The
savory
stew
,
rich
with
vegetables
and
tender
beef
,
was
the
perfect
comfort food
for
a
cold
evening
.
old-fashioned
[adjective]
no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history
Ex:
Her
grandmother
's
old-fashioned
dress
,
with
its
high
collar
and
lace
trim
,
reflected
a
bygone
era
of
fashion
.
outdated
[adjective]
no longer matching the current trends or standards because of being too old
Ex:
Teachers
are
encouraged
to
avoid
outdated
teaching methods
that
do
n’t
engage
modern
students
.
obsolete
[adjective]
outdated and gone out of style, often replaced by more current trends or advancements
Ex:
Some
traditional
farming
methods
are
considered
obsolete
with
the
advent
of
modern
technology
.
to reek
[verb]
to emit a strong and offensive odor
Ex:
After
a
week
of
hot weather
,
the
garbage
in
the
bin
started
to
reek
.
to overshadow
[verb]
to cast a shadow over something, partially or fully blocking light
Ex:
The
tall
building
overshadowed
the
street
below
.