C1 Level Wordlist - Appearance

Here you will learn some English words about appearance, such as "delicate", "hideous", "slender", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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beauty salon [noun]

a place where a person can have their make-up done or receive hair, face, etc. treatments to look more attractive

Ex: The beauty salon offered a wide range of services , from haircuts and coloring to manicures , pedicures , and spa treatments .

alike [adjective]

(of two or more things or people) having qualities, characteristics, appearances, etc. that are very similar but not identical

Ex: The two models had strikingly alike bone structures , making them ideal candidates for twin-themed photo shoots .

awkward [adjective]

moving uncomfortably in a way that lacks grace and confidence

Ex: The dance routine they had practiced for weeks fell apart in an awkward mess during the performance .

delicate [adjective]

small and attractive in shape, structure, or appearance

Ex: Despite her delicate appearance , she possessed inner strength and resilience that helped her overcome life 's challenges .

graceful [adjective]

moving or behaving in an elegant, pleasing, and attractive way

Ex: With a graceful bow , the actor thanked the audience for their applause at the end of the play .

elegant [adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

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

mature [adjective]

fully-grown and physically developed

Ex: Her mature figure was accentuated by the elegant dress she wore , highlighting her curves and sophistication .

hideous [adjective]

ugly and extremely unpleasant to the sight

Ex: The sculpture was meant to be abstract , but many found its distorted form to be downright hideous .

scruffy [adjective]

(of a man's face) not having been shaved for a long time

Ex: His scruffy appearance gave him a rough-around-the-edges charm that many found endearing .

shabby [adjective]

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

Ex: After a long night of partying , she looked shabby and disheveled as she stumbled out of the club .

suntanned [adjective]

(of a person's skin) having a dark color after being exposed to the sun

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upright [adjective]

(of a person) standing or sitting with a straight back

Ex: An upright sitting position reduces back pain .

slender [adjective]

(of a person or body part) attractively thin

Ex: His fingers were slender and nimble , perfect for playing the piano .

buff [adjective]

(of a person) physically attractive with large muscles

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muscular [adjective]

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

Ex: Despite his slender frame , he possessed surprisingly muscular arms from years of rock climbing .

big-boned [adjective]

(of a person) large but not fat

Ex: She struggled to find clothes that fit her big-boned frame , often having to shop in the men 's department for larger sizes .

stout [adjective]

(of a person) slightly fat and heavy

Ex: The stout man struggled to squeeze through the narrow doorway , his large belly grazing the frame .

grotesque [adjective]

very ugly in a strange or funny way

Ex: The mask he wore at the masquerade ball was grotesque , with exaggerated features and sinister eyes .

homely [adjective]

(of a person) not very attractive

Ex: She was not the most homely woman in the world , but she was certainly not beautiful .

presentable [adjective]

(of a person's appearance) clean and attractive

Ex: The students were reminded to maintain a presentable appearance during the school field trip .

appealing [adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

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alluring [adjective]

mysteriously attractive or exciting

Ex: The actress had an alluring presence on stage , commanding the audience 's attention with every word .

magnificent [adjective]

extremely impressive and attractive

Ex: Her magnificent smile lit up the room , bringing joy to all those around her .

charming [adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: The actress had a charming presence on screen , with a magnetic charisma that drew audiences in .

striking [adjective]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

Ex: His striking blue hair and elaborate tattoos made him a memorable figure in the local art scene .

superb [adjective]

extremely good

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terrific [adjective]

extremely great and amazing

Ex: Her terrific physique was the result of disciplined workouts and a healthy lifestyle .

youthful [adjective]

having the characteristics that are typical of young people

Ex: The actress maintained a youthful glow , with bright eyes and a lively demeanor .

wrinkly [adjective]

having many wrinkles

Ex: The elderly gentleman had a wrinkly complexion , but his eyes sparkled with wisdom and kindness .

petite [adjective]

(of a woman) small in an attractive way

Ex: His petite girlfriend stood on tiptoe to kiss him goodbye , her small frame fitting perfectly into his arms .

shapely [adjective]

(of a woman's body) having curves in an attractive way

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plump [adjective]

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

Ex: The actress gained weight for the role , appearing plump and round-faced to portray the character accurately .

curvy [adjective]

(of a woman's body) attractive because of having curves

Ex: The actress embraced her curvy physique , refusing to conform to unrealistic beauty standards .

gross [adjective]

fat in an unattractive way

Ex: Her gross thighs rubbed together audibly as she walked , drawing attention to her obesity .

godlike [adjective]

owning extraordinary qualities in a way that resembles those of God or a god

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C1 Level Wordlist
Animals	Appearance	Digital Communication	Movies
Foods and Ingredients	Advice and Suggestion	The Human Anatomy	Buildings and Construction
Human Attributes	Time	Fundamental Verbs	Shapes and Colors
Computer Science	Bonds and Relationships	Fashion and Attire	Writing and Narrative
Language Components	News and Network	Weather Conditions	Shopping
Education	Integral Verbs	Business and Management	Achievement and Progress
Agreement and Disagreement	Personal Traits	Music	Law and Order
The Environment	Sickness	Struggles and Setbacks	Politics
Essential Verbs	Feelings	Science	Transportation
Stationery and Office Supplies	Working Life	Dialogue and Discourse	Hobbies and Activities
Identity and Society	Religion	Dishes and Dinning	Vital Verbs
Adjectives	Permission or Obligation	Job Titles	Scholarly Research
Geography	Cooking	Military	Persuasion and Discourse
Plants and Vegetation	Art	Crucial Verbs	Trust and Uncertainty
Health	Decisions and Accountability	Risks	Money and Finance
Changes and Impacts	Astronomy	Law and Criminality	Mathematics
Adverbs	Travel	History and Artifacts