Positive words that start with A

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  • A-OK

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Completely satisfactory, healthy, or in good working order.

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    The mechanic checked the brakes and declared them A-OK.

  • Abiding

    adj. · resilient, kind

    Lasting for a long time with steady strength.

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    Their abiding friendship survived distance and changing careers.

  • Able

    adj. · capable

    Having the skill or resources needed to do something.

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    Nia is able to explain the idea in a way the whole class understands.

  • Abloom

    adj. · hopeful, joyfulless common

    Covered with flowers or full of fresh growth.

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    By late April, the hillside was abloom with wildflowers.

  • Above-average

    adj. · capable

    Better or more capable than the usual standard.

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    Her above-average recall made the detailed training much easier.

  • Aboveboard

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Open, honest, and free from hidden deception.

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    The treasurer kept every payment transparent and aboveboard.

  • Absorbing

    adj. · thoughtful, joyful

    So interesting that it holds attention completely.

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    The absorbing biography kept Lena reading past midnight.

  • Abstemious

    adj. · thoughtful, resilientless common

    Moderate and restrained in eating, drinking, or consumption.

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    His abstemious habits kept the expedition's supplies available longer.

  • Abundant

    adj. · hopeful, joyful

    Present in a large and welcome amount.

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    The orchard provided abundant fruit for the community kitchen.

  • Acceptable

    adj. · capable, calm

    Good enough to meet a fair standard or need.

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    The repaired chair is now safe and acceptable for daily use.

  • Accessible

    adj. · kind, capable

    Easy to reach, use, understand, or approach.

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    The accessible guide explains each legal term in plain language.

  • Acclaimed

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Publicly praised and admired for excellence.

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    The acclaimed surgeon returned to teach at the local hospital.

  • Accommodating

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Willing to adjust in order to help others.

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    The accommodating host moved dinner so every guest could attend.

  • Accomplished

    adj. · capable

    Highly skilled and successful in a particular activity.

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    The accomplished violinist gladly coached the youth orchestra.

  • Accordant

    adj. · calm, thoughtfulless common

    In agreement or harmonious with something else.

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    The revised policy is accordant with the cooperative's values.

  • Accountable

    adj. · thoughtful, resilient

    Willing to answer honestly for choices and results.

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    An accountable leader reports mistakes as clearly as successes.

  • Accurate

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Correct, exact, and free from avoidable error.

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    Accurate measurements helped the carpenter fit the new door.

  • Ace

    adj. · capable, energetic

    Exceptionally skillful, successful, or high in quality.

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    An ace technician restored the old projector before the screening.

  • Achievable

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Possible to complete with the available effort and resources.

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    Breaking the project into steps made the goal achievable.

  • Acrobatic

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Showing impressive agility, balance, and physical skill.

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    The acrobatic dancer landed each difficult turn with control.

  • Action-oriented

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Ready to turn useful ideas into practical steps.

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    The action-oriented committee began repairs the following morning.

  • Action-packed

    adj. · energetic, joyful

    Filled with exciting events, movement, or activity.

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    The action-packed field day kept every team happily engaged.

  • Actionable

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Practical and specific enough to be acted upon.

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    The survey produced actionable suggestions for improving the library.

  • Active

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Engaged in action, movement, or useful participation.

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    Marta remains active in the neighborhood garden each weekend.

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  • Adaptable

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Able to adjust well when conditions or needs change.

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    An adaptable teacher can change the activity without losing the lesson.

  • Adaptive

    adj. · resilient, capable

    Able to adjust constructively as needs or conditions change.

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    The adaptive schedule gave families several ways to participate.

  • Adept

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Highly skilled at handling a task or situation.

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    The adept mediator helped both neighbors find common ground.

  • Admirable

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Worthy of respect or warm approval.

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    Her decision to return the lost wallet was admirable.

  • Adorable

    adj. · joyful, kind

    Easy to love because of a charming or endearing quality.

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    The puppy's oversized paws made him especially adorable.

  • Adored

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Deeply loved and valued by others.

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    The adored coach made every beginner feel welcome.

  • Adroit

    adj. · capable, thoughtfulless common

    Skillful and clever in action or thought.

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    Her adroit repair saved the delicate frame from further damage.

  • Advantageous

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Likely to bring a useful or favorable result.

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    Sharing equipment was advantageous for both small farms.

  • Adventuresome

    adj. · energetic, hopeful

    Willing to try unfamiliar and exciting experiences.

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    An adventuresome cook, Mei experiments with seasonal ingredients.

  • Adventurous

    adj. · energetic, hopeful

    Eager to explore new experiences or ideas.

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    The adventurous students chose the unfamiliar forest route.

  • Aerobic

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Strengthening fitness through sustained heart and lung activity.

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    The aerobic dance class left everyone energized and smiling.

  • Aesthetic

    adj. · joyful, thoughtful

    Pleasing through beauty, balance, or thoughtful design.

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    The architect found an aesthetic solution to the drainage problem.

  • Affable

    adj. · kind, joyfulless common

    Friendly, relaxed, and easy to talk with.

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    The affable guide welcomed questions throughout the tour.

  • Affectionate

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Showing warmth, fondness, and loving care.

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    Their affectionate grandmother greeted each child with a hug.

  • Affirmative

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Expressing agreement, support, or a positive answer.

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    The committee gave an affirmative response to the library plan.

  • Affordable

    adj. · hopeful, kind

    Reasonably priced and within someone's available means.

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    The cooperative opened an affordable market for fresh produce.

  • Ageless

    adj. · joyful, thoughtful

    Remaining appealing or meaningful across generations.

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    The folktale carries an ageless message about generosity.

  • Agile

    adj. · capable, energetic

    Able to move or think quickly and effectively.

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    The agile team adjusted the schedule when the shipment arrived early.

  • Aglow

    adj. · joyful, energeticless common

    Shining with light, warmth, health, or happiness.

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    The children's faces were aglow after the lantern parade.

  • Agreeable

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Pleasant, cooperative, or acceptable to those involved.

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    A shaded bench made the afternoon wait more agreeable.

  • Airworthy

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Safe and properly fit for flight.

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    The restored glider passed inspection and was declared airworthy.

  • Airy

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Bright, open, spacious, and pleasantly light.

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    Tall windows make the new studio feel airy and calm.

  • Alert

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Watchful, aware, and ready to respond.

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    The alert lifeguard noticed the swimmer's difficulty immediately.

  • Alive

    adj. · energetic, joyful

    Living, active, or full of energy and interest.

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    The square felt alive with music, conversation, and dancing.

  • All-around

    adj. · capable, energetic

    Versatile and capable in many different areas.

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    The all-around athlete also coached younger swimmers after practice.

  • All-inclusive

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Including everyone or everything needed without exclusion.

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    The all-inclusive workshop welcomed beginners and experienced makers alike.

  • All-purpose

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Useful for many different tasks or situations.

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    They packed an all-purpose tool for the trail repairs.

  • All-star

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Made up of or recognized among outstanding performers.

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    An all-star group of tutors volunteered for the summer program.

  • All-weather

    adj. · resilient, capable

    Reliable and effective across varied weather conditions.

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    The all-weather shelter keeps cyclists dry throughout the year.

  • Alluring

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Powerfully attractive, interesting, or inviting.

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    The garden offered an alluring mix of scent and color.

  • Altruistic

    adj. · kind, thoughtfulless common

    Concerned with helping others without seeking a personal reward.

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    Their altruistic choice gave another family a safe place to stay.

  • Amazed

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Filled with great surprise and wonder.

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    The children were amazed when the rescued owl took flight.

  • Amazing

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Causing great surprise, wonder, or admiration.

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    The volunteers made amazing progress in a single morning.

  • Ambidextrous

    adj. · capable, energetic

    Able to use both hands with equal skill.

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    The ambidextrous potter shaped matching handles from either side.

  • Ambitious

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Eager and determined to achieve something worthwhile.

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    The ambitious apprentice plans to master every stage of the craft.

  • Ambrosial

    adj. · joyful, calmless common

    Exceptionally delicious, fragrant, or pleasing to the senses.

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    The bakery filled the lane with an ambrosial cinnamon scent.

  • Amenable

    adj. · thoughtful, kindless common

    Open and willing to consider a suggestion or request.

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    The landlord was amenable to adding secure bicycle storage.

  • Amiable

    adj. · kind, joyfulless common

    Friendly, pleasant, and good-natured.

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    Our amiable neighbor checks on new residents after they move in.

  • Amicable

    adj. · calm, kindless common

    Friendly and peaceful despite a possible disagreement.

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    The two clubs reached an amicable agreement about the field.

  • Amorous

    adj. · kind, joyfulless common

    Showing or inspired by warm romantic affection.

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    The novel follows an amorous friendship that deepens over time.

  • Ample

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    More than enough for a particular need or purpose.

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    The new reading room has ample light and comfortable seating.

  • Amused

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Pleasantly entertained or made to smile.

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    Leah looked amused by the kitten's determined climb.

  • Amusing

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Enjoyable because it is funny or entertaining.

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    His amusing story made the delayed passengers laugh together.

  • Angelic

    adj. · kind, calm

    Exceptionally kind, gentle, peaceful, or beautiful.

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    Her angelic voice brought the restless audience to silence.

  • Animated

    adj. · energetic, joyful

    Full of lively interest, movement, or excitement.

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    The students had an animated discussion about the experiment.

  • Anthemic

    adj. · energetic, joyfulless common

    Rousing, memorable, and suited to enthusiastic group singing.

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    The band's anthemic chorus had the whole crowd singing.

  • Antifragile

    adj. · resilient, capableless common

    Able to become stronger through stress or disruption.

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    Their antifragile system learns from each small equipment failure.

  • Anxiety-free

    adj. · calm, hopeful

    Free from worry, unease, or nervous tension.

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    Clear directions made the first clinic visit anxiety-free.

  • Appetizing

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Appealing in smell, appearance, or anticipated taste.

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    An appetizing bowl of roasted vegetables arrived at the table.

  • Apposite

    adj. · thoughtful, capableless common

    Especially appropriate and relevant to the situation.

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    Her apposite example made the abstract principle immediately clear.

  • Appreciative

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Feeling or showing recognition of value, effort, or kindness.

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    The audience was appreciative of the careful work behind the performance.

  • Approachable

    adj. · kind, calm

    Friendly and easy to speak with or ask for help.

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    The approachable instructor welcomed questions after every lesson.

  • Appropriate

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Well suited to a particular purpose or situation.

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    A quiet conversation was the appropriate response to the concern.

  • Apt

    adj. · capable

    Naturally quick to learn or especially suitable.

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    The apt student soon began helping classmates with the new tool.

  • Arcadian

    adj. · calm, joyfulless common

    Peacefully rural, simple, and naturally beautiful.

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    They spent an Arcadian afternoon beside the quiet orchard.

  • Ardent

    adj. · energetic, resilientless common

    Showing strong enthusiasm or devotion.

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    An ardent conservationist, Noor volunteers at every river cleanup.

  • Ariose

    adj. · joyful, calmless common

    Melodious and flowing in the manner of a song.

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    The flutist gave the slow passage an ariose warmth.

  • Aromatic

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Having a pleasantly strong and distinctive smell.

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    Aromatic herbs brightened the simple tomato soup.

  • Articulate

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Able to express ideas clearly and effectively.

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    The articulate speaker made the technical proposal easy to follow.

  • Artistic

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Showing creative skill or a strong sense of beauty.

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    The artistic baker shaped each loaf with care and imagination.

  • Ascendant

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Growing in strength, success, or influence.

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    The ascendant team paired bold ideas with careful testing.

  • Aspiring

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Working with hope and effort toward a future achievement.

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    The aspiring chef practices a new technique every weekend.

  • Assertive

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Expressing needs or views clearly and respectfully.

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    The assertive patient asked for a full explanation before deciding.

  • Assiduous

    adj. · capable, thoughtfulless common

    Showing persistent effort, close attention, and care.

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    The assiduous researcher checked every figure against the archive.

  • Assuasive

    adj. · calm, kindless common

    Soothing and able to reduce worry or distress.

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    Her assuasive explanation steadied the nervous young performers.

  • Assured

    adj. · capable, calm

    Confident, composed, and certain in manner.

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    Her assured explanation calmed the worried passengers.

  • Astonishing

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Causing great and welcome surprise.

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    The tiny telescope revealed an astonishing view of Saturn.

  • Astounding

    adj. · joyful, capable

    So impressive that it causes great surprise.

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    The youth orchestra made astounding progress during the summer.

  • Astute

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Quick to notice important details and judge them well.

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    An astute question exposed the hidden cost in the proposal.

  • Athletic

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Strong, fit, and skilled in physical activity.

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    The athletic guide crossed the rocky ground with ease.

  • Attainable

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Possible to reach through realistic effort and resources.

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    Daily practice made the demanding standard feel attainable.

  • Attentive

    adj. · thoughtful, kind

    Listening, watching, or caring with steady concentration.

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    The attentive nurse noticed a small change and asked a useful question.

  • Attractive

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Pleasing or appealing in appearance, character, or value.

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    The courtyard is an attractive place to read during lunch.

  • Audacious

    adj. · energetic, capableless common

    Boldly willing to attempt something difficult or original.

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    Her audacious plan turned an empty lot into a public orchard.

  • Aureate

    adj. · joyful, calmless common

    Golden, radiant, or richly beautiful in expression.

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    Aureate light spread across the fields before sunset.

  • Auroral

    adj. · hopeful, joyfulless common

    Resembling dawn in freshness, color, or radiance.

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    Auroral colors brightened the clouds above the lake.

  • Auspicious

    adj. · hopeful, joyfulless common

    Suggesting that a good result is likely.

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    Clear skies made an auspicious start to the outdoor festival.

  • Authentic

    adj. · thoughtful, resilient

    Genuine, honest, and true to one's character or origin.

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    His authentic account included both the success and the struggle.

  • Autonomous

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Able to make informed decisions and act independently.

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    The autonomous team can resolve routine issues without delay.

  • Available

    adj. · kind, capable

    Ready and able to be used, reached, or approached.

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    A trained counselor is available throughout the evening.

  • Avant-garde

    adj. · energetic, capableless common

    Innovative and experimental in art, culture, or ideas.

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    The gallery showcased an avant-garde approach to recycled materials.

  • Avid

    adj. · energetic, joyful

    Showing eager interest and enthusiasm.

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    An avid reader, Tomas visits the library twice a week.

  • Avuncular

    adj. · kind, calmless common

    Kindly, friendly, and reassuring in an uncle-like way.

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    The avuncular coach encouraged beginners without lowering expectations.

  • Awake

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Alert, aware, and ready to respond.

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    Mira felt fully awake after the brisk morning walk.

  • Award-winning

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Recognized with an award for exceptional quality or achievement.

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    The award-winning documentary brought local history to life.

  • Award-worthy

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Deserving recognition for exceptional quality or achievement.

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    Her award-worthy restoration preserved every delicate painted detail.

  • Aware

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Having knowledge or understanding of a situation.

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    An aware driver watches for cyclists before opening the door.

  • Awe-inspiring

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    So impressive or beautiful that it creates wonder.

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    The canyon offered an awe-inspiring view at sunrise.

  • Awesome

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Extremely impressive, enjoyable, or worthy of admiration.

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    The students built an awesome model of the solar system.

  • Awestruck

    adj. · joyful, thoughtful

    Filled with profound wonder and admiration.

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    The children stood awestruck beneath the enormous observatory dome.

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  • Absolution

    n. · calm, hopefulless common

    Release from guilt, blame, or a lingering burden.

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    His sincere apology brought a welcome sense of absolution.

  • Abundance

    n. · hopeful, joyful

    A plentiful amount of something valuable or welcome.

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    The garden produced an abundance of tomatoes for the neighborhood table.

  • Acceptance

    n. · kind, calm

    Willing recognition of a person, fact, or situation.

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    Her acceptance gave the new student room to be himself.

  • Accessibility

    n. · kind, capable

    The quality of being easy to reach, use, or understand.

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    Clear captions improved the accessibility of every training video.

  • Acclaim

    n. · joyful, capable

    Enthusiastic public praise and approval.

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    The young novelist earned acclaim for her thoughtful first book.

  • Acclamation

    n. · joyful, energeticless common

    Loud and enthusiastic approval or public praise.

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    The retiring conductor received warm acclamation from the orchestra.

  • Accolade

    n. · joyful, capable

    An award or expression of strong praise.

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    The conservation group earned an accolade for restoring the marsh.

  • Accomplishment

    n. · capable, joyful

    Something worthwhile completed through effort or skill.

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    Finishing the accessible trail was a shared accomplishment.

  • Accord

    n. · calm, kind

    Harmony or agreement between people, groups, or ideas.

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    The neighbors reached an accord that protected the shared garden.

  • Accreditation

    n. · capable, hopeful

    Official recognition that required standards have been met.

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    Accreditation confirmed the laboratory's careful testing practices.

  • Achievement

    n. · capable, joyful

    A valued result gained through effort, courage, or skill.

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    Restoring the wetland was a major achievement for the town.

  • Achiever

    n. · capable, hopeful

    A person who reaches worthwhile goals through effort.

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    The young achiever balanced her studies with community service.

  • Acknowledgment

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    Recognition of someone's contribution, value, or experience.

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    The plaque offered lasting acknowledgment of the rescue team's courage.

  • Acumen

    n. · thoughtful, capableless common

    The ability to understand situations and make sound judgments.

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    Her financial acumen helped the charity use every donation wisely.

  • Adaptability

    n. · resilient, capable

    The ability to adjust well when circumstances change.

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    The crew's adaptability kept the event running during the storm.

  • Admiration

    n. · joyful, thoughtful

    Warm respect and approval for someone or something.

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    The apprentices watched the master carpenter with admiration.

  • Adoration

    n. · kind, joyful

    Deep love, admiration, or delighted affection.

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    The toddler gazed at her new puppy with adoration.

  • Adornment

    n. · joyful, thoughtful

    A decorative detail that adds beauty or distinction.

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    A woven sash was the only adornment on the simple dress.

  • Advantage

    n. · capable, hopeful

    A helpful condition that improves the chance of success.

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    Early feedback gave the design team a useful advantage.

  • Adventure

    n. · energetic, hopeful

    An exciting experience involving discovery or worthwhile challenge.

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    Their canoe trip became an adventure full of wildlife sightings.

  • Adventurer

    n. · energetic, hopeful

    A person eager to explore unfamiliar places or experiences.

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    The curious adventurer mapped a safe route through the valley.

  • Advocacy

    n. · kind, resilient

    Active public support for a person, group, or cause.

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    Persistent advocacy secured safer crossings near the primary school.

  • Affection

    n. · kind, joyful

    A warm feeling of fondness and care.

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    The siblings showed their affection through small daily favors.

  • Affirmation

    n. · hopeful, kind

    A statement that gives support, confidence, or recognition.

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    One honest affirmation helped Malik trust his growing skill.

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  • Aftercare

    n. · kind, resilient

    Support provided after treatment, repair, or a major event.

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    Thoughtful aftercare helped the patient regain confidence at home.

  • Afterglow

    n. · joyful, calm

    A warm pleasant feeling that remains after happiness.

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    The reunion's afterglow stayed with the family for days.

  • Agency

    n. · capable, resilient

    The power to make choices and act independently.

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    Flexible hours gave the volunteers greater agency over their schedules.

  • Agility

    n. · capable, energetic

    The ability to move or think quickly and effectively.

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    Mental agility helped Priya connect two seemingly separate clues.

  • Alacrity

    n. · energetic, joyfulless common

    Cheerful readiness and energetic willingness to act.

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    Jon accepted the mentoring role with genuine alacrity.

  • All-rounder

    n. · capable, energeticless common

    A person skilled in several different activities.

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    The team's all-rounder could design, build, and explain the prototype.

  • Alliance

    n. · kind, capable

    A partnership formed for mutual help or a shared purpose.

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    The schools formed an alliance to expand the meal program.

  • Allure

    n. · joyful, thoughtful

    A quality of charm that attracts interest or admiration.

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    The quiet harbor retains its allure in every season.

  • Ally

    n. · kind, resilient

    A person who actively supports another person or cause.

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    Jules became a trusted ally in the campaign for step-free access.

  • Allyship

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    Active, sustained support for people facing unfair barriers.

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    Genuine allyship requires listening, learning, and sharing access.

  • Alms

    n. · kind, thoughtfulless common

    Money or goods freely given to people in need.

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    Anonymous alms supplied warm meals during the bitter week.

  • Almsgiving

    n. · kind, hopefulless common

    The practice of giving help to people in need.

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    Holiday almsgiving replenished the neighborhood food pantry.

  • Aloha

    n. · kind, joyful

    A greeting or farewell expressing affection and goodwill.

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    The host welcomed each arriving guest with a cheerful aloha.

  • Altruism

    n. · kind, thoughtfulless common

    Concern for the well-being of others without personal gain.

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    Their quiet altruism kept the free pantry stocked all winter.

  • Altruist

    n. · kind, thoughtfulless common

    A person devoted to helping others without personal reward.

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    The quiet altruist organized supplies without seeking public credit.

  • Amazement

    n. · joyful, hopeful

    A feeling of great surprise, wonder, or admiration.

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    The restored fresco drew gasps of amazement from visitors.

  • Ambition

    n. · hopeful, capable

    Strong determination to achieve something worthwhile.

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    Her ambition is to bring clean water to every household.

  • Amends

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    Actions taken to repair harm and restore goodwill.

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    He made amends by replacing the tools he had damaged.

  • Amenity

    n. · calm, joyful

    A feature that provides comfort, convenience, or enjoyment.

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    The shaded courtyard is a welcome amenity for hospital visitors.

  • Amity

    n. · calm, kindless common

    A peaceful and friendly relationship.

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    Years of cooperation created lasting amity between the villages.

  • Amnesty

    n. · hopeful, calm

    Official forgiveness that protects people from punishment.

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    The amnesty allowed displaced families to return home safely.

  • Amusement

    n. · joyful, energetic

    Enjoyable entertainment or a feeling of pleased laughter.

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    The puppy's clumsy enthusiasm provided endless amusement.

  • Anticipation

    n. · hopeful, joyful

    Hopeful excitement about something expected to happen.

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    The children waited in happy anticipation for the curtain to rise.

  • Antidote

    n. · hopeful, resilient

    A remedy that counteracts poison, harm, or difficulty.

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    Quiet conversation was a gentle antidote to the hectic day.

  • Aplomb

    n. · calm, capableless common

    Calm confidence and assurance in a difficult situation.

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    Soraya handled the unexpected questions with impressive aplomb.

  • Apology

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    A sincere expression of regret for causing harm.

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    His direct apology opened the way to renewed trust.

  • Applause

    n. · joyful, energetic

    Clapping or another expression of warm approval.

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    A burst of applause greeted the volunteers as they entered.

  • Appreciation

    n. · kind, joyful

    Recognition and enjoyment of value, effort, or kindness.

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    The note expressed sincere appreciation for the rescue crew.

  • Approbation

    n. · joyful, capableless common

    Formal or enthusiastic approval and praise.

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    The accessibility plan earned approbation from residents and inspectors.

  • Aptitude

    n. · capable, hopeful

    A natural ability or readiness to learn a skill.

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    Lena showed an aptitude for understanding mechanical systems.

  • Ardor

    n. · energetic, joyfulless common

    Strong enthusiasm, passion, or devotion.

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    The choir's ardor was clear in every note of the final song.

  • Armistice

    n. · calm, hopeful

    An agreement to stop fighting and pursue peace.

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    The armistice gave both communities time to begin negotiations.

  • Artisan

    n. · capable, thoughtful

    A skilled craftsperson who makes things with care.

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    The artisan repaired the carved frame by hand.

  • Artistry

    n. · capable, joyful

    Creative skill and sensitivity shown in making something.

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    The mural's subtle colors reveal the painter's artistry.

  • Ascent

    n. · hopeful, resilient

    An upward climb or rise toward success.

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    The climber's steady ascent inspired the younger members.

  • Aspiration

    n. · hopeful, capable

    A strong hope or ambition to achieve something meaningful.

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    Her aspiration is to design homes that use less energy.

  • Assent

    n. · calm, thoughtful

    Agreement with or approval of a proposal.

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    Every member gave assent to the shared safety standard.

  • Asset

    n. · capable, hopeful

    A person or thing of substantial value or usefulness.

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    Her language skills were a major asset during the visit.

  • Assistance

    n. · kind, capable

    Practical help given to a person or effort.

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    Roadside assistance arrived before the temperature dropped.

  • Assurance

    n. · calm, hopeful

    A confident promise or feeling of certainty.

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    The written guarantee gave buyers assurance that repairs were covered.

  • Athleticism

    n. · energetic, capable

    Physical strength, coordination, stamina, and sporting skill.

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    The goalkeeper's athleticism saved three difficult shots.

  • Atonement

    n. · thoughtful, hopeful

    Action taken to repair a wrong or restore harmony.

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    Restoring the damaged habitat became an act of atonement.

  • Attainment

    n. · capable, joyful

    A valued result or level that has been achieved.

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    Fluency was a proud attainment after years of study.

  • Attraction

    n. · joyful, energetic

    A quality that draws interest, affection, or admiration.

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    The garden's main attraction is its fragrant rose arch.

  • Autodidact

    n. · capable, thoughtfulless common

    A person who develops knowledge through independent study.

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    The autodidact learned three languages from books and conversations.

  • Autonomy

    n. · capable, resilient

    Freedom and ability to make informed independent choices.

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    The new role gave each engineer autonomy over routine decisions.

  • Award

    n. · joyful, capable

    A prize or honor given to recognize achievement.

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    The science club received an award for its clean-water project.

  • Awareness

    n. · thoughtful, hopeful

    Knowledge and understanding of a fact or situation.

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    The campaign raised awareness of free tutoring at the library.

  • Awe

    n. · joyful, thoughtful

    A feeling of wonder and deep respect.

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    The vast night sky filled the campers with awe.

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  • Abound

    v. · hopeful, joyful

    To exist in plentiful and welcome amounts.

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    Wildflowers abound beside the trail after the spring rain.

  • Absolve

    v. · hopeful, calmless common

    To free someone from guilt, blame, or obligation.

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    The new evidence will absolve the volunteer of any fault.

  • Accept

    v. · calm, thoughtful

    To receive, recognize, or make room for something willingly.

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    The group agreed to accept new evidence and revise the plan.

  • Accommodate

    v. · kind, thoughtful

    To adjust helpfully for someone's needs or circumstances.

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    The venue can accommodate guests who need step-free seating.

  • Accomplish

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To complete something through effort or skill.

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    The crew hopes to accomplish the repairs before the first frost.

  • Achieve

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To reach a desired result through effort or skill.

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    With steady practice, Lina can achieve the qualifying time.

  • Acknowledge

    v. · thoughtful, kind

    To recognize the truth, value, or contribution of something.

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    The director paused to acknowledge the volunteers who stayed late.

  • Activate

    v. · capable, energetic

    To make something ready and able to work.

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    Pressing the green switch will activate the backup pump.

  • Adapt

    v. · resilient, capable

    To adjust successfully to new needs or conditions.

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    Native plants adapt well to the region's dry summers.

  • Admire

    v. · thoughtful, kind

    To regard someone or something with warm respect or pleasure.

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    I admire how calmly the nurse explains each step.

  • Adore

    v. · kind, joyful

    To love or enjoy someone or something deeply.

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    The children adore the librarian who remembers their favorite stories.

  • Adorn

    v. · joyful, capable

    To make something more beautiful with decoration.

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    Local artists will adorn the walkway with painted tiles.

  • Advance

    v. · hopeful, capable

    To move forward or help something make progress.

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    The scholarship will advance research into cleaner batteries.

  • Advocate

    v. · kind, resilient

    To speak or act in support of a person or worthwhile cause.

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    Local parents advocate for safer crossings near the school.

  • Affirm

    v. · hopeful, kind

    To state that something is true, valuable, or supported.

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    The coach took time to affirm the progress each player had made.

  • Agree

    v. · calm, thoughtful

    To share an opinion or willingly accept a proposal.

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    After reviewing the evidence, both teams agree on the next step.

  • Aid

    v. · kind, capable

    To help a person, effort, or recovery.

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    Clear labels aid visitors who are finding the clinic for the first time.

  • Allay

    v. · calm, kind

    To reduce worry, fear, or painful concern.

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    A clear safety briefing helped allay the parents' concerns.

  • Alleviate

    v. · kind, hopeful

    To make pain, hardship, or difficulty less severe.

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    Extra buses will alleviate crowding during the morning commute.

  • Amaze

    v. · joyful, hopeful

    To fill someone with delighted surprise or wonder.

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    The fireflies amaze visitors when the meadow darkens.

  • Ameliorate

    v. · hopeful, capableless common

    To improve a difficult or unsatisfactory situation.

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    Shade trees can ameliorate extreme heat on city streets.

  • Amend

    v. · thoughtful, hopeful

    To improve something by correcting or revising it.

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    The council agreed to amend the rule after hearing residents.

  • Amplify

    v. · energetic, hopeful

    To increase the strength, reach, or effect of something.

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    The exhibit will amplify the voices of local craftspeople.

  • Amuse

    v. · joyful, energetic

    To entertain someone or make them smile or laugh.

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    The playful puppet show will amuse children while they wait.

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  • Animate

    v. · energetic, joyful

    To bring life, energy, or lively interest to something.

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    Colorful stories animate the guide's lessons about local history.

  • Anticipate

    v. · hopeful, joyful

    To look forward to something expected with interest or pleasure.

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    We anticipate a lively harvest festival this autumn.

  • Applaud

    v. · joyful, energetic

    To show approval or praise, often by clapping.

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    The audience rose to applaud the young dancers' final bow.

  • Appreciate

    v. · kind, thoughtful

    To recognize and value the good qualities of someone or something.

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    Residents appreciate the shade provided by the old trees.

  • Approve

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To accept or express a favorable opinion of something.

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    The safety board will approve the route once every check passes.

  • Ascend

    v. · energetic, hopeful

    To move upward or rise to a higher level.

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    The hikers began to ascend as the morning mist cleared.

  • Aspire

    v. · hopeful, capable

    To direct effort toward a meaningful goal.

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    Many students aspire to use their skills in service of their community.

  • Assist

    v. · kind, capable

    To help someone complete a task or meet a need.

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    Two volunteers assist older residents with the online form.

  • Assuage

    v. · calm, kindless common

    To ease an unpleasant feeling, pain, or worry.

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    Warm tea helped assuage his sore throat after rehearsal.

  • Assure

    v. · calm, hopeful

    To give confidence, certainty, or freedom from doubt.

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    Fresh test results assure residents that the water is safe.

  • Attain

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To succeed in reaching a valued goal or level.

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    The swimmers trained steadily to attain the national standard.

  • Attune

    v. · thoughtful, calmless common

    To bring into harmony or sensitive awareness.

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    Morning walks attune the students to seasonal changes.

  • Awaken

    v. · hopeful, energetic

    To bring a feeling, interest, or awareness into activity.

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    The museum visit may awaken a love of history in young visitors.

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  • Ably

    adv. · capable

    In a skillful and effective manner.

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    Rosa ably guided the discussion toward a practical decision.

  • Admirably

    adv. · capable, thoughtful

    In a way that deserves respect or approval.

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    She handled the difficult conversation admirably.

  • Affectionately

    adv. · kind, joyful

    With warmth, fondness, or love.

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    He spoke affectionately about his grandmother.

  • Ahead

    adv. · capable, hopeful

    In a forward, advanced, or favorable position.

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    Careful preparation put the team comfortably ahead by noon.

  • Amiably

    adv. · kind, calm

    In a friendly and pleasant way.

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    The neighbors chatted amiably over the garden fence.

  • Amicably

    adv. · kind, calm

    In a friendly way, without hostility or argument.

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    They resolved the scheduling disagreement amicably.

  • Attentively

    adv. · thoughtful, kind

    With careful attention to someone or something.

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    The mentor listened attentively to her questions.

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How many positive words start with A?

This list has 231 positive words that start with A: 114 adjectives, 73 nouns, 37 verbs and 7 adverbs. 187 of them are in everyday use.

What are the best positive words that start with A?

Good places to start are Amazing, Awesome, Adorable, Ambitious, Affectionate, Admire, Appreciate, Achieve, Abundance and Adventurous. Each has its meaning and an example sentence on this page.

What positive words starting with A describe a person?

68 of them describe a person, for example Ambitious, Affectionate, Adventurous, Attentive, Authentic, Ace, Apt and Able.

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What are short positive words that start with A?

33 have five letters or fewer, including Ace, Apt, Able, Ally, Avid, Adept, Agile and Alert.

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What are unusual positive words that start with A?

Less common choices include Aglow, Adroit, Ardent, Affable, Amiable and Altruist. Some are literary, technical or informal, so check the meaning and any caution before you use one.

What positive nouns start with A?

73 nouns start with A, such as Abundance, Ally, Asset, Artisan, Achiever and Adventurer.

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