Positive words that start with S

S covers safety, sincerity, skill, steadiness, strength, support, success, and lively spirit.

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  • Sacred

    adj. · thoughtful, calm

    Deeply valued and treated with reverence or respect.

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    The grove remained sacred to families across the valley.

  • Safe

    adj. · calm, kind

    Protected from likely harm, danger, or avoidable risk.

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    Every worker needs a safe way to report a fault.

  • Sagacious

    adj. · thoughtful, capableless common

    Showing wise and practical judgment.

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    The sagacious elder asked the question that settled the dispute.

  • Salubrious

    adj. · resilient, joyfulless common

    Health-giving, pleasant, and beneficial to well-being.

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    The salubrious sea air encouraged long morning walks.

  • Salutary

    adj. · hopeful, thoughtfulless common

    Producing a beneficial or healthful effect.

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    The review had a salutary effect on safety practices.

  • Sanative

    adj. · resilient, calmless common

    Having the power to heal or restore health.

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    Rest and clean water had a sanative effect.

  • Sanguine

    adj. · hopeful, resilientless common

    Hopeful and confident about the future.

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    She remained sanguine after the first trial failed.

  • Sapient

    adj. · thoughtful, capableless common

    Possessing deep wisdom and discerning judgment.

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    Her sapient counsel helped both families reach peace.

  • Satisfactory

    adj. · capable, calm

    Good enough to meet a need or standard.

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    The repaired roof passed every test with satisfactory results.

  • Satisfied

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Pleased because a need, hope, or standard has been met.

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    The customers were satisfied with the careful repair.

  • Satisfying

    adj. · joyful, capable

    Giving pleasure through meaning, progress, or completion.

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    Solving the final clue was deeply satisfying.

  • Savory

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Pleasantly flavorful, appetizing, and satisfying to eat.

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    A savory vegetable pie warmed everyone after the hike.

  • Savvy

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Showing practical knowledge and good judgment.

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    The savvy shopper compared repair costs before choosing.

  • Scenic

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Offering beautiful and enjoyable natural views.

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    The scenic path curved beside a clear mountain stream.

  • Scholarly

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Showing careful study, knowledge, and academic skill.

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    The museum published a scholarly guide to the collection.

  • Scintillating

    adj. · energetic, joyfulless common

    Brilliantly lively, clever, or exciting.

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    Their scintillating conversation made the long journey pass quickly.

  • Scrumptious

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Extremely delicious and delightful to eat.

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    The bakery served scrumptious rolls still warm from the oven.

  • Scrupulous

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Careful, honest, and attentive to what is right.

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    The scrupulous treasurer published every receipt for review.

  • Seamless

    adj. · capable, calm

    Smoothly connected without awkward gaps or interruptions.

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    The translators provided a seamless conversation across three languages.

  • Seasoned

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Experienced, skilled, and reliable through extensive practice.

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    A seasoned guide led the group through changing weather.

  • Second-to-none

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Equaled by nobody in quality or excellence.

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    Her second-to-none craftsmanship made the cabinet an heirloom.

  • Secure

    adj. · calm, resilient

    Safe, stable, and protected from likely loss or harm.

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    The new lock keeps the equipment secure.

  • Self-actualized

    adj. · hopeful, capableless common

    Fulfilling one's abilities, values, and meaningful potential.

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    The self-actualized artist chose work aligned with her deepest values.

  • Self-assured

    adj. · calm, capable

    Calmly confident in one's own ability or judgment.

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    The self-assured apprentice explained her design clearly.

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  • Self-aware

    adj. · thoughtful, kind

    Conscious of one's own feelings, qualities, and effects on others.

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    The self-aware leader noticed when he needed to listen.

  • Self-confident

    adj. · capable, calm

    Trusting one's ability without needing to diminish others.

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    The self-confident speaker welcomed difficult questions.

  • Self-controlled

    adj. · calm, resilient

    Able to manage one's own feelings and impulses, especially when provoked.

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    She stayed self-controlled while the customer shouted.

  • Self-determined

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Guided by one's own informed choices and goals.

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    Self-determined residents shaped the future of their neighborhood.

  • Self-directed

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Able to choose and manage one's own learning or work.

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    The self-directed apprentice planned each stage of the restoration.

  • Self-disciplined

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Able to direct one's effort and choices toward a goal.

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    The self-disciplined student practiced a little each morning.

  • Self-empowered

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Confidently able to make choices and take constructive action.

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    The self-empowered students presented their proposal to the council.

  • Self-forgiving

    adj. · kind, resilient

    Able to meet personal mistakes with compassion and perspective.

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    A self-forgiving mindset helped Mina try the difficult passage again.

  • Self-improving

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Actively developing one's knowledge, habits, or abilities.

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    The self-improving manager requested honest feedback after each project.

  • Self-made

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Successful largely through one's own sustained effort.

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    The self-made designer built her studio from modest beginnings.

  • Self-motivated

    adj. · capable, energetic

    Able to begin and continue useful work without outside pressure.

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    The self-motivated volunteer created a clear training guide.

  • Self-possessed

    adj. · calm, resilient

    Calm, confident, and controlled in difficult situations.

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    The self-possessed captain reassured everyone during the delay.

  • Self-reliant

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Able to use one's own judgment and resources effectively.

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    The self-reliant camper repaired the torn tent.

  • Self-renewing

    adj. · resilient, hopeful

    Able to restore strength, resources, or effectiveness over time.

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    The self-renewing garden flourished through careful composting.

  • Self-sacrificing

    adj. · kind, resilient

    Willing to give up what one wants so that other people can have what they need.

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    The self-sacrificing nurse worked the holiday so a colleague could see her family.

  • Self-sufficient

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Able to meet one's needs with limited outside help.

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    The self-sufficient cabin produces its own power.

  • Self-transcendent

    adj. · thoughtful, kindless common

    Reaching beyond personal concerns toward greater meaning or service.

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    Her self-transcendent purpose sustained decades of community work.

  • Selfless

    adj. · kind, resilient

    Putting others' needs before personal advantage.

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    The selfless neighbor delivered meals throughout the storm.

  • Sensational

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Exceptionally impressive, exciting, or enjoyable.

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    The dancers gave a sensational final performance.

  • Sensible

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Showing sound, practical judgment.

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    Wearing bright clothing was a sensible choice for the evening ride.

  • Sensitive

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Aware of and considerate toward feelings or subtle changes.

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    The sensitive teacher noticed that the new student felt excluded.

  • Seraphic

    adj. · calm, joyfulless common

    Radiantly peaceful, beautiful, or angelic in appearance.

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    A seraphic smile spread across the baby's face.

  • Serendipitous

    adj. · joyful, hopefulless common

    Happening by happy and valuable chance.

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    A serendipitous meeting connected the inventor with a mentor.

  • Serene

    adj. · calm

    Calm, clear, and untroubled in appearance or mood.

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    The garden felt serene after the morning rain.

  • Sharp

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Quick to understand, notice, or think clearly.

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    The sharp analyst spotted the error before publication.

  • Shining

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Bright, excellent, or inspiring.

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    Her recovery became a shining example of patient effort.

  • Shrewd

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Showing sharp judgment and practical understanding.

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    The shrewd negotiator found terms that benefited both teams.

  • Silky

    adj. · joyful, calm

    Pleasingly smooth, soft, and lustrous.

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    The sauce became silky after a final gentle stir.

  • Simpatico

    adj. · kind, joyfulless common

    Pleasantly compatible, likable, and easy to understand.

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    The two simpatico musicians improvised together with effortless warmth.

  • Simple

    adj. · calm, capable

    Clear, uncomplicated, and easy to use or understand.

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    A simple checklist prevented missed safety steps.

  • Sincere

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Honest in feeling, intention, or expression.

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    Her sincere thanks named the specific help she had received.

  • Sisterly

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Showing the warm support associated with a caring sister.

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    Her sisterly advice was gentle, honest, and practical.

  • Skilled

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Having developed ability and good technique.

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    A skilled interpreter made the meeting accessible.

  • Skillful

    adj. · capable

    Showing developed ability and good judgment.

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    The skillful repair preserved the original woodwork.

  • Sleek

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Smooth, stylish, and efficiently designed.

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    The sleek new bicycle was both light and comfortable.

  • Smart

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Intelligent, capable, or showing good judgment.

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    The smart technician tested the simplest cause first.

  • Smashing

    adj. · joyful, energeticless common

    Exceptionally attractive, enjoyable, or successful.

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    Everyone had a smashing time at the garden party.

  • Smiling

    adj. · joyful, kind

    Showing warmth or happiness with a smile.

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    A smiling volunteer greeted each family at the door.

  • Smooth

    adj. · calm, capable

    Even, calm, or working without difficulty.

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    Clear roles made the handover smooth.

  • Snazzy

    adj. · joyful, energeticless common

    Stylish, lively, and attractively distinctive.

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    His snazzy bow tie brightened the formal photograph.

  • Snug

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Comfortably warm, sheltered, and secure.

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    The reading alcove felt snug during the winter storm.

  • Sociable

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Friendly and comfortable spending time with others.

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    The sociable host introduced guests who shared interests.

  • Soft-spoken

    adj. · calm, kind

    Speaking gently and calmly with quiet consideration.

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    The soft-spoken mediator gave every participant room to answer.

  • Softhearted

    adj. · kind, calm

    Kind, sympathetic, and easily moved to help.

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    The softhearted farmer cared for every stray animal.

  • Solid

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Dependable, strong, and of good quality.

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    The committee built a solid plan from the survey results.

  • Soothing

    adj. · calm, kind

    Helping to calm pain, worry, or tension.

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    The nurse spoke in a soothing voice.

  • Sophisticated

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Refined, knowledgeable, or impressively advanced in design.

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    The sophisticated filter removed contaminants without wasting water.

  • Soul-stirring

    adj. · hopeful, joyful

    Inspiring profound, uplifting, and heartfelt emotion.

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    The orchestra closed with a soul-stirring hymn.

  • Soulful

    adj. · thoughtful, joyful

    Expressing deep and sincere feeling.

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    The singer gave a soulful performance of the old song.

  • Spacious

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Offering abundant room, openness, and comfort.

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    Tall windows made the modest studio feel spacious.

  • Sparkling

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Bright, lively, or brilliantly entertaining.

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    The host's sparkling humor lifted the room.

  • Special

    adj. · joyful, kind

    Especially valued, distinctive, or important.

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    The handmade album became a special family keepsake.

  • Spectacular

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Exceptionally impressive or beautiful.

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    The hilltop offered a spectacular view at sunrise.

  • Speedy

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Moving or happening quickly and effectively.

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    The clinic's speedy response prevented further illness.

  • Spellbinding

    adj. · joyful, thoughtful

    So fascinating or beautiful that attention feels effortless.

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    The guide told a spellbinding story beneath the stars.

  • Spiffy

    adj. · joyful, energeticless common

    Smart, attractive, and freshly well presented.

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    The restored scooter looked spiffy in its bright new paint.

  • Spirited

    adj. · energetic, resilient

    Full of courage, energy, or lively feeling.

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    A spirited discussion produced three promising ideas.

  • Splendid

    adj. · joyful, capable

    Excellent, impressive, or beautiful.

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    The restored hall looked splendid in the morning light.

  • Spontaneous

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Natural and unplanned in a lively or sincere way.

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    A spontaneous dance began when the band returned.

  • Sporting

    adj. · kind, resilient

    Fair, generous, and gracious in competition.

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    The sporting captain congratulated every opponent.

  • Spot-on

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Exactly right, accurate, or well judged.

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    Her spot-on diagnosis saved hours of unnecessary testing.

  • Spotless

    adj. · capable, calm

    Perfectly clean or free from fault and blame.

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    Volunteers left the community kitchen spotless after lunch.

  • Sprightly

    adj. · energetic, joyfulless common

    Lively, energetic, and cheerful.

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    The sprightly grandfather led the family walk.

  • Spry

    adj. · energetic, resilient

    Active, nimble, and energetic, especially despite age.

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    The spry neighbor still cycled to market each morning.

  • Stable

    adj. · calm, resilient

    Steady, secure, and unlikely to fail suddenly.

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    The engineer confirmed that the repaired wall was stable.

  • Stalwart

    adj. · resilient, kindless common

    Loyal, dependable, and strong through difficulty.

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    The stalwart volunteers kept the shelter open all winter.

  • Standout

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Exceptionally good or noticeable for a positive quality.

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    Her standout performance earned a place in the final.

  • Star-studded

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Featuring many celebrated, talented, or distinguished people.

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    A star-studded cast volunteered for the charity performance.

  • State-of-the-art

    adj. · capable, hopeful

    Using the most advanced available methods or technology.

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    The clinic installed state-of-the-art imaging equipment.

  • Stately

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Impressively dignified, graceful, and grand.

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    The stately old library welcomed visitors through carved doors.

  • Staunch

    adj. · resilient, kind

    Firmly loyal, committed, and dependable.

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    A staunch ally defended the community's right to clean water.

  • Steadfast

    adj. · resilient, kind

    Firm, dependable, and not easily discouraged.

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    Her steadfast support helped the project survive several delays.

  • Steady

    adj. · calm, capable

    Firm, dependable, and controlled.

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    The nurse kept a steady hand during the procedure.

  • Stellar

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Exceptionally excellent, impressive, or successful.

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    The new apprentice did stellar work on the delicate repair.

  • Sterling

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Excellent, trustworthy, and of consistently high quality.

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    Her sterling leadership kept the relief effort fair and organized.

  • Stimulating

    adj. · energetic, thoughtful

    Encouraging lively thought, interest, or activity.

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    The lecture led to a stimulating discussion.

  • Stirring

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Inspiring strong and uplifting emotion.

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    The choir gave a stirring performance.

  • Stoic

    adj. · resilient, calm

    Enduring hardship with courage and steady self-command.

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    The stoic runner finished the course despite driving rain.

  • Storybook

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Charming, picturesque, and seemingly suited to a happy tale.

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    They celebrated in a storybook cottage beside the orchard.

  • Straightforward

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Clear, honest, and easy to understand.

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    She gave a straightforward explanation of the costs.

  • Strategic

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Carefully designed to achieve an important goal.

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    The strategic investment removed the main production bottleneck.

  • Streamlined

    adj. · capable, calm

    Made simpler, smoother, and more efficient.

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    The streamlined application took families only five minutes.

  • Street-smart

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Showing practical judgment learned through real-world experience.

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    The street-smart organizer anticipated problems before the festival opened.

  • Stress-free

    adj. · calm, joyful

    Free from worry, pressure, or needless difficulty.

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    Clear directions made the airport transfer stress-free.

  • Striking

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Immediately impressive, attractive, or worthy of attention.

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    The mural created a striking welcome at the station.

  • Strong

    adj. · resilient, capable

    Having power, resilience, skill, or sound construction.

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    The strong partnership made both organizations more effective.

  • Strong-minded

    adj. · resilient, capable

    Independent, determined, and firm in one's judgment.

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    The strong-minded advocate challenged an unfair rule respectfully.

  • Structured

    adj. · capable, calm

    Organized in a clear and useful way.

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    The structured lesson gave beginners an easy path forward.

  • Studious

    adj. · thoughtful, capable

    Devoted to careful study and learning.

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    The studious apprentice kept notes on every technique.

  • Stunning

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Extremely impressive or beautiful.

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    The restored mosaic looked stunning in the sunlight.

  • Stupendous

    adj. · joyful, energetic

    Extremely impressive, excellent, or remarkable.

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    The volunteers achieved stupendous results in a single weekend.

  • Sturdy

    adj. · resilient, capable

    Strongly built and able to withstand use or difficulty.

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    The sturdy table served the workshop for decades.

  • Stylish

    adj. · joyful, capable

    Attractive and showing a pleasing sense of style.

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    Her stylish jacket was made from recycled fabric.

  • Suave

    adj. · calm, joyfulless common

    Confident, polished, and charming in manner.

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    The suave host handled the interruption with humor.

  • Sublime

    adj. · joyful, thoughtful

    Of such excellence or beauty that it inspires awe.

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    The soprano's final note sounded sublime in the chapel.

  • Successful

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Achieving a desired or worthwhile result.

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    The successful repair kept the bridge open.

  • Suitable

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Right or appropriate for a particular need.

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    The shaded plot is suitable for lettuce.

  • Sumptuous

    adj. · joyful, kindless common

    Richly comfortable, beautiful, or enjoyable.

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    Guests shared a sumptuous harvest feast.

  • Sunny

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Bright, cheerful, or full of warm optimism.

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    Her sunny manner lifted the tired team.

  • Super

    adj. · joyful, capableless common

    Very good, enjoyable, or excellent.

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    The volunteers did a super job preparing the hall.

  • Superabundant

    adj. · joyful, hopefulless common

    Present in exceptionally generous and plentiful amounts.

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    A superabundant harvest supplied the pantry through winter.

  • Superb

    adj. · joyful, capable

    Exceptionally good or skillful.

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    The chef prepared a superb meal from local produce.

  • Superlative

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Representing the highest level of quality or excellence.

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    Reviewers praised the workshop's superlative craftsmanship.

  • Supportive

    adj. · kind, hopeful

    Providing encouragement, understanding, or practical help.

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    A supportive colleague asked what would make the workload manageable.

  • Supreme

    adj. · capable, joyful

    Highest in quality, importance, or achievement.

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    The chef showed supreme skill with the simplest ingredients.

  • Sure

    adj. · calm, capable

    Confident, dependable, or certain.

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    With practice, her movements became sure and controlled.

  • Sure-footed

    adj. · capable, resilient

    Moving confidently and safely, especially on difficult ground.

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    The sure-footed guide led the group across the rocks.

  • Surefire

    adj. · hopeful, capable

    Certain or very likely to succeed.

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    A sincere welcome is a surefire way to ease nerves.

  • Surprising

    adj. · joyful, hopeful

    Unexpected in a pleasing or impressive way.

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    The small garden produced a surprising amount of food.

  • Sustainable

    adj. · thoughtful, resilient

    Able to continue without exhausting the people or resources involved.

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    The new schedule is sustainable because it includes time for maintenance.

  • Swanky

    adj. · joyful, energeticless common

    Fashionably stylish, luxurious, and impressive.

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    The renovated cinema looked swanky without losing its character.

  • Sweet

    adj. · kind, joyful

    Kind, pleasant, or pleasing to the senses.

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    It was sweet of him to save a seat for his grandmother.

  • Sweet-natured

    adj. · kind, calm

    Naturally kind, gentle, and pleasant.

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    The sweet-natured dog welcomed every visitor.

  • Sweet-tempered

    adj. · kind, calm

    Naturally gentle, patient, and pleasant in disposition.

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    The sweet-tempered pony remained calm around young riders.

  • Swift

    adj. · energetic, capable

    Moving or acting quickly and effectively.

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    The swift rescue brought everyone safely ashore.

  • Sympathetic

    adj. · kind, thoughtful

    Showing understanding and concern for another person's situation.

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    The supervisor was sympathetic and helped arrange a fair solution.

  • Systematic

    adj. · capable, thoughtful

    Carefully organized and methodical.

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    The systematic researcher checked every sample twice.

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  • Safety

    n. · calm, kind

    The condition of being protected from likely harm.

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    New lighting improved safety along the path.

  • Sagacity

    n. · thoughtful, capableless common

    Wise and practical judgment.

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    Her sagacity helped the village prepare before the drought.

  • Sage

    n. · thoughtful, calm

    A person respected for wisdom and sound judgment.

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    The village sage listened carefully before offering advice.

  • Saint

    n. · kind, resilient

    A person admired for exceptional goodness and kindness.

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    The exhausted nurse was a saint to every frightened patient.

  • Salvation

    n. · hopeful, resilient

    Rescue from danger, suffering, or serious loss.

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    The emergency water delivery was the village's salvation.

  • Sanctuary

    n. · calm, kind

    A safe and peaceful place for people or animals.

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    The wetland provides a sanctuary for migrating birds.

  • Satisfaction

    n. · joyful, capable

    Pleasure from fulfilling a need or doing something well.

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    Restoring the old bench gave him lasting satisfaction.

  • Scholar

    n. · thoughtful, capable

    A person devoted to careful study and learning.

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    The young scholar shared her research with the whole class.

  • Scholarship

    n. · hopeful, capable

    Academic achievement or funding that supports further study.

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    Her scholarship opened the door to engineering school.

  • Security

    n. · calm, hopeful

    Safety, stability, or freedom from serious worry.

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    The permanent contract gave the family greater security.

  • Self-acceptance

    n. · kind, resilient

    A fair and compassionate acceptance of oneself.

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    Self-acceptance helped her learn from mistakes without shame.

  • Self-belief

    n. · hopeful, resilient

    Confidence in one's own worth or ability.

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    Practice strengthened her self-belief before the audition.

  • Self-care

    n. · calm, kind

    Actions that protect one's health and well-being.

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    A quiet lunch break became an essential part of his self-care.

  • Self-control

    n. · calm, resilient

    The ability to guide one's actions and emotions wisely.

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    Self-control helped him answer the criticism calmly.

  • Self-efficacy

    n. · hopeful, resilient

    Confidence in one's ability to accomplish a task.

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    Small successes strengthened his self-efficacy during rehabilitation.

  • Self-esteem

    n. · hopeful, kind

    A healthy sense of one's own worth.

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    Supportive feedback helped rebuild her self-esteem.

  • Self-knowledge

    n. · thoughtful, calm

    Clear understanding of one's character, needs, and motives.

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    Greater self-knowledge helped him choose work that suited him.

  • Self-respect

    n. · kind, resilient

    A healthy regard for one's own worth and boundaries.

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    Self-respect gave her the courage to ask for fair treatment.

  • Self-starter

    n. · capable, energetic

    A person who begins useful work without needing direction.

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    The self-starter organized the supplies before anyone asked.

  • Self-worth

    n. · kind, resilient

    A secure sense of one's inherent value.

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    Good mentoring restored the young athlete's self-worth.

  • Selflessness

    n. · kind, hopeful

    Generous concern for others before personal advantage.

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    His selflessness inspired the whole team to help.

  • Sensitivity

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    Awareness and consideration of feelings or subtle differences.

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    Her sensitivity made the difficult conversation gentler.

  • Serendipity

    n. · joyful, hopefulless common

    The happy discovery of something valuable by chance.

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    Serendipity led them to a hidden garden during the walk.

  • Serenity

    n. · calm

    A state of calm and untroubled peace.

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    The lake's stillness gave the campsite a sense of serenity.

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  • Service

    n. · kind, capable

    Helpful work performed for another person or community.

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    Her years of public service improved life across the county.

  • Sharing

    n. · kind, joyful

    The act of giving others a part of what one has.

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    Sharing tools saved every gardener money.

  • Showstopper

    n. · joyful, energetic

    A performance or creation that earns overwhelming admiration.

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    The student choir's finale was an undeniable showstopper.

  • Simplicity

    n. · calm, capable

    The quality of being clear and free from needless complexity.

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    The app's simplicity helped first-time users succeed.

  • Sincerity

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    The quality of being honest in feeling or intention.

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    The sincerity of her apology helped restore trust.

  • Sisterhood

    n. · kind, resilient

    Supportive connection and solidarity among women or girls.

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    The runners formed a sisterhood grounded in encouragement and trust.

  • Skill

    n. · capable, resilient

    Developed ability gained through learning or practice.

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    Years of practice gave the carpenter remarkable skill.

  • Solace

    n. · calm, resilient

    Comfort received during sadness, worry, or disappointment.

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    The familiar garden offered solace after a difficult week.

  • Solicitude

    n. · kind, thoughtfulless common

    Attentive care and concern for another's well-being.

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    Her solicitude made every homesick camper feel noticed.

  • Solidarity

    n. · kind, resilient

    Unity and mutual support among people with a shared interest.

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    Workers showed solidarity by contributing to the emergency fund.

  • Solution

    n. · hopeful, capable

    An answer or method that resolves a problem.

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    The shade cloth offered a simple solution for the young plants.

  • Solver

    n. · capable, resilient

    A person skilled at finding answers to problems.

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    The patient solver tested each connection until the lamp worked.

  • Soulmate

    n. · kind, joyful

    A deeply compatible and cherished companion.

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    She found a loyal soulmate who shared her curiosity.

  • Splendor

    n. · joyful, thoughtful

    Impressive beauty or excellence.

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    Autumn added golden splendor to the valley.

  • Stability

    n. · calm, resilient

    The quality of being steady, secure, and dependable.

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    A regular income brought the household greater stability.

  • Stamina

    n. · resilient, capable

    Strength to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort.

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    Weekly practice built the choir's stamina for longer concerts.

  • Standard-bearer

    n. · capable, kind

    A leading representative of an admired cause or standard.

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    The clinic became a standard-bearer for respectful elder care.

  • Steadfastness

    n. · resilient, capable

    Firm and dependable commitment through difficulty.

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    Her steadfastness kept the campaign focused.

  • Steward

    n. · thoughtful, kind

    A person who responsibly cares for something valued.

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    The ranger serves as a steward of the ancient woodland.

  • Stewardship

    n. · thoughtful, kind

    Responsible care for something entrusted to one's protection.

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    Community stewardship restored the riverbank.

  • Stillness

    n. · calm, thoughtful

    A peaceful absence of movement, noise, or disturbance.

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    Dawn brought a welcome stillness to the lakeside cabin.

  • Straight-arrow

    n. · thoughtful, kind

    An honest, dependable person with strong principles.

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    Everyone knew Priya as a straight-arrow who kept her promises.

  • Strategist

    n. · thoughtful, capable

    A person skilled at planning how to achieve goals.

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    The strategist found a route that saved both time and fuel.

  • Strength

    n. · resilient, capable

    Power, resilience, or a valuable ability.

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    Asking for help became a source of strength.

  • Success

    n. · hopeful, joyful

    The achievement of a worthwhile aim or favorable result.

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    The clean-water project became a success through local leadership.

  • Succor

    n. · kind, resilientless common

    Help and relief given during hardship or distress.

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    Neighbors brought food and succor to the displaced families.

  • Sunshine

    n. · joyful, energetic

    Direct sunlight or a source of warmth and happiness.

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    Morning sunshine filled the kitchen.

  • Superstar

    n. · capable, joyful

    An exceptionally successful, admired, or talented person.

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    The young goalkeeper became the tournament's unexpected superstar.

  • Survivor

    n. · resilient, hopeful

    A person who continues or recovers after serious difficulty.

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    The survivor became a patient mentor to others.

  • Sustainability

    n. · thoughtful, resilient

    The ability to continue without exhausting people or resources.

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    Solar power improved the farm's sustainability.

  • Sweetheart

    n. · kind, joyful

    A dearly loved or exceptionally kind person.

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    That sweetheart delivered groceries to three isolated neighbors.

  • Sympathy

    n. · kind, thoughtful

    Understanding and concern for another person's difficulty.

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    His sympathy was matched by practical support.

  • Synergy

    n. · capable, energetic

    A combined effect greater than the separate efforts.

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    The teams' synergy produced a better design.

Verbs22

  • Safeguard

    v. · resilient, capable

    To protect something valuable from harm or loss.

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    Clear backups safeguard years of careful research.

  • Sanctify

    v. · thoughtful, hopefulless common

    To make something holy, honored, or morally meaningful.

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    The ceremony will sanctify their promise of lifelong care.

  • Satisfy

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To meet a need, hope, or standard.

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    The new ramp should satisfy both safety and access requirements.

  • Savor

    v. · joyful, calm

    To enjoy and appreciate something fully and deliberately.

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    They paused to savor the quiet moment together.

  • Serve

    v. · kind, capable

    To help, support, or provide something useful to others.

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    The new clinic will serve five remote communities.

  • Shelter

    v. · kind, resilient

    To protect someone or something from danger or hardship.

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    The hall can shelter families during severe weather.

  • Shine

    v. · joyful, capable

    To give light or perform with impressive ability.

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    The young actors shine when given room to improvise.

  • Simplify

    v. · capable, calm

    To make something clearer, easier, or less complicated.

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    Color labels simplify the routine for new volunteers.

  • Smile

    v. · joyful, kind

    To form an expression that often shows warmth, pleasure, or welcome.

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    The conductor smiled when the difficult passage finally came together.

  • Soar

    v. · hopeful, energetic

    To rise high or improve with remarkable speed.

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    Her confidence began to soar after the first recital.

  • Solve

    v. · capable, thoughtful

    To find an effective answer to a problem.

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    The students used careful measurements to solve the design flaw.

  • Soothe

    v. · calm, kind

    To calm pain, worry, or distress.

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    A familiar voice helped soothe the frightened dog.

  • Spark

    v. · hopeful, energetic

    To begin or inspire energy, interest, or change.

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    The workshop could spark a lifelong interest in science.

  • Sparkle

    v. · joyful, energetic

    To shine brightly or show lively joy and wit.

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    Her eyes sparkle whenever she talks about the garden.

  • Stimulate

    v. · energetic, thoughtful

    To encourage activity, growth, thought, or interest.

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    The puzzle will stimulate creative thinking.

  • Strengthen

    v. · resilient, capable

    To make stronger, more effective, or more resilient.

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    Regular maintenance will strengthen the bridge.

  • Strive

    v. · hopeful, resilient

    To work earnestly toward a worthwhile goal.

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    Young researchers strive to make clean energy more affordable.

  • Succeed

    v. · hopeful, capable

    To achieve an intended result or make useful progress.

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    The plan can succeed if the team tests the riskiest assumption first.

  • Support

    v. · kind, hopeful

    To give help, strength, or encouragement.

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    Neighbors support the pantry with weekly donations.

  • Surpass

    v. · capable, hopeful

    To do better than a standard or previous achievement.

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    The new filter may surpass the old model in every test.

  • Survive

    v. · resilient, hopeful

    To remain alive or continue through serious difficulty.

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    The rescued saplings survived the dry summer.

  • Sustain

    v. · resilient, kind

    To support, maintain, or keep something going.

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    Regular donations sustain the free meal program.

Adverbs17

  • Safely

    adv. · calm, resilient

    In a way that avoids likely harm or danger.

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    The guide brought everyone safely across the river.

  • Securely

    adv. · calm, capable

    In a safe, stable, or firmly attached way.

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    The shelves were securely fixed to the wall.

  • Selflessly

    adv. · kind, resilient

    With generous concern for others before personal advantage.

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    She selflessly gave her place to someone in greater need.

  • Sensibly

    adv. · thoughtful, resilient

    With sound and practical judgment.

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    They sensibly postponed the climb when fog covered the ridge.

  • Sincerely

    adv. · kind, thoughtful

    With honest feeling or intention.

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    He sincerely apologized and replaced the damaged book.

  • Skillfully

    adv. · capable, thoughtful

    With developed ability and good judgment.

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    The mediator skillfully guided both sides toward agreement.

  • Smartly

    adv. · capable, thoughtful

    In an intelligent, efficient, or stylish way.

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    The small apartment was smartly arranged to create more space.

  • Smoothly

    adv. · calm, capable

    In an even, calm, or trouble-free way.

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    The event ran smoothly despite the larger crowd.

  • Splendidly

    adv. · joyful, capable

    In an excellent or impressive way.

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    The young orchestra played splendidly at its first concert.

  • Steadfastly

    adv. · resilient, kind

    With firm and dependable commitment.

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    He steadfastly defended every child's right to learn.

  • Steadily

    adv. · calm, resilient

    At a consistent and controlled pace.

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    The seedlings grew steadily after the rain.

  • Strongly

    adv. · resilient, capable

    With strength, confidence, or firm support.

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    The evidence strongly supports the safer design.

  • Successfully

    adv. · hopeful, capable

    With the desired or worthwhile result.

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    The crew successfully rescued every passenger.

  • Superbly

    adv. · joyful, capable

    In an exceptionally good or skillful way.

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    The quartet played superbly throughout the evening concert.

  • Swiftly

    adv. · energetic, capable

    With useful speed and effectiveness.

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    The crew swiftly contained the small fire.

  • Sympathetically

    adv. · kind, thoughtful

    With understanding and concern for another's situation.

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    She listened sympathetically before offering help.

  • Systematically

    adv. · capable, thoughtful

    In a careful, organized, and methodical way.

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    They systematically tested each possible cause.

Choosing between them

Supportive is broad and relational. Steadfast is stronger when you want to emphasize loyalty through difficulty.

Questions people ask

How many positive words start with S?

This list has 237 positive words that start with S: 141 adjectives, 57 nouns, 22 verbs and 17 adverbs. 210 of them are in everyday use.

What are the best positive words that start with S?

Good places to start are Smart, Strong, Sincere, Supportive, Sweet, Spectacular, Successful, Smile, Serene and Sunny. Each has its meaning and an example sentence on this page.

What positive words starting with S describe a person?

91 of them describe a person, for example Smart, Strong, Sincere, Supportive, Sweet, Successful, Serene and Sunny.

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What are short positive words that start with S?

26 have five letters or fewer, including Smart, Sweet, Smile, Sunny, Shine, Sage, Spry and Sure.

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What are unusual positive words that start with S?

Less common choices include Suave, Snazzy, Sapient, Sanguine, Seraphic and Stalwart. Some are literary, technical or informal, so check the meaning and any caution before you use one.

What positive nouns start with S?

57 nouns start with S, such as Sage, Saint, Solver, Scholar, Steward and Soulmate.

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