Category: Adjectives

An effort, action, or emotion described as futile has no result or effect, and therefore serves no useful purpose. City officials attempted to stifle the scandal, but their efforts were futile.

(more smitten; most smitten) 1 : in love with someone or something From the moment he saw her, he was smitten. — usually + by or with He was smitten with her from the moment he laid eyes on her. Read More …

Something or someone described as enigmatic is mysterious and difficult to understand. The band’s lead singer has always been an enigmatic figure, refusing to use social media or even sit for interviews.

Something described as lucrative produces money or wealth. The author parlayed the success of her books into a lucrative second career as a public speaker.

(more heedless; most heedless) not paying careful attention They remain heedless of their own safety. the heedless use of natural resources heedless waste

feeling or showing strong excitement about something : filled with or marked by enthusiasm They were enthusiastic supporters of the president. I’m not wildly enthusiastic about your latest idea. They were less than enthusiastic. = They were far from enthusiastic. Read More …

feeling a lack of energy or a lack of interest in doing things The patient is weak and lethargic. – sometimes used figuratively a sluggish and lethargic economy

Torrid can be used to describe something that is literally hot (such as a region near the Earth’s equator) or figuratively hot (such as a romance). The tabloids were relentless in covering every minor detail of the celebrity couple’s torrid Read More …

very hot a sweltering summer day

Grudging is an adjective used to describe something that is said, done, or given unwillingly or reluctantly. It can also describe someone who is unwilling or reluctant to do something. Her theories have begun to win grudging acceptance in the Read More …