Descriptive Words! This page provides a large list of descriptive adjectives and verbs in English. They have been chosen especially for ESL learners.
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Descriptive Words

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NICE
- Enjoyable
- Pleasurable
- Courteous
- Lovely
- Likable
- Pleasing
- Gracious
- Congenial
- Cordial
- Admirable
- Considerate
- Amiable
- Charming
- Kind
- Neat
- Delightful
- Pleasant
AMAZING
- Astonishing
- Astounding
- Awesome
- Fabulous
- Fantastic
- Incredible
- Stupendous
- Unbelievable
- Wonderful
- Unimaginable
- Tremendous
- Unexpected
- Phenomenal
- Spectacular
- Stunning
- Overwhelming
- Remarkable
- Breathtaking
- Significant
- Staggering
- Brilliant
- Extraordinary
- Marvelous
- Prodigious
GOOD
Synonyms for GOOD in English.
- Excellent
- Amazing
- Wonderful
- Pleasant
- Marvelous
- Exceptional
- Fantastic
- Super
- Outstanding
- Terrific
- Splendid
- Stupendous
HAPPY
- Amused
- Blissful
- Bright
- Charmed
- Cheerful
- Contented
- Delighted
- Eager
- Ecstatic
- Elated
- Enthusiastic
- Excited
- Exultant
- Glad
- Gleeful
- Hopeful
- Joyful
- Lively
- Loving
- Marvelous
- Merry
- Optimistic
- Over the moon (informal)
- Overjoyed
- Pleased
- Positive
- Satisfied
- Thrilled
DELICIOUS
Synonyms for Delicious in English.
- Appetizing
- Tasty
- Flavourful
- Delectable
- Scrumptious
- Mouth-watering
- Delish ( informal)
- Yummy (informal)
- Juicy
- Luscious
KIND
- Sympathetic
- Good/large/warm – hearted
- Generous
- Amiable
- Considerate
- Gentle
- Benign (formal)
- Gracious
- Benevolent
- Kindhearted
- Congenial
- Compassionate
- Caring
- Friendly
- Thoughtful
- Nice
- Good-natured
- Attentive
- Avuncular
BAD
- Awful
- Terrible
- Crummy
- Wack (slang)
- Crappy/ Shitty(slang)
- Rotten
- Naughty
- Dreadful
- Nasty
- Wicked
- Lousy
- Unpleasant
- Disagreeable
- Wretched
- Horrible
- Outrageous
- Despicable
- Disgraceful
SMALL
- Tiny
- Petite
- Mini
- Teeny-weeny
- Pygmy (with animals)
- Little
- Slight
- Minute
- Skimpy
- Miniature
- Wee
- Diminutive
LOVE
- Admire
- Adore
- Appreciate
- Cherish
- Enjoy
- Fancy
- Dote on
- Honour
- Respect
- Savor
- Like
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RICH
- Wealthy
- Prosperous
- Affluent
- Well-off/better off (informal)
- Well-heeled
- Fat cat
- Flush
- Loaded (Slang)
- Well-to-do
- Opulent
- Deep-pocketed
- In the money
- Well-fixed
- Moneyed
FUNNY
- Amusing
- Comical
- Droll
- Entertaining
- Farcical
- Gleeful
- Good-humoured
- Goofy
- Hilarious
- Humorous
- Jocular
- Laughable
- Ludicrous
- Nonsensical
- Sidesplitting
- Whimsical
- Hysterical
- Witty
BIG
- Towering
- Huge
- Large
- Great
- Gigantic
- Immense
- Colossal
- Giant
- Massive
- Tremendous
- Enormous
- Mammoth
- Hefty
- Full
MAKE
- Assemble
- Brew
- Build
- Concoct
- Construct
- Create
- Devise
- Forge
- Invent
- Prepare
ASK
- Beseech
- Implore
- Inquire
- Petition
- Query
- Question
- Solicit
- Summon
- Urge
BRING
- Bear
- Carry
- Deliver
- Fetch
- Gather
- Haul
- Lug
- Move
- Tote
- Transport
- Usher
CHOOSE
- Adopt
- Appoint
- Cast
- Designate
- Determine
- Elect
- Extract
- Name
- Nominate
- Pick
- Select
FIND
- Ascertain
- Acquire
- Detect
- Discover
- Encounter
- Locate
- Obtain
- Pinpoint
- Procure
- Spot
- Unearth
GIVE
- Administer
- Allow
- Award
- Bequeath
- Bestow
- Dispense
- Donate
- Entrust
- Grant
- Remit
IMPORTANT
- Chief
- Critical
- Crucial
- Essential
- Fundamental
- Meaningful
- Momentous
- Primary
- Paramount
- Significant
- Vital
REALLY
- Absolutely
- Actually
- Certainly
- Extremely
- Genuinely
- Honestly
- Positively
- Precisely
- Surely
- Truly
- Verily
SEE
- Behold
- Detect
- Examine
- Gape
- Glimpse
- Note
- Observe
- Recognize
- Spot
- View
- Witness
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THINK
- Assume
- Deem
- Feel
- Foresee
- Presume
- Realize
- Reckon
- Sense
- Surmise
- Suspect
VERY
- Absolutely
- Decidedly
- Extremely
- Exceedingly
- Genuinely
- Highly
- Particularly
- Tremendously
- Truly
- Uncommonly
- Veritably
FAST
- Accelerated
- Active
- Agile
- Brisk
- Nimble
- Quick
- Speedy
- Swift
INTERESTING
- Compelling
- Engrossing
- Fascinating
- Striking
- Intriguing
- Engaging
- Absorbing
- Diverting
- Amusing
- Entertaining
- Gripping
- Enthralling
- Riveting
- Captivating
AFRAID
- Tense
- Shaky
- Panicky
- Terrified
- Frightened
- Fearful
- Scared
- Shell-shocked
- Horror
- Horrified
- Timid
- Timid
- Chicken out
- Horror-struck
ATTRACTIVE
- Gorgeous
- Good-looking
- Beautiful
- Cute
- Lovely
- Pretty
- Alluring
- Stunning
- Handsome
- Glamorous
Types of Descriptive Words
Descriptive Words to Describe People
Amiable
- Meaning: having a friendly and pleasant manner
- Synonyms: friendly, affable, congenial
Ambitious
- Meaning: having a strong desire and determination to succeed
- Synonyms: driven, motivated, aspiring
Charismatic
- Meaning: possessing a magnetic and attractive personality
- Synonyms: captivating, charming, alluring
Creative
- Meaning: having the ability to produce original and imaginative ideas
- Synonyms: inventive, innovative, imaginative
Empathetic
- Meaning: able to understand and share the feelings of others
- Synonyms: compassionate, sympathetic, understanding
Enthusiastic
- Meaning: showing intense and eager enjoyment or interest
- Synonyms: passionate, excited, zealous
Humorous
- Meaning: having or showing a sense of humor
- Synonyms: funny, witty, amusing
Independent
- Meaning: self-sufficient and not relying on others for help or support
- Synonyms: self-reliant, autonomous, self-sustaining
Intelligent
- Meaning: having the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills
- Synonyms: clever, smart, knowledgeable
Optimistic
- Meaning: having a positive outlook on life and believing in the best possible outcome
- Synonyms: hopeful, positive, upbeat
Resourceful
- Meaning: able to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties
- Synonyms: inventive, adaptable, ingenious
Trustworthy
- Meaning: able to be relied on as honest and truthful
- Synonyms: dependable, reliable, honest
Descriptive Words to Describe Yourself
Analytical
- Meaning: methodical and logical in thinking and problem-solving
- Synonyms: logical, systematic, rational
Creative
- Meaning: having the ability to produce original and imaginative ideas
- Synonyms: inventive, innovative, imaginative
Diligent
- Meaning: showing care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties
- Synonyms: hardworking, industrious, thorough
Empathetic
- Meaning: able to understand and share the feelings of others
- Synonyms: compassionate, sympathetic, understanding
Independent
- Meaning: self-sufficient and not relying on others for help or support
- Synonyms: self-reliant, autonomous, self-sustaining
Innovative
- Meaning: introducing new ideas or methods to solve problems
- Synonyms: original, inventive, creative
Intuitive
- Meaning: able to understand or know something instinctively
- Synonyms: perceptive, insightful, instinctive
Logical
- Meaning: based on reason or facts rather than emotions or intuition
- Synonyms: rational, analytical, reasonable
Patient
- Meaning: able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering
- Synonyms: forbearing, tolerant, composed
Resourceful
- Meaning: able to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties
- Synonyms: inventive, adaptable, ingenious
Self-motivated
- Meaning: driven by one’s own initiative and ambition
- Synonyms: self-driven, ambitious, motivated
Versatile
- Meaning: able to adapt to many different functions or activities
- Synonyms: flexible, adaptable, multi-talented
Descriptive Words to Describe Someone’s Feelings
Anxious
- Meaning: feeling worried, uneasy, or nervous
- Synonyms: worried, apprehensive, uneasy
Blissful
- Meaning: extremely happy and joyful
- Synonyms: ecstatic, elated, euphoric
Content
- Meaning: feeling satisfied and happy with one’s current situation
- Synonyms: satisfied, fulfilled, happy
Depressed
- Meaning: feeling sad and lacking in energy or enthusiasm
- Synonyms: sad, gloomy, downcast
Ecstatic
- Meaning: feeling extremely happy and excited
- Synonyms: thrilled, overjoyed, elated
Grateful
- Meaning: feeling thankful and appreciative
- Synonyms: thankful, appreciative, indebted
Heartbroken
- Meaning: feeling intense sadness or grief
- Synonyms: devastated, bereaved, sorrowful
Joyful
- Meaning: feeling great happiness and delight
- Synonyms: elated, gleeful, jubilant
Melancholy
- Meaning: feeling a thoughtful or gentle sadness
- Synonyms: sad, pensive, contemplative
Numb
- Meaning: lacking in emotion or feeling
- Synonyms: indifferent, unresponsive, apathetic
Overwhelmed
- Meaning: feeling completely overcome or overpowered
- Synonyms: swamped, inundated, snowed under
Serene
- Meaning: feeling calm, peaceful, and untroubled
- Synonyms: tranquil, composed, peaceful
Descriptive Words to Describe Food
Appetizing
- Meaning: appealing or stimulating to the taste or smell
- Synonyms: delicious, mouth-watering, tempting
Aromatic
- Meaning: having a pleasant and distinctive smell or taste
- Synonyms: fragrant, flavorful, pungent
Delectable
- Meaning: extremely pleasing to the taste or palate
- Synonyms: tasty, scrumptious, delightful
Flavorful
- Meaning: having a strong or distinct taste or flavor
- Synonyms: tasty, savory, delicious
Fresh
- Meaning: recently made or obtained, not stale or spoiled
- Synonyms: new, just picked, recently caught
Nutritious
- Meaning: providing essential nutrients for growth and health
- Synonyms: healthy, nourishing, wholesome
Rich
- Meaning: having a high content of a particular ingredient
- Synonyms: creamy, dense, full-bodied
Savory
- Meaning: having a pleasant, salty or spicy taste
- Synonyms: tasty, flavorful, appetizing
Spicy
- Meaning: having a strong, hot flavor or taste
- Synonyms: piquant, zesty, fiery
Sweet
- Meaning: having a taste resembling sugar, honey, or syrup
- Synonyms: sugary, honeyed, saccharine
Tangy
- Meaning: having a sharp, sour, or acidic flavor or taste
- Synonyms: zesty, pungent, tart
Tender
- Meaning: easily chewed or cut, not tough or stringy
- Synonyms: soft, succulent, juicy
Descriptive Words to Describe a Place
Breathtaking
- Meaning: stunningly beautiful or impressive
- Synonyms: awe-inspiring, magnificent, spectacular
Charming
- Meaning: attractive or delightful in a small or delicate way
- Synonyms: quaint, picturesque, enchanting
Cosy
- Meaning: giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
- Synonyms: comfortable, snug, homey
Idyllic
- Meaning: extremely picturesque and peaceful, like an idealized rural setting
- Synonyms: pastoral, rustic, serene
Majestic
- Meaning: having impressive beauty or dignity
- Synonyms: grand, regal, magnificent
Picturesque
- Meaning: visually attractive, especially in a quaint or charming way
- Synonyms: scenic, beautiful, charming
Pristine
- Meaning: pure and untouched by human influence or pollution
- Synonyms: unspoiled, immaculate, untouched
Secluded
- Meaning: hidden away from view or isolated from others
- Synonyms: isolated, private, remote
Serene
- Meaning: calm, peaceful, and untroubled
- Synonyms: tranquil, composed, peaceful
Sprawling
- Meaning: spreading over a wide area
- Synonyms: expansive, extensive, vast
Vibrant
- Meaning: full of life, energy, and activity
- Synonyms: lively, dynamic, bustling
Welcoming
- Meaning: creating a sense of warmth and hospitality
- Synonyms: hospitable, inviting, friendly
Descriptive Words to Describe the Weather
Blustery
- Meaning: characterized by strong winds and heavy gusts
- Synonyms: windy, gusty, stormy
Chilly
- Meaning: uncomfortably cool or cold
- Synonyms: cold, crisp, brisk
Drizzly
- Meaning: characterized by light, steady rain
- Synonyms: rainy, misty, wet
Foggy
- Meaning: covered or filled with thick, heavy mist or fog
- Synonyms: misty, hazy, murky
Humid
- Meaning: having a high level of moisture in the air
- Synonyms: damp, muggy, sticky
Scorching
- Meaning: extremely hot and dry
- Synonyms: sweltering, blistering, boiling
Sunny
- Meaning: characterized by clear, bright sunlight
- Synonyms: bright, clear, radiant
Torrential
- Meaning: characterized by heavy rainfall
- Synonyms: heavy, intense, downpour
Windy
- Meaning: characterized by strong winds
- Synonyms: breezy, gusty, blustery
Wintry
- Meaning: characteristic of winter weather, cold and snowy
- Synonyms: snowy, icy, frigid
Muggy
- Meaning: uncomfortably warm and humid
- Synonyms: sticky, clammy, sultry
Overcast
- Meaning: covered or obscured by clouds, lacking in sunlight
- Synonyms: cloudy, gloomy, dull
Descriptive Words to Describe Art
Abstract
- Meaning: art that is not representational or based on external reality
- Synonyms: nonrepresentational, nonobjective, conceptual
Aesthetic
- Meaning: concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
- Synonyms: artistic, pleasing, tasteful
Captivating
- Meaning: attracting and holding attention or interest
- Synonyms: alluring, intriguing, fascinating
Colorful
- Meaning: full of bright or rich colors
- Synonyms: vibrant, vivid, brilliant
Dramatic
- Meaning: intense, emotional, or striking
- Synonyms: theatrical, powerful, intense
Expressive
- Meaning: conveying emotion or feeling through visual or verbal means
- Synonyms: emotional, evocative, powerful
Intricate
- Meaning: having complex and detailed patterns or shapes
- Synonyms: elaborate, complex, detailed
Majestic
- Meaning: having impressive beauty or dignity
- Synonyms: grand, regal, magnificent
Playful
- Meaning: full of fun and humor, not serious
- Synonyms: whimsical, lighthearted, jovial
Realistic
- Meaning: closely resembling or depicting real life
- Synonyms: lifelike, naturalistic, realistic
Serene
- Meaning: having a sense of calm or peace
- Synonyms: tranquil, peaceful, calm
Timeless
- Meaning: not affected by the passage of time
- Synonyms: classic, eternal, enduring
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