IPA /kənˈsɪstənt/
Continuing to behave or perform in a similar way over time, with a steady approach or standard that does not change unpredictably.
See example sentence: consistent
A consistent bedtime routine helps us settle down each evening.
IPA /ˌriːəˈʃʊə/
To help someone feel less worried or more confident by saying or doing something that addresses their fear or uncertainty.
See example sentence: reassure
I called to reassure my parents that I had arrived safely.
IPA /kənˈstrʌktɪv/
Helpful in making something better or solving a problem, especially by offering practical ideas about what could change.
See example sentence: constructive
We had a constructive conversation about sharing the chores more fairly.
IPA /pəˈspɛktɪv/
A way of thinking about or understanding something that is influenced by your experiences, beliefs or position in a situation.
See example sentence: perspective
Hearing my sister's perspective helped me understand why she was upset.
IPA /spɒnˈteɪnɪəs/
Done because of a sudden wish or feeling, without being planned or arranged carefully before the moment it happens.
See example sentence: spontaneous
We took a spontaneous trip to the beach after breakfast.
IPA /rɪˈfaɪn/
To improve something that already exists by making small, careful changes to its details, design or way of working.
See example sentence: refine
I want to refine this recipe before cooking it for our guests.
IPA /əˈtɛntɪv/
Paying close attention to what someone is saying or what is happening, so that you notice and understand the important details.
See example sentence: attentive
The children were attentive while their grandfather explained the board game.
IPA /fʊlˈfɪlmənt/
A deep feeling of satisfaction that comes from doing something meaningful, developing your abilities or achieving a goal that matters to you.
See example sentence: fulfilment
She finds fulfilment in teaching her grandchildren how to cook.
IPA /ˈkɔːʃəs/
Careful about what you do because you want to avoid danger, mistakes or other problems that might happen.
See example sentence: cautious
I'm cautious about buying expensive things from shops I don't know.
IPA /səˈsteɪn/
To keep an activity, condition or level of effort going over time, rather than allowing it to weaken or stop.
See example sentence: sustain
Sharing the cooking helps us sustain our weekly family dinners.