Adjective
pivotal
IPA /ˈpɪvətəl/
Extremely important because it strongly influences how a situation develops or whether an activity or plan succeeds.
See example sentence: pivotal
That conversation was a pivotal moment in our friendship.
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Adjective
placid
IPA /ˈplæsɪd/
Usually calm and not easily upset, excited or angered by events or by the behaviour of people around you.
See example sentence: placid
Our placid dog stayed relaxed while the children played nearby.
Adjective
feasible
IPA /ˈfiːzəbəl/
Possible to carry out successfully when you consider the time, money, skills and other resources that are available.
See example sentence: feasible
A weekend trip is feasible if we share the travel costs.
Noun
empathy
IPA /ˈɛmpəθɪ/
The ability to understand another person's feelings by imagining their experience and how you might feel in their situation.
See example sentence: empathy
Listening without interrupting helped her show empathy for her upset friend.
Adjective
tentative
IPA /ˈtɛntətɪv/
Not yet definite or fully agreed, and therefore likely to need confirmation or possibly change as more information becomes available.
See example sentence: tentative
We made tentative plans for a picnic, depending on the weather.
Adjective
amiable
IPA /ˈeɪmɪəbəl/
Friendly and pleasant in the way you behave towards other people, making it easy for them to enjoy your company.
See example sentence: amiable
The amiable shopkeeper remembered our names and always asked about our day.
Adjective
auspicious
IPA /ɔːˈspɪʃəs/
Suggesting that something is likely to develop well or succeed, especially because its beginning or early signs are encouraging.
See example sentence: auspicious
Meeting such friendly neighbours was an auspicious start to life in our new flat.
Adjective
instrumental
IPA /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəl/
Playing an important part in making something happen or helping a person, group or plan achieve a particular result.
See example sentence: instrumental
My neighbour was instrumental in helping us find our missing cat.
Adjective
unflappable
IPA /ʌnˈflæpəbəl/
Able to stay calm and think clearly when unexpected problems arise, even when other people become worried or upset.
See example sentence: unflappable
My unflappable aunt calmly found another route when we got lost.
Adjective
viable
IPA /ˈvaɪəbl/
Able to work successfully in real conditions, with a practical chance of achieving its purpose or continuing over time.
See example sentence: viable
Taking the train is a viable alternative if our car needs repairs.
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