Set 4

Written By English w/ Nabi

  1. practical

  2. effective

  3. reliable

  4. accurate

  5. appropriate

  6. realistic

  7. flexible

  8. constructive

  9. thorough

  10. concise

Set 4

31. practical

Meaning: Useful and realistic.
When we use it: Use it when something works well in real life.
How we use it: practical solution / practical advice / practical approach
Example:
That is a practical solution for a busy schedule.

32. effective

Meaning: Producing the result you want.
When we use it: Use it when something works well or helps reach a goal.
How we use it: effective method / effective strategy / effective communication
Example:
Clear examples are an effective way to teach new words.

33. reliable

Meaning: Able to be trusted or depended on.
When we use it: Use it when a person, source, system, or method can be counted on.
How we use it: reliable source / reliable worker / reliable information
Example:
The article came from a reliable source.

34. accurate

Meaning: Correct and exact.
When we use it: Use it when information, numbers, answers, or details are correct.
How we use it: accurate information / accurate answer / accurate description
Example:
The report needs accurate information.

35. appropriate

Meaning: Suitable for the situation.
When we use it: Use it when something fits the person, place, tone, or purpose.
How we use it: appropriate response / appropriate word / appropriate behavior
Example:
That response is appropriate for a professional email.

36. realistic

Meaning: Possible and reasonable in real life.
When we use it: Use it when a plan, goal, deadline, or expectation can actually happen.
How we use it: realistic goal / realistic plan / realistic expectation
Example:
We need a realistic deadline for this project.

37. flexible

Meaning: Able to change when needed.
When we use it: Use it when someone or something can adjust to different needs or situations.
How we use it: flexible schedule / flexible plan / flexible approach
Example:
A flexible schedule helps students with different needs.

38. constructive

Meaning: Helpful and meant to improve something.
When we use it: Use it when feedback, comments, or conversations are useful instead of just negative.
How we use it: constructive feedback / constructive criticism / constructive conversation
Example:
The teacher gave constructive feedback on the essay.

39. thorough

Meaning: Complete and careful.
When we use it: Use it when something is done with attention to all important details.
How we use it: thorough review / thorough explanation / thorough check
Example:
She gave a thorough explanation of the problem.

40. concise

Meaning: Short but clear.
When we use it: Use it when writing or speaking without extra words.
How we use it: concise answer / concise summary / concise explanation
Example:
His summary was concise and easy to understand.

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