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dubious

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probably not honest; that you cannot be sure about, probably not good => be of dubious benefit, be of dubious character

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be willing and able

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Are you willing and able to do what is necessary?

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accomplished (adj)

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very good at a particular thing, having a lot of skills
Ex: an accomplished artist/actor/chef

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accommodating = obliging = helpful to sb

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wiling to help and do things for other people

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amiable (adj)

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pleasant, friendly and easy to like

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aloof (adj) = remote = distant

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not friendly or interested in other people
ex: stay aloof

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articulate (adj)

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good at expressing ideas or feelings clearly in words
Ex: The teachers help the children to be more articulate about their strengths and weaknesses.

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assertive (adj)

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expressing opinions or desires strongly and with confidence, so that people take notice

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charitable

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kind in your attitude to other people, especially when you are judging them
Ex:) Less charitable accounts of his character say he was vain and selfish.

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clean-living (adj)

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(of a person) living a healthy life, by not drinking alcohol, not having sex with a lot of different people, etc.

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come out of yourself

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to relax and become more confident and friendly with other people

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domineering (adj)

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trying to control other people without considering their opinions or feelings
Ex: a domineering manner

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