decisive -
Being able to make decisions quickly and confidently.
The final battle of the war was decisive in achieving victory because the enemy was taken by surprise and was totally unprepared.
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punctual -
On time; arriving or happening at exactly the time that has been arranged.
If you don't want to miss a train, you have to be punctual in arriving at the train station, and not be even a minute late.
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foolproof -
A plan that is so clever that it is certain to succeed.
The robbers felt they had a plan to rob Monte Carlo that was foollproof.
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verbal -
Being good at expressing ideas and feelings with words.
When he was on a date, he had trouble being verbal and expressing his thoughts and feelings.
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methodical -
Done by using a careful and organized procedure; working in a very careful and organized way.
Warren Buffet built his financial empire in a methodical way, carefully examining everything about a company before investing in it.
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
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thrifty -
Being careful about not wasting things or spending too much money
Mr. and Mrs. Jones were very thrifty, and were able to retire with a nice nestegg.
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diligent -
Showing care and effort in one's work or duties
The teacher was sure that Max would do well on the law boards because Max was so diligent in his tests and papers.
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erudite -
Having or showing deep, extensive knowledge gained from study and reading.
The professor gave an erudite lecture on ancient philosophy that clarified many complex topics.
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clairvoyant -
Having the supposed ability to perceive things beyond normal human senses, especially future events (psychic).
Her clairvoyant instincts helped her predict the outcome of the business deal.
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vigilant -
Watchful and quick to notice things, especially for protection or safety
The community stayed vigilant after recent reports of theft in the area
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uncanny -
Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way
Some people have noted Nicolas Cage's uncanny resemblance to a person from the 1800s.
