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Adjectives commonly used to describe "wind" — vivid descriptors for richer, more specific prose.
(adj)
(loosely) Possessing power, might, or strength.
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(of a thing) Having a low temperature.
(n)
The direction of the earth's rotation, specifically 90°.
The direction opposite to that of the earth's rotation, specifically 270°.
Of or pertaining to the sun; proceeding from the sun.
Physically elevated, extending above a base or average level:
Unblemished (figuratively or literally); clean and pure; innocent.
Small in size.
Relating to heat and conditions which produce it.
(physics, uncountable) Electromagnetic radiation in the wavelength range visible to the human eye (about 400–750 nanometers): visible light.
Of a somewhat high temperature, often but not always connoting that the high temperature is pleasant rather than uncomfortable.
Pertaining to, resembling, or abounding in ice; cold; frosty.
Newly produced or obtained; recent.
(informal, of a person) Knowing what to do and how to behave; behaving with effortless and enviable style and panache; considered popular by others.
Having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).
Easily giving way under pressure.
Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.
Free from or lacking moisture.
Very strong; possessing might.
(slang) Calm, relaxed, easygoing.
(of wind) Coming from the west.
Involving physical conflict.
Facing the east; directed towards the east.
Indicative of unkind or malevolent intentions; harsh, cruel.
Expressing or indicating favour or goodwill; approving, encouraging.
Full of liveliness and activity; characterized by quickness of motion or action.
Exceedingly violent, severe, ferocious, cruel or savage.
The intercardinal compass point halfway between west and north; specifically at a bearing of 315°.
Terminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded.
Untamed; not domesticated.
Facing the south; directed towards the south.
US standard spelling of favourable. [Apt to win favour; pleasing.]
Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.
(of an object) Rigid; hard to bend; inflexible.
(of any physical thing) Having great weight.
Opposite; in an opposite direction; in opposition; adverse.
Causing a stinging sensation.
Facing the north; directed towards the north.
(meteorology) Relating to the balance, in the atmosphere, between the horizontal Coriolis forces and the horizontal pressure forces.
Of wind: blowing in gusts; blustery; tempestuous.
The intercardinal compass point halfway between south and west; specifically at a bearing of 225°.
Characterized by, or proceeding from, a storm; subject to storms; agitated with strong winds and heavy rain.
Occurring quickly with little or no warning or expectation; instantly.
Minor; small in amount
Cold enough to cause discomfort.
Someone connected by blood, marriage, or adoption; someone in the same family.
In a state between dry and wet; moderately wet; moist.
(v)
To intend.
Feeling great anger; raging; violent.
(cooking) (of food) Not cooked.
(adv)
Sufficiently.
Made up of liquid or moisture, usually (but not always) water.
(by extension) Exceptional, exceptionally good.
Not excessive; acting in moderation
The intercardinal compass point halfway between east and south; specifically at a bearing of 135°.
(uncountable) The buying and selling of goods and services on a market.
Not smooth; uneven.
Unhappy; cheerless; miserable; emotionally desolate.
Suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy.
Tasting of sugars.
Very unpleasant; disagreeable.
(comparable) From a higher position to a lower one; downwards.
Clear or manifest to the understanding; plain; evident; obvious; known; palpable; indubitable.
Unpleasantly rough to the touch or other senses.
A slope or incline.
Related to, associated with, or similar to zones.
Intending to harm; malevolent.
Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
(countable) The time when the Sun is below the horizon when the sky is dark.
(of food, drink, or a drug) Not sharp or bitter; not strong in flavor.
Not engaged in any occupation or employment; unemployed; inactive; doing nothing in particular.
Causing mild fear.