(~s, ~er, ~est)
Frequency: The word is one of the 1500 most common words in English.
1.
A ~ person is homosexual.
The quality of life for ~ men has improved over the last two decades.
...the ~ community.
? straight
ADJ: usu ADJ n
•
Gays are homosexual people, especially homosexual men.
More importantly, ~s have proved themselves to be style leaders.
N-PLURAL
~ness
...Mike’s admission of his ~ness.
N-UNCOUNT
2.
A ~ person is fun to be with because they are lively and cheerful. (OLD-FASHIONED)
I am happy and free, in good health, ~ and cheerful.
ADJ
3.
A ~ object is brightly coloured and pretty to look at. (OLD-FASHIONED)
I like ~, relaxing paintings.
= cheerful
ADJ