Remove -e, add -ous (except -ge)
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famous |
The new building was to be designed by a famous architect.
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nervous |
The creaking of the floor boards made me feel nervous.
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ridiculous |
The clown looks ridiculous in those big shoes.
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carnivorous |
Carnivorous animals only eat meat.
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herbivorous |
Herbivorous animals are vegetarians.
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porous |
If something is porous it has very small holes through which liquid or air may pass.
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adventurous |
I'm trying to be more adventurous with my cooking.
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courageous |
The soldiers were courageous in battle.
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outrageous |
It was outrageous how rude he was.
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advantageous |
Being well prepared can be very advantageous.
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