sulava — meaning in English
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English meaning
- fluid noun A substance, such as a liquid or gas, that flows and takes the shape of its container.
- graceful adjective Moving or shaped in a smooth, elegant way.
- loose adj Not firmly attached, fixed, or fitting tightly.
- sinuous adj Having curves in alternate directions; meandering.
- smooth adjective Having an even surface, free of bumps or roughness.
- suave adj Charming, smooth-mannered, and confident, sometimes in a way that feels a little too polished to be trusted.
Senses
sulava is used for these senses in English:
- fluid Moving smoothly, or giving the impression of a liquid in motion.
- graceful Having or showing grace in movement, shape, or proportion.
- loose Relaxed.
- sinuous Moving gracefully and in a supple manner.
- smooth Suave; sophisticated.
- smooth (of a motion) Unbroken.
- smooth operator (idiomatic) A person who accomplishes tasks with efficiency and grace, especially one with verbal skills who is persuasive in interpersonal relationships, negotiation, etc.
- suave (of a person) Charming though often in a manner that is insincere or sophisticated. [from 1830s]
fluid — full definition
- noun A substance, such as a liquid or gas, that flows and takes the shape of its container.
- adj Changing easily or continuously; not fixed.
- adj Moving smoothly and gracefully.
graceful — full definition
- adjective Moving or shaped in a smooth, elegant way.
- adjective Handling a difficult situation with dignity, humility, and good manners.
- adjective Happening smoothly and without sudden disruption.