Personality Traits and Descriptions
This idiom describes someone who is very practical, realistic, and humble.
down to earth
When someone is extremely jealous, they are said to be this.
green with envy
"This idiom describes something that combines two excellent features or advantages."
the best of both worlds
When you have permission to proceed with a plan or action, you might say you’ve been given this.
green light
"If someone avoids responsibility for a mistake or problem, you could say they were let go like this.
let me off the hook
A person who is very sociable and loves mingling in crowds is often known as this.
social butterfly
If someone uses words that are vivid, sometimes including swear words or strong expressions, they might use this type of language.
colorful language
"When something happens only on very rare occasions, it’s described with this celestial phrase."
once in a blue moon
"If two people agree completely on a topic, you’d say they do this."
see eye to eye
"When someone experiences the same unpleasant treatment they’ve given others, they’re said to get this."
a taste of their own medicine
Someone who gets angry easily and has a quick temper is said to be this.
hot-headed
If someone is considered different or an outsider in their family or group, they are called this.
black sheep
"If you ever see a pig do this, then you'll know that something impossible has happened."
when pigs fly
"Something very simple or easy to do is often described with this phrase."
a piece of cake
"If you decide to end your work or task for the day, you might say this."
call it a day
When someone is exceptionally kind and generous, you might say they have this.
a heart of gold
When someone suddenly becomes very angry, you could say they do this."
see red
"This phrase describes something very expensive, as though it cost part of your body."
cost an arm and a leg
If someone is in very good health and feeling well, they might say they are this.
in the pink
"When you make something even worse by adding hurtful or negative comments, it’s like doing this."
add insult to injury
A person who shows little emotion or is unfriendly might be called this.
cold fish
When something happens suddenly and unexpectedly, it’s described using this phrase.
out of the blue
"When the person you’re talking about unexpectedly shows up, you might say this."
speak of the devil
"To be exactly right about something"
Hit the nail on the head
"To save time or money by skipping important steps is known as doing this."
cutting corners