bustling
Full of busy activity, noise, and energy
The bustling market was full of people buying vegetables and fruit.
close-knit community
A group of people who know each other well and support each other
In their close-knit community, neighbors always helped each other during difficult times.
cosmopolitan
Containing people from many different countries and cultures
London is a cosmopolitan city where you can hear dozens of languages every day.
historic
Important in history, or very old and significant
We visited the historic castle that was built over five hundred years ago.
industrial hub
A central place where a lot of manufacturing and business activity takes place
The city became an industrial hub after several large factories were built there in the 1960s.
laid-back
Relaxed and not worried about things; easygoing
The town had a laid-back atmosphere where people moved slowly and enjoyed life.
metropolitan
Relating to a large, important city and the areas around it
New York is one of the most well-known metropolitan areas in the world.
modern
Relating to the present time, using new ideas, styles, or technology
The modern apartment building had solar panels on the roof.
overcrowded
Containing too many people or things, more than is comfortable or safe
The train was so overcrowded that passengers had to stand in the aisles.
picturesque
Visually attractive and beautiful, like a painting
The picturesque village with its colorful houses attracted many photographers.
polluted
Made dirty and harmful by chemicals, waste, or other substances
The river was so polluted that no fish could survive in it anymore.
rural
Relating to the countryside, away from cities and towns
She grew up in a rural village where everyone knew each other.
scenic
Having beautiful natural views or landscapes
We took a scenic drive through the mountains and stopped to take many photos.
secluded
Far away from other people or places, quiet and private
They found a secluded beach where no other tourists were present.
suburban
Relating to a suburb, which is a residential area on the edge of a city
They moved to a suburban neighborhood where their children could play safely outside.
tourist destination
A place that many people travel to visit for pleasure or interest
Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.
tranquil
Calm, quiet, and peaceful
We sat by the tranquil lake and enjoyed the silence of nature.
urban sprawl
The uncontrolled spread of a city into the surrounding countryside
Urban sprawl has destroyed many forests and farmlands around the capital city.
vibrant
Full of energy, excitement, and life
The city has a vibrant nightlife with music, dancing, and restaurants open late.
well-maintained
Kept in good condition through regular care and attention
The well-maintained park had clean paths, healthy trees, and bright flowers.
Complete each sentence with the correct word from the word bank.
Antonyms are word pairs whose meanings are opposite or nearly opposite. Rise and fall are antonyms. From each group of four words below, click the two that are antonyms.