Laid-back
Usage: informal
Meaning: Relaxed and easygoing
Sentence:
1. Thailand is called the ‘land of smiles’ and its inhabitants are refreshingly laid-back.
2. He lost the job, yet was quite laid-back about it.
Lullaby
Pronunciation: luh-luh-by (as in buy)
Meaning: a good night song/soothing music usually played for children
Sentence:
1. The child was crying, but her mom’s lullaby soothed him.
2. Naashu had been feeling restless since morning, but her dad’s lullaby lulled her to sleep.
3. The piece of music Edward played for Bella in the movie Twilight has been my favorite lullaby for a long time.
Livid
Meaning: 1. extremely angry
2. purple or dark blue color, usually caused by an injury.
Sentence:
1. Mary was livid when she lost her favorite toy.
2. James got a livid bruise on his forehead after falling down the staircase.