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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 21

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flaccid
flaccid
[Adjetivo]

lacking strength, often referring to muscles or tissues

fláccido

fláccido

Ex: Without regular exercise, her thighs became flaccid and prone to fatigue during physical activity. 

Sin ejercicio regular, sus muslos se volvieron flácidos y propensos a la fatiga durante la actividad física.

convex
convex
[Adjetivo]

having a surface that is curved outward

convexo

convexo

Ex: The surface of the shield was convex, designed to deflect arrows and other projectiles. 

La superficie del escudo era convexa, diseñada para desviar flechas y otros proyectiles.

pliant
pliant
[Adjetivo]

easily influenced or adaptable, often suggesting a willingness to comply or be molded by others

manejable

manejable

Ex: As a parent, she encouraged her children to be independent thinkers rather than pliant followers, valuing their ability to make their own choices. 

Como madre, animó a sus hijos a ser pensadores independientes en lugar de seguidores dóciles, valorando su capacidad para tomar sus propias decisiones.

derelict
derelict
[Adjetivo]

having a poor condition, often because of being abandoned or neglected for a long time

deplorable

deplorable

Ex: A derelict ship was found drifting near the coast. 

Un barco abandonado fue encontrado a la deriva cerca de la costa.

stark
stark
[Adjetivo]

completely bare or extreme, without any embellishment or disguise

absoluto

absoluto

Ex: In the desert, the contrast between the scorching sun and the icy nights was stark. 

En el desierto, el contraste entre el sol abrasador y las noches heladas era marcado.

obese
obese
[Adjetivo]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

obeso

obeso

Ex: The study focused on the dietary habits of obese individuals. 

El estudio se centró en los hábitos alimenticios de las personas obesas.

auburn
auburn
[Adjetivo]

brownish-red in color, often used to refer to hair

castaño rojizo

castaño rojizo

warlike
warlike
[Adjetivo]

relating to military operations or tactics

belicoso

belicoso

Ex: The government invested heavily in warlike technology to ensure national security. 

El gobierno invirtió fuertemente en tecnología bélica para garantizar la seguridad nacional.

devoid
devoid
[Adjetivo]

entirely lacking or empty of a particular quality or element

desprovisto

desprovisto

Ex: The garden was devoid of flowers in the winter months, with only bare branches visible. 

El jardín estaba desprovisto de flores en los meses de invierno, con solo ramas desnudas visibles.

avid
avid
[Adjetivo]

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

ávido

ávido

Ex: He's an avid sports fan, never missing a game of his favorite team. 

Es un ávido fanático del deporte, que nunca se pierde un partido de su equipo favorito.

adept
adept
[Adjetivo]

highly skilled, proficient, or talented in a particular activity or field

experto

experto

Ex: The adept architect seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetic appeal in their designs. 

El arquitecto experto combina a la perfección la funcionalidad con el atractivo estético en sus diseños.

nude
nude
[Adjetivo]

not having any clothing

desnudo

desnudo

Ex: Feeling comfortable in her own skin, she spent lazy weekends at home lounging around nude. 

Sintiéndose cómoda en su propia piel, pasaba los fines de semana perezosos en casa relajándose desnuda.

droll
droll
[Adjetivo]

amusing in an unconventional, whimsical, or quirky manner

gracioso

gracioso

Ex: His droll sense of humor often caught people off guard, leaving them chuckling long after the conversation ended. 

Su peculiar sentido del humor extraño a menudo tomaba a la gente por sorpresa, dejándolos riendo mucho tiempo después de que terminara la conversación.

azure
azure
[Adjetivo]

having a bright blue color resembling the clear sky

azur, celeste

azur, celeste

gallant
gallant
[Adjetivo]

(of a man or his manners) behaving with courtesy and politeness toward women

gallardo

gallardo

Ex: Despite the rain, he shielded her with his umbrella in a gallant display of chivalry. 

A pesar de la lluvia, la protegió con su paraguas en un galante despliegue de caballerosidad.

meek
meek
[Adjetivo]

gentle, submissive, or easily influenced, often lacking assertiveness or aggression

manso

manso

Ex: Tomorrow's meeting will likely require a meek approach to navigate the sensitive topics without causing conflict. 

Es probable que la reunión de mañana requiera un enfoque manso para abordar los temas delicados sin causar conflicto.

lurid
lurid
[Adjetivo]

depicted in a violent manner, emphasizing the extreme nature of violence or brutality

horripilante

horripilante

Ex: The history book recounted the lurid details of medieval torture methods, describing in vivid detail the brutality inflicted upon prisoners. 

El libro de historia relataba los detalles lúgubres de los métodos de tortura medievales, describiendo con vívido detalle la brutalidad infligida a los prisioneros.

debonair
debonair
[Adjetivo]

(particularly of a man) handsome, stylish and full of confidence

gallardo, cortés

gallardo, cortés

Ex: Her date arrived looking debonair, making a great impression. 

Su cita llegó luciendo elegante, causando una gran impresión.

inland
inland
[Adverbio]

into or toward the interior of a country or region

en el interior

en el interior

Ex: The national park is located inland, surrounded by mountains and forests. 

El parque nacional está ubicado en el interior, rodeado de montañas y bosques.

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