SAT Word Skills 5 - Aralin 29

lacking seriousness and respect on a serious matter in an attempt to appear humorous or clever

walang pakialam

potent and exuding power, influence, or impact

makapangyarihan

a large, black, and white bird belonging to the family of storks, found in Asia and Africa

adjutant

seeing things outside the reach or capability of natural senses

clairvoyant

defiant and not willing to follow the rules or any kind of authority

paghihimagsik

(of an act) clearly offensive, outrageous, or shocking

marumi

being optimistic and behaving in a cheerful manner

masigla

showy and seeking attention through dramatic gestures or displays

mapanlik

(of an animal) in a suspended or slowed mode of physical activity due to environmental conditions

natutulog

being protected from or having a high degree of resistance to something, such as an infection or disease

resistente

reluctant to submit to an authority or follow rules

tinutukso

obviously and offensively loud or noisy

matindi

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

may kaugnayan

exerting power, influence, or dominance

namumuno

surpassing what is needed or required, and so, no longer of use

sobra

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

makaantig

showing firmness in one's opinions and refusing to be swayed or influenced

matibay

devoid of even the smallest trace of bravery or courage

takot