Compétences Lexicales SAT 5 - Leçon 29

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

having great power or influence, especially in a commanding or dignified way

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

(of a person) seeing things outside the reach or capability of natural senses

resisting authority, control, or guidance

so obviously wrong or immoral that it provokes shock

cheerful and lively in spirit

showy and seeking attention through dramatic gestures or displays

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

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

reluctant to submit to an authority or follow rules

very loud, noisy, and hard to ignore in an offensive or disruptive way

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

exerting power, influence, or dominance

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

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

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

devoid of even the smallest trace of bravery or courage