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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 20

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SAT Word Skills 5
kinetic
kinetic
[Adjective]

relating to the energy associated with motion or movement, emphasizing the dynamic state of objects in action

Ex: Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion. 
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therapeutic
therapeutic
[Adjective]

having a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being

Ex: Gardening has therapeutic benefits, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. 
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chromatic
chromatic
[Adjective]

having a wide range of colors, especially vibrant ones

Ex: The artist’s painting was full of chromatic beauty, with vibrant reds and blues blending seamlessly. 
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aseptic
aseptic
[Adjective]

preventing infection by avoiding contamination with bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens

Ex: Surgeons must maintain an aseptic environment during operations. 
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quixotic
quixotic
[Adjective]

(of ideas or plans) hopeful or imaginative but impractical

Ex: His quixotic plan to sail solo around the world ended after two days. 
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hermetic
hermetic
[Adjective]

completely sealed against the entry or escape of air

Ex: The scientist stored the samples in hermetic containers to prevent contamination. 
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mephitic
mephitic
[Adjective]

smelling extremely unpleasant and foul

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didactic
didactic
[Adjective]

aiming to teach a moral lesson

Ex: The professor's lectures were highly didactic, providing students with valuable insights into the subject matter. 
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somatic
somatic
[Adjective]

related only to the body, distinct from mental or emotional aspects

Ex: Somatic cells are any cells in the body other than reproductive cells. 
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politic
politic
[Adjective]

showing smart thinking and careful planning, especially to avoid problems or get a good result

Ex: It was a politic move to delay the announcement until after the vote. 
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phlegmatic
phlegmatic
[Adjective]

able to keep a calm demeanor and not get emotional easily

Ex: His phlegmatic response to the crisis helped calm the entire team. 
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drastic
drastic
[Adjective]

having a strong or far-reaching effect

Ex: She made the drastic decision to quit her job and travel the world. 
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acoustic
acoustic
[Adjective]

relating to the science of studying sounds or the way people hear things

Ex: The researchers conducted acoustic experiments to understand how sound waves travel through different materials. 
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sadistic
sadistic
[Adjective]

finding pleasure, particularly sexual pleasure in hurting or humiliating others

Ex: The sadistic bully enjoyed tormenting his classmates both physically and emotionally. 
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agnostic
agnostic
[Adjective]

having a neutral or uncertain stance toward something

Ex: Their approach is agnostic to platform or device. 
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pneumatic
pneumatic
[Adjective]

relating to, containing, or using compressed air or gas

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traumatic
traumatic
[Adjective]

relating to wounds or physical injuries

Ex: The traumatic injury to his leg required immediate medical attention. 
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splenetic
splenetic
[Adjective]

relating to the spleen

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cosmetic
cosmetic
[Adjective]

related to improving the appearance of the body, especially the face and skin

Ex: She underwent cosmetic surgery to alter the appearance of her nose. 
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achromatic
achromatic
[Adjective]

lacking color or colorless

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