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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 20

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SAT Word Skills 5
kinetic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Kinetic theory describes the behavior of gases as collections of particles in constant, random motion.
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therapeutic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Yoga and meditation are therapeutic practices that promote mindfulness and inner peace .
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chromatic
[Adjective]

having a wide range of colors, especially vibrant ones

Ex: The flowers in the garden were chromatic, with every hue of the rainbow represented .
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aseptic
[Adjective]

medically clean and free from any form of contamination

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quixotic
[Adjective]

(of ideas or plans) hopeful or imaginative but impractical

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hermetic
[Adjective]

closed and completely airtight

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mephitic
[Adjective]

smelling extremely unpleasant and foul

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didactic
[Adjective]

aiming to teach a moral lesson

Ex: While some enjoy didactic literature for its educational value , others prefer works that focus more on storytelling and character development .
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somatic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Somatic complaints , such as stomach pain or fatigue , can be influenced by psychological factors .
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politic
[Adjective]

having the qualities of shrewdness, sensibility, and prudence

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phlegmatic
[Adjective]

able to keep a calm demeanor and not get emotional easily

Ex: The phlegmatic patient remained calm throughout the lengthy procedure .
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drastic
[Adjective]

having a strong or far-reaching effect

Ex: The company had to take drastic measures to avoid bankruptcy .
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acoustic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Advances in acoustic technology have improved the accuracy of sonar systems .
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sadistic
[Adjective]

finding pleasure, particularly sexual pleasure in hurting or humiliating others

Ex: The sadistic individual enjoyed dominating and humiliating their sexual partners , often disregarding their consent .
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agnostic
[Adjective]

having no certainty or strong opinion about something

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pneumatic
[Adjective]

relating to, containing, or using compressed air or gas

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traumatic
[Adjective]

relating to wounds or physical injuries

Ex: The traumatic gunshot wound required surgery to repair damaged tissue .
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splenetic
[Adjective]

relating to the spleen

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cosmetic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Cosmetic procedures such as Botox injections can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles .
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achromatic
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lacking color or colorless

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