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: In chemistry , kinetic studies focus on the rates of chemical reactions and the factors that affect them .
therapeutic
therapeutic [adjective]

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

Ex: Spending time in nature has therapeutic effects , rejuvenating the mind and body .
chromatic
chromatic [adjective]

having a wide range of colors, especially vibrant ones

Ex: The sunset was a chromatic display , with the sky shifting from orange to purple .
aseptic
aseptic [adjective]

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

Ex: Aseptic packaging keeps food safe for longer periods .
quixotic
quixotic [adjective]

(of ideas or plans) hopeful or imaginative but impractical

Ex: The inventor 's quixotic dream involved building a flying bicycle .
hermetic
hermetic [adjective]

completely sealed against the entry or escape of air

Ex: The spacecraft 's cabin was designed to be hermetic under extreme pressure .
mephitic
mephitic [adjective]

smelling extremely unpleasant and foul

didactic
didactic [adjective]

aiming to teach a moral lesson

Ex: Some critics argue that the film 's message was too didactic , overshadowing its artistic merits .
somatic
somatic [adjective]

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

Ex: Somatic reflexes are automatic responses controlled by the spinal cord rather than the brain .
politic
politic [adjective]

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

Ex: His politic handling of the controversy kept the company 's reputation intact .
phlegmatic
phlegmatic [adjective]

able to keep a calm demeanor and not get emotional easily

Ex: The phlegmatic officer handled the chaotic scene with impressive composure .
drastic
drastic [adjective]

having a strong or far-reaching effect

Ex: The city implemented drastic measures to reduce pollution , including banning certain vehicles .
acoustic
acoustic [adjective]

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

Ex: The professor specializes in acoustic science , examining everything from music to noise pollution .
sadistic
sadistic [adjective]

finding pleasure, particularly sexual pleasure in hurting or humiliating others

Ex: The sadistic serial killer took pleasure in the suffering of his victims .
agnostic
agnostic [adjective]

having a neutral or uncertain stance toward something

Ex: His agnostic stance made him a cautious investor .
pneumatic
pneumatic [adjective]

relating to, containing, or using compressed air or gas

traumatic
traumatic [adjective]

relating to wounds or physical injuries

Ex: The traumatic blow to his head caused a concussion .
cosmetic
cosmetic [adjective]

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

Ex: The cosmetic industry offers a wide range of products for hair styling and coloring .
SAT Word Skills 5
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