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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 26

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SAT Word Skills 5
idyllic
[Adjective]

perfect or idealistic, often in a romantic or nostalgic sense

Ex: The painting captured an idyllic rural scene .
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calorific
[Adjective]

(of food) high in calories

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laconic
[Adjective]

conveying something whilst using a very small number of words

Ex: During the meeting , her laconic comments made a strong impact .
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platonic
[Adjective]

(of a relationship) characterized by emotional closeness without romantic or sexual elements

Ex: Their friendship was based on a platonic affection for each other .
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prosaic
[Adjective]

lacking excitement or imagination

Ex: The novel ’s prosaic descriptions made the story feel lifeless .
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seraphic
[Adjective]

relating or resembling the angles of the highest order

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Gothic
[Adjective]

(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural

Ex: Gothic literature immerses readers in a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs , inviting them to explore the darker recesses of the human psyche .
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esoteric
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intended for or understood by only a small, specialized group, often due to complexity

Ex: The discussion became esoteric, delving into topics that only experts could fully grasp .
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soporific
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causing one to become sleepy and mentally inactive

Ex: The dim lighting and soft voices created a soporific atmosphere in the room .
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eugenic
[Adjective]

relating to or causing improvements of the properties of seeds or infants

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dynamic
[Adjective]

having a lot of energy

Ex: The dynamic atmosphere at the concert energized the crowd , creating an unforgettable experience .
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endemic
[Adjective]

relating to a disease or condition that is commonly found in a specific area or group of people

Ex: The government implemented vaccination campaigns to address endemic diseases such as measles and polio, aiming to achieve herd immunity within the population.
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mnemonic
[Adjective]

relating to or aiding the memory, often by using memory-enhancing techniques or devices

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spasmodic
[Adjective]

relating to the sudden, reflective, and involuntary movement or contraction of muscles

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histrionic
[Adjective]

having the characteristics of a dramatic and theatrical performance

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rustic
[Adjective]

associated with the lifestyle of the countryside and rural areas

Ex: His artwork often depicted rustic scenes , capturing the beauty of rural landscapes .
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quizzical
[Adjective]

showing a mixture of confusion, curiosity, or mild disbelief

Ex: She raised a quizzical eyebrow , clearly questioning the logic of the situation .
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fiscal
[Adjective]

relating to government revenue or public money, especially taxes

Ex: Fiscal responsibility is essential for maintaining the stability of the economy .
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fluvial
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relating to, living, or taking place in a river

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SAT Word Skills 5
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