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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 35

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SAT Word Skills 5
clumsy
[Adjective]

doing things or moving in a way that lacks control and care, usually causing accidents

Ex: She felt embarrassed by her clumsy stumble in front of her classmates .
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drowsy
[Adjective]

feeling very sleepy

Ex: The medication she took for her allergies made her drowsy, so she avoided driving.
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flimsy
[Adjective]

likely to break due to the lack of strength or durability

Ex: The flimsy support beams in the old house made it unsafe to live in .
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frowzy
[Adjective]

looking messy, disheveled, or unkempt due to neglect in maintaining a neat and tidy appearance

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queasy
[Adjective]

causing a feeling of nausea or expressing nervousness

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sleazy
[Adjective]

poorly constructed, low quality, and prone to falling apart or breaking easily

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tipsy
[Adjective]

slightly drunk, often resulting in unsteady movements or a feeling of lightheadedness

Ex: He felt tipsy but still in control of his senses after a few beers.
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dowdy
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(of a woman) unfashionable, unattractive, or lacking in style and elegance, often due to outdated clothing choices or a conservative appearance

Ex: She was determined to shed her dowdy image and embrace a more modern and stylish look .
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slovenly
[Adjective]

lacking of cleanliness and neatness, often implying a disregard for personal hygiene or grooming

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uncanny
[Adjective]

beyond what is ordinary and indicating the inference of supernatural powers

Ex: He had an uncanny way of knowing exactly what others were thinking .
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motley
[Adjective]

composed of a diverse or varied mixture of elements

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finicky
[Adjective]

(of a person) overly particular about small details, making one challenging to please

Ex: Her finicky taste in fashion meant she spent hours searching for the perfect outfit .
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portly
[Adjective]

(especially of a man) round or a little overweight

Ex: The portly chef delighted patrons with his hearty meals and jovial personality .
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leery
[Adjective]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .
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giddy
[Adjective]

characterized by a lighthearted and uncontrolled demeanor

Ex: The unexpected compliment left her feeling giddy and buoyant for the rest of the day .
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burly
[Adjective]

strongly built and muscular, with a large and robust physique

Ex: The burly football player towered over his opponents on the field , intimidating them with his size and strength .
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the three-hundredth anniversary of an event or occasion

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tawdry
[Adjective]

gaudy or attention‑seeking in appearance, but lacking real value, refinement, or taste

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stagy
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exaggerated, artificial, or theatrical, often in an attempt to impress or gain attention

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SAT Word Skills 5
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