SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 38

relating to a promise or commitment to fulfill an obligation or debt at a specified time in the future

full of complications or difficulties

extremely unpleasant, shocking, or horrifying in appearance, nature, or effect

handling something with great care, delicacy, or caution, often due to its fragility or the potential for harm

displaying qualities of speed, boldness, or provocation and suitable for competition

related to the lungs or the respiratory system

unwelcoming and lacking in warmth or friendliness

(of wild animals) living by preying on other animals, especially live animals

related to or involving serious academic study

moving in a way that is awkward and not smooth

complete in every respect

ill-tempered, unfriendly, and often rude or brusque to others

causing horror or disgust, typically due to involving violence or death

having an impressive and dignified manner or appearance, often associated with grandeur or elegance

showing a smooth, soft, and luxurious quality similar to the feel of velvet fabric

(of liquids) not clear or transparent

excessively stingy or miserly, often characterized by an unwillingness to spend or give freely

in a way that lacks brightness, excitement, or allure, often evoking a sense of dullness or monotony

having a naturally dark face or complexion