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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 44

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fledgling
[Adjective]

young or inexperienced, just beginning to develop or grow

Ex: The fledgling artist eagerly displayed their artwork at the local gallery, hoping to gain recognition and support for their talent.
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cunning
[Adjective]

able to achieve what one wants through sly or underhanded means

Ex: The cunning politician employed subtle rhetoric and persuasion to win over undecided voters .
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booming
[Adjective]

characterized by growth, expansion, or prosperity in an industry, economy, or market

Ex: The local coffee shop has been booming ever since it introduced its new menu.
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yielding
[Adjective]

flexible or accommodating, often in response to pressure, circumstances, or demands

Ex: When faced with adversity, she remained resilient, neither yielding to despair nor giving up on her goals.
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harrowing
[Adjective]

extremely distressing or traumatic, causing intense emotional pain or suffering

Ex: He recounted the harrowing events of the war with a mixture of sadness and resolve .
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heartrending
[Adjective]

causing intense sorrow or distress, often deeply affecting one's emotions

Ex: The heartrending melody of the song stirred up memories of past loves and regrets.
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sterling
[Adjective]

of excellent quality or high standard

Ex: Despite facing adversity, she maintained a sterling attitude, facing challenges with resilience and grace.
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painstaking
[Adjective]

requiring a lot of effort and time

Ex: Writing the report was a painstaking process , involving thorough research and careful editing .
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rugged
[Adjective]

sturdily constructed and able to endure harsh treatment or challenging environments

Ex: The firefighter wore rugged protective gear, safeguarding against the intense heat and hazards of the job.
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demented
[Adjective]

associated with severe cognitive decline, leading to memory loss, confusion, etc.

Ex: Neurological disorders progress to a demented state with cognitive decline .
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elated
[Adjective]

excited and happy because something has happened or is going to happen

Ex: She was elated when she found out she was going to be a parent .
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pied
[Adjective]

multicolored, variegated, or spotted with different colors

Ex: The clown's costume was pied, with patches of bright colors all over it.
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gnarled
[Adjective]

having a rough, knotted texture, often with twisted or lumpy shapes

Ex: In the garden , there was a bench made from the trunk of a gnarled tree , its surface polished smooth by countless sitters over the years .
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impassioned
[Adjective]

filled with intense emotion, fervor, or enthusiasm

Ex: The teacher gave an impassioned lecture on the importance of education , inspiring her students to pursue knowledge with zeal .
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veiled
[Adjective]

concealed, hidden, or obscured from view, often implying a degree of mystery or secrecy

Ex: The company 's financial records revealed a veiled truth about its true financial health .
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speckled
[Adjective]

covered with small, distinct spots or marks, often irregularly distributed

Ex: The night sky was speckled with stars, twinkling in the darkness.
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serrated
[Adjective]

having a series of sharp, pointed projections along the edge

Ex: The bread knife's serrated blade made it easy to cut through loaves without crushing them.
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concerted
[Adjective]

carried out jointly by multiple individuals or groups

Ex: The company 's success was the result of concerted teamwork and collaboration among its employees .
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brindled
[Adjective]

streaked or mottled with different shades of color, often resembling a tiger's stripes

Ex: She admired the brindled butterfly as it flitted among the flowers , its wings a mesmerizing blend of colors .
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SAT Word Skills 5
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