SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 50

demanding or persistent in a forceful or urgent manner

an individual who provides written or oral testimony under oath, typically in a legal context

shining brightly, radiant, or reflective of light

exhibiting a shimmering, rainbow-like play of colors, typically due to refraction of light

having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities

possessing wisdom, intelligence, or discernment, capable of rational thought and understanding

an element or part that creates a larger whole when with the other elements or parts

having or displaying enthusiasm, happiness, and liveliness

ill-tempered and ready to start an argument or fight

Unwilling to attract notice to oneself

quickly and effortlessly noticing things and understanding them

having or encouraging an excessive interest in sexual matters

shy or timid, especially in social situations, often accompanied by a reluctance to draw attention to oneself

given or provided in huge amounts

occurring intermittently, with irregular starts and stops, often lacking continuity or consistency

expressing longing or yearning tinged with sadness or melancholy, often for something unattainable or lost

failing to be on time or meet a scheduled deadline

effectively conveying a message or idea with brevity and clarity

(typically of an elderly) lively and full of energy

(of a mountain, building, etc.) very tall and outstanding