SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 3

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zany

[Adjective]

amusingly unconventional and eccentric in behavior or appearance

Ex: The zany professor was known for his unconventional teaching methods, using props and costumes to bring his lectures to life and engage his students' interest.

misty

[Adjective]

(of eyes) slightly blurred or hazy due to tears

Ex: As she read the heartfelt letter , tears welled up in her misty eyes , touched by the sincerity of the words .

stingy

[Adjective]

unwilling to spend or give away money or resources

Ex: The stingy donor gave only a minimal amount , even though they could afford much more .

wispy

[Adjective]

thin, delicate, and feathery in appearance or texture

Ex: The cat's fur was soft and wispy, giving it a delicate and ethereal appearance as it prowled through the garden.

bawdy

[Adjective]

humorously indecent or risqué, often dealing with topics considered taboo in polite society

Ex: The play 's bawdy dialogue and suggestive scenes caused a stir among the more conservative members of the audience .

comely

[Adjective]

(especially of a woman) having a pleasant and attractive appearance

Ex: The garden was filled with comely flowers , their colors vibrant and petals delicate .

testy

[Adjective]

having a tendency to become easily irritated or annoyed

Ex: The testy driver honked impatiently at the slow-moving traffic , venting his frustration with a series of angry gestures .

weighty

[Adjective]

very heavy

crestfallen

[Adjective]

feeling disappointed and sad, especially due to experiencing an unexpected failure

Ex: She became crestfallen upon discovering that her artwork had been vandalized .

oaken

[Adjective]

made of or resembling oak wood

Ex: The knight's shield was emblazoned with a crest depicting a majestic oak tree, symbolizing strength and fortitude.

sodden

[Adjective]

thoroughly soaked or saturated with liquid

Ex: Despite the sodden conditions , they pressed on with their hike , determined to reach their destination before nightfall .

arable

[Adjective]

having the capacity to be used to grow crops

Ex: Arable farming requires land that is suitable for growing crops .

corrigible

[Adjective]

capable of being corrected, reformed, or improved

Ex: With patience and perseverance , even the most corrigible habits can be overcome , leading to personal growth and development .

edible

[Adjective]

safe or suitable for eating

Ex: She decorated her cake with edible glitter for a touch of sparkle .

nimble

[Adjective]

quick and light in movement or action

Ex: The nimble cat leaped gracefully over obstacles in its path .

tenable

[Adjective]

able to be defended, justified, or maintained against criticism or opposition

Ex: In academic circles , only theories supported by empirical evidence and sound reasoning are considered tenable.

viable

[Adjective]

having the ability to be executed or done successfully

Ex: We need to come up with a viable strategy to improve customer satisfaction .

feral

[Adjective]

describing animals that have returned to a wild or untamed state

filial

[Adjective]

pertaining to or characteristic of a son or daughter's duties, relationship, or respect towards their parents

Ex: In many cultures , there are traditions and customs that emphasize the importance of filial piety and respect towards one 's parents .

frugal

[Adjective]

careful to not spend money in an unnecessary or wasteful way

Ex: Her frugal mindset encourages her to repair items rather than replacing them .

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