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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 6

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SAT Word Skills 6
anxious
[Adjective]

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

Ex: He was anxious about traveling alone for the first time , worrying about navigating unfamiliar places .
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bilious
[Adjective]

relating to or affected by nausea or vomiting, often associated with indigestion or gastrointestinal discomfort

Ex: The strong smell of the seafood market made her feel bilious, causing her to quickly leave the area to get some fresh air .
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devious
[Adjective]

using crafty and clever methods to achieve goals or avoid negative consequences

Ex: She employed devious tactics to manipulate the outcome of the vote .
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pious
[Adjective]

having strong faith in a religion and living according to it

Ex: She was known for her pious devotion , attending church services every week without fail .
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brusque
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abrupt or curt in manner or speech, often coming across as rude or impatient

Ex: She found it challenging to communicate with him due to his brusque and dismissive attitude.
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grotesque
[Adjective]

very ugly in a strange or funny way

Ex: The grotesque painting depicted a nightmarish scene with distorted faces and contorted bodies .
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picaresque
[Adjective]

connected with a literary work or motion picture that deals with the adventures of a protagonist who is likable but has low morals

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chauvinistic
[Adjective]

displaying excessive patriotism or bias towards one's own country

Ex: Despite growing up in a chauvinistic society , she actively challenged nationalistic biases and advocated for global cooperation and understanding .
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deist
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pertaining to the belief in a supreme being who created the universe but does not intervene in human affairs

Ex: Despite its minority status , deist thought has had a significant influence on Western intellectual history .
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futurist
[Adjective]

characterized by a forward-thinking or innovative approach towards the future

Ex: The futurist approach of the city planners aimed to create a dynamic urban environment capable of adapting to future needs and challenges .
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brackish
[Adjective]

having a distasteful or unpleasant taste, often due to a combination of saltiness and other impurities

Ex: The brackish aftertaste of the seafood dish lingered unpleasantly in his mouth long after the meal was finished .
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separatist
[Adjective]

advocating for or supporting the separation or independence of a particular group or region from a larger entity

Ex: The government cracked down on separatist activities , fearing the destabilization of the country 's unity .
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churlish
[Adjective]

rude, ill-mannered, or surly in behavior

Ex: The churlish attitude of the teenager towards his parents often caused tension in the household .
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garish
[Adjective]

too bright and colorful in a way that is tasteless

Ex: The artist 's use of garish colors in the painting was intended to provoke a strong reaction .
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heathenish
[Adjective]

characteristic of non-Christians or those adhering to pagan religions

Ex: The historian studied the heathenish rituals of the ancient Celts , seeking to understand their religious practices and cultural significance .
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mawkish
[Adjective]

excessively sentimental or emotional to the point of being insincere or nauseating

Ex: She found the sentimental music in the restaurant to be mawkish, preferring a more understated ambiance .
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peevish
[Adjective]

easily irritated, especially over trivial matters

Ex: Despite his peevish demeanor , she remained patient and tried to address his concerns calmly .
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raffish
[Adjective]

characterized by a carefree and slightly disreputable or unconventional style or appearance

Ex: His raffish attire , complete with mismatched socks and a jaunty hat , set him apart from the more conservative crowd .
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waggish
[Adjective]

playful or mischievous in a humorous or teasing manner

Ex: Despite his serious demeanor at work , he had a waggish side that emerged during social gatherings .
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SAT Word Skills 6
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