SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 12

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feminine [adjective]

related to qualities, characteristics, or behaviors typically associated with women

Ex: Jack appreciated Emily 's feminine sensitivity and empathy during their conversation .

canine [adjective]

of, relating to, or characteristic of members of the family Canidae, including dogs, wolves, foxes, and similar animals

Ex: Canine senses , especially smell , are highly developed .

supine [adjective]

lying on the back with the face upward

Ex: As the sun set , we found ourselves in a supine position on the beach , gazing up at the star-filled sky .

leonine [adjective]

resembling or characteristic of a lion

Ex: His leonine gaze conveyed a sense of power and intensity , leaving no doubt about his resolve .

asinine [adjective]

acting in a foolish or unintelligent manner

Ex: They were baffled by the asinine comments made by the guest speaker .

clandestine [adjective]

carried out secretly or with concealment to avoid detection

Ex: The spies operated in a clandestine manner , infiltrating enemy territory without raising suspicion .

routine [adjective]

occurring or done as a usual part of a process or job

Ex: Completing paperwork is a routine part of the hiring process for new employees .

pristine [adjective]

perfectly clean or spotless, devoid of any dirt, marks, or impurities

Ex: With every surface wiped down meticulously , the bathroom sparkled with pristine hygiene .

bovine [adjective]

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

Ex: Bovine farming practices vary across regions , adapting to the unique needs of different cattle breeds .

saline [adjective]

containing or relating to salt

Ex:

agile [adjective]

able to move quickly and easily

Ex: The agile gymnast executed flips and somersaults with precision .

docile [adjective]

accepting guidance, control, or direction easily and without resistance

Ex: Despite its large size , the docile elephant calmly allowed the zookeeper to guide it back into its enclosure .

ductile [adjective]

capable of being molded or shaped without breaking

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febrile [adjective]

having the symptoms of a fever, such as high temperature, sweating, shivering, etc.

Ex: The doctor noted the febrile child ’s flushed face and rapid breathing .

futile [adjective]

unable to result in success or anything useful

Ex: She felt that her efforts to change the company 's policies were futile in the face of bureaucracy .

juvenile [adjective]

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

Ex:

puerile [adjective]

relating, characteristic of, or suitable for a child

Ex: Despite being an adult , she found herself enjoying the puerile humor of cartoons .

senile [adjective]

related to or affected by old age, typically implying a decline in mental faculties and physical abilities

Ex: The nursing home specialized in providing care for senile residents , offering support tailored to their specific needs .

tactile [adjective]

relating to the sense of touch or the ability to perceive objects by touch

Ex: Blind individuals rely heavily on tactile cues to navigate their surroundings and interact with objects .

SAT Word Skills 6
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