SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 21

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SAT Word Skills 6
flaccid [adjective]

lacking strength, often referring to muscles or tissues

Ex: Without regular exercise , her thighs became flaccid and prone to fatigue during physical activity .
convex [adjective]

having a surface that is curved outward

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pliant [adjective]

easily influenced or adaptable, often suggesting a willingness to comply or be molded by others

Ex: As a parent , she encouraged her children to be independent thinkers rather than pliant followers , valuing their ability to make their own choices .
derelict [adjective]

having a poor condition, often because of being abandoned or neglected for a long time

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stark [adjective]

completely bare or extreme, without any embellishment or disguise

Ex: In the desert , the contrast between the scorching sun and the icy nights was stark .
obese [adjective]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

Ex: The study focused on the dietary habits of obese individuals .
auburn [adjective]

brownish-red in color, often used to refer to hair

warlike [adjective]

relating to military operations or tactics

Ex: The government invested heavily in warlike technology to ensure national security .
devoid [adjective]

entirely lacking or empty of a particular quality or element

Ex: The garden was devoid of flowers in the winter months , with only bare branches visible .
avid [adjective]

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

Ex: He 's an avid sports fan , never missing a game of his favorite team .
adept [adjective]

highly skilled, proficient, or talented in a particular activity or field

Ex: The adept architect seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetic appeal in their designs .
nude [adjective]

not having any clothing

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droll [adjective]

amusing in an unconventional, whimsical, or quirky manner

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azure [adjective]

having a bright blue color resembling the clear sky

gallant [adjective]

(of a man or his manners) behaving with courtesy and politeness toward women

Ex: Despite the rain , he shielded her with his umbrella in a gallant display of chivalry .
meek [adjective]

gentle, submissive, or easily influenced, often lacking assertiveness or aggression

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lurid [adjective]

depicted in a violent manner, emphasizing the extreme nature of violence or brutality

Ex: The history book recounted the lurid details of medieval torture methods , describing in vivid detail the brutality inflicted upon prisoners .
debonair [adjective]

(particularly of a man) handsome, stylish and full of confidence

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inland [adverb]

into or toward the interior of a country or region

Ex: The national park is located inland , surrounded by mountains and forests .