SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 24

in a direction or position away from the wind

curiously distinct, unique, or unusual

not likely to happen or succeed

having an awkward or impolite way of behaving due to a lack of social skills or experience

sweet, soothing, or appealing to the senses

vulgar, indecent, or coarse, often with sexual connotations

(of language) very clear and easy to understand

open, obvious, and easily observable, without concealment or secrecy

not displayed or acknowledged openly

showing a consistent and unswerving commitment to a cause, person, or principle

strange or unexpected in appearance, style, or behavior

not authentic or true, despite attempting to make it seem so

relating to or owing allegiance or loyalty, especially in a feudal context

dependent on something or someone for support, assistance, or success

characterized by carelessness, lack of attention to detail, or sloppy execution

(of food) having a spoiled or decomposed smell, typically due to the breakdown of fats or oils

overly long and wordy, often to the point of being tedious

being indirectly offensive; typically through sarcastic or mocking remarks