SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 27

considered to be of small importance or value

extremely important, to the point that it is not allowed to be condemned or changed

(of language or music) clear and easy to understand

suggesting or indicating evil, harm, or danger

unwilling or unable to change because of tradition or convention

displaying simplicity, immaturity, or inexperience

sluggish or falling behind in progress, development, or pace compared to others

a style of playing or singing musical notes with short, distinct intervals between them

passed away or deceased

peaceful and calm, not easily excited, irritated, angered, or upset

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

lacking courage or integrity in one's actions

(of weather) unpleasantly cold and often windy

acting violently or irrationally due to extreme anger or excitement

bored or indifferent due to overexposure to worldly pleasures or experiences

lacking in quantity, quality, or extent

(of a time) ideal for achieving a particular purpose or reaching success

done spontaneously or without prior preparation