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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 30

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SAT Word Skills 6
concise
concise
[Adjective]

giving a lot of information briefly and clearly

Ex: She gave a concise summary of the meeting's key points. 
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fetid
fetid
[Adjective]

having a strong and unpleasant smell

Ex: The garbage dump emitted a fetid stench, making the air unpleasant for anyone in the vicinity. 
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serene
serene
[Adjective]

characterized by calmness, tranquility, and peacefulness

Ex: The serene lake reflected the colors of the sunset, creating a breathtakingly peaceful scene. 
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dour
dour
[Adjective]

severe or stern in manner or appearance, often suggesting a lack of humor, warmth, or friendliness

Ex: The dour expression on his face made it clear that he was not one to be trifled with. 
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svelte
svelte
[Adjective]

(of a woman) elegant and slender in built

Ex: The svelte actress captivated audiences with her elegant appearance on the red carpet. 
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slapdash
slapdash
[Adverb]

in a rushed and careless manner

Ex: He completed the project slapdash, resulting in numerous errors and oversights. 
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rapid
rapid
[Adjective]

occurring or moving with great speed

Ex: The rapid river flowed swiftly downstream. 
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lukewarm
lukewarm
[Adjective]

having a lack of enthusiasm or interest

Ex: The audience's response to the performance was lukewarm, with only a few scattered applause. 
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tepid
tepid
[Adjective]

having a mild warmth that is closer to cool than hot

Ex: The waiter served us tepid soup, which was neither hot nor cold. 
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crass
crass
[Adjective]

lacking sensitivity, refinement, or tact, often displaying vulgarity or rudeness

Ex: His crass remarks offended everyone at the dinner party, leaving an uncomfortable atmosphere. 
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trenchant
trenchant
[Adjective]

clearly defined or sharply outlined, like the distinct boundaries between two ideas or concepts

Ex: The trenchant division between their political ideologies was evident in every debate they had. 
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mundane
mundane
[Adjective]

characterized by a focus on practical or worldly affairs, rather than abstract or theoretical considerations

Ex: As a financial advisor, his expertise lay in navigating the mundane complexities of investment portfolios and retirement planning. 
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jubilant
jubilant
[Adjective]

experiencing or expressing extreme happiness

Ex: The children were jubilant on the last day of school, shouting and laughing with delight. 
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stolid
stolid
[Adjective]

staying calm and displaying little or no interest or emotions

Ex: His stolid response to the news surprised everyone. 
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staid
staid
[Adjective]

dignified, respectable, and showing little or no excitement or change

Ex: The staid businessman always adhered to traditional dress codes, favoring suits and ties over more casual attire. 
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spartan
spartan
[Adjective]

characterized by strict self-discipline, frugality, or simplicity

Ex: Despite the lavish offerings at the banquet, he maintained a spartan approach, choosing simple fare and refraining from indulgence. 
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shrewd
shrewd
[Adjective]

having or showing good judgement, especially in business or politics

Ex: The shrewd businessman knew when to invest and when to hold back, ensuring steady growth for his company. 
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hoarse
hoarse
[Adjective]

having a rough, harsh, and weak voice, usually due to a sore throat or excessive use

Ex: After shouting at the concert all night, his voice was hoarse the next day. 
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observant
observant
[Adjective]

very good at or quick in noticing small details in someone or something

Ex: She's highly observant, picking up on subtle changes in people's behavior that others might overlook. 
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