SAT Humanities - Positive Attitude

Here you will learn some English words related to positive attitudes, such as "genial", "jaunty", "devotion", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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gratitude [noun]

the quality of being thankful or showing appreciation for something

Ex: Practicing daily gratitude can improve your mood and outlook on life .

devotion [noun]

strong love and support expressed for a person or thing

Ex: Mark 's devotion to his art led him to spend countless hours in his studio , perfecting every brushstroke to achieve his vision .

composure [noun]

a state of calmness and self-control, especially in difficult or challenging situations

Ex: During the crisis , the leader displayed composure , reassuring the team and instilling confidence .

resolve [noun]

a strong will to have or do something of value

Ex: His resolve to help others led him to volunteer at the homeless shelter every weekend .

willingness [noun]

the quality of being ready or glad to do something when the time comes or if the need arises

Ex: His willingness to take risks led to many successful ventures .

optimism [noun]

a general tendency to look on the bright side of things and to expect positive outcomes

Ex: The optimism of the community shone through as they rebuilt their town after the disaster .

solidarity [noun]

the support given by the members of a group to each other because of sharing the same opinions, feelings, goals, etc.

Ex: Students formed a union to demonstrate solidarity against proposed tuition hikes .

deference [noun]

a respectful gesture or expression that shows admiration or esteem toward someone

Ex: Out of deference , she waited for her host to speak first .

sympathy [noun]

a supportive or favorable attitude towards an opinion, goal, or viewpoint, indicating agreement or understanding

Ex: His sympathy for the cause led him to actively support the campaign .

zest [noun]

a lively and enthusiastic interest in something

Ex: Their zest for travel took them to remote and exotic destinations around the world .

contentment [noun]

happiness and satisfaction, particularly with one's life

Ex: True contentment does n't depend on wealth , but on inner peace .

affinity [noun]

a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something

Ex: Despite their different backgrounds , they formed a strong affinity through their shared experiences .

reverence [noun]

a great and intense feeling of respect or admiration

Ex: The soldiers showed reverence during the national anthem , standing at attention .

enthusiasm [noun]

a feeling of great excitement and passion

Ex: The team 's enthusiasm was contagious , motivating everyone to work harder .

eager [adjective]

having a strong desire for doing or experiencing something

Ex: The students were eager to learn about the fascinating topic in their next class .

unbothered [adjective]

not worried, concerned, or affected by something that might typically cause disturbance

Ex: Her unbothered attitude towards the rumors impressed her friends , who admired her composure .

resolute [adjective]

showing determination or a strong will in pursuing a goal or decision

Ex: A resolute leader inspires confidence and commitment from their team .

fond [adjective]

having a strong liking, preference, or affection for something or someone

Ex: The child is extremely fond of his teddy bear and takes it everywhere .

gracious [adjective]

showing elegance, kindness, and good manners

Ex: The ambassador 's gracious demeanor helped smooth over the diplomatic negotiations .

genial [adjective]

characterized as kind, friendly, and carefree

Ex: She greeted her new neighbors with a genial wave and friendly conversation .

affectionate [adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: She appreciated his affectionate nature , feeling loved and cherished in his presence .

determined [adjective]

having or displaying a strong will to achieve a goal despite the challenges or obstacles

Ex: The team was determined to win the championship , training rigorously .

tenacious [adjective]

very determined and not giving up easily

Ex: Despite facing numerous setbacks , she remained tenacious in her pursuit of her goals .

jaunty [adjective]

appearing cheerful, lively, and full of confidence

Ex: They danced to the jaunty rhythm of the band .

inquisitive [adjective]

having a desire to learn many different things and asks many questions to gain knowledge or understanding

Ex: The inquisitive journalist conducted thorough research to uncover the truth behind the story .

apologetic [adjective]

showing regret or remorse for a fault, mistake, or offense

Ex: The manager was apologetic for the delay in service and offered a discount to the customers .

hard-hitting [adjective]

powerful and impactful, often addressing issues directly and forcefully to persuade or influence others

Ex: Her hard-hitting documentary on climate change left a lasting impression on viewers , prompting many to take action .

amicable [adjective]

(of interpersonal relations) behaving with friendliness and without disputing

Ex: The negotiations between the two companies were conducted in an amicable atmosphere , leading to a mutually beneficial agreement .

unflinching [adjective]

not backing off when things are becoming more challenging

Ex:

sincere [adjective]

(of a person) genuine and honest in feelings, words, or actions

Ex: Jane is a sincere individual who always speaks from the heart and never hesitates to lend a helping hand .

empathetically [adverb]

in a way that shows deep understanding by sharing or imagining someone else's feelings

Ex: The counselor spoke empathetically to the grieving family .

keenly [adverb]

in a highly perceptive or sensitive manner

Ex: The audience listened keenly to every word of the speech .

to marvel [verb]

to feel amazed or puzzled by something extraordinary or remarkable

Ex: They are currently marveling at the intricate details of the artwork , amazed by its depth and complexity .

to revel [verb]

to take great pleasure or delight in an experience or activity

Ex: They reveled in the excitement of the roller coaster rides .

to cherish [verb]

to hold dear and deeply appreciate something or someone

Ex:

to relent [verb]

to accept something, usually after some resistance

Ex: The company finally relented and decided to lower their prices in response to customer feedback .

SAT Humanities
History and Archaeology	Art and Craft	Performance Arts and Media	Music
Literature and Culture	Social Sciences	Politics and Legislature	Power and Ruling
Law and Obligations	Conflict and Compliance	Business and Management	Religion and Belief Systems
People	Job and Social Titles	Temporary and Relative Roles	Human Qualities and Appearance
Activity and Behavior	Manual Action	Thoughts	Positive Emotions
Negative Emotions	Opinions	Positive Attitude	Negative and Neutral Attitude
Residence and Recreation	Resource and Food	Virtue	Evil
Communication	Interaction