Words in context 1

SAT vocabulary · English · Unit 1

• ambivalent adj.: Having mixed feelings about something
• benevolent adj.: Kind and willing to help others
• candid adj.: Honest and direct about what you think
• cursory adj.: Quick and without much attention to detail
• diligent adj.: Working hard and taking care with your work
• eloquent adj.: Expressing ideas clearly and powerfully
• feasible adj.: Possible and practical to do
• frugal adj.: Careful to avoid wasting money or resources
• hinder v.: Make progress or an action more difficult
• impartial adj.: Fair and not favouring either side
• lucid adj.: Clearly expressed or able to think clearly
• meticulous adj.: Very careful and attentive to every detail