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Hot Words Quiz 25-28
Hot Words list 25-28
Term | Definition |
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clandestine | hidden, secret, concealed |
surreptitious | done or made in a secret, stealthy way |
unobtrusive | inconspicuous; not easily noticed |
artisan | a person who is skillful with his or her hands |
ascetic | a person who refrains from indulging in earthly pleasures |
charlatan | a fraud; a quack or imposter |
raconteur | a skillful storyteller |
skeptic | a person who doubts |
virtuoso | a highly skilled performer, usually a musical performer |
extraneous | not necessary; not an essential part; not relevant |
frivolous | not having substance or s sense of importance or seriousness; silly; trivial; trifling |
peripheral | only marginally connected to what is truly important; minor or incidental; relating to the field of vision |
petty | minor or trivial; small in quantity |
trifling | lacking significance; unimportant |
acute | keen-minded; sharp |
astute | sharp-minded; very clear |
discerning | able to judge people and situations clearly |
incisive | sharp; keen |
perspicacious | using wise judgment; sharp-minded |
prudent | careful, cautious, and wise |
sagacious | wise |
savvy | smart; informed |