ACT/SAT High Frequency Words List #6

adversity

hardship or misfortune.

ambition

a strong desire to achieve something, typically requiring determination.

animosity

strong hostility.

capricious

impulsive or unpredictable.

coerce

to persuade or compel through force or threat.

conspicuous

easily seen or noticed; attracting attention.

credulous

too ready to believe things; gullible.

deference

humble submission and respect.

detrimental

causing harm or damage.

enigma

a person or thing that is mysterious or puzzling.

exacerbate

to make a problem or situation worse.

fortuitous

happening by chance, often in a fortunate way.

impeccable

flawless; without error.

incessant

continuing without pause or interruption.

insolent

showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.

intrepid

fearless and adventurous.

melancholy

a deep, pensive sadness.

opulent

wealthy, luxurious, or lavishly abundant.

pervasive

spreading widely throughout an area or group.

vicarious

experienced through the feelings or actions of another.