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Hot Words Quiz 25-28
Hot Words list 25-28
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |