SAT words about attitude and behavior.

friendly, good-natured, and easy to talk to

The affable manager was popular with staff.

ready to attack or confront; forceful in pursuit of goals

The company adopted an aggressive marketing strategy to gain market share.

not friendly or forthcoming; distant

She remained aloof from office gossip.

having a friendly and pleasant manner

His amiable personality made him easy to work with.

severe or strict; lacking comfort

The monk lived an austere life in the monastery.

well-meaning and kindly

The benevolent donor funded the entire project.

gentle and kindly; not harmful

The benign tumor required no treatment.

given to sudden changes of mood or behavior

The capricious weather ruined their plans.

taking caution to avoid mistakes or danger

Be careful when handling the fragile glassware.

without proper attention or caution

She carelessly left her keys on the restaurant table.

dedicated to a cause or activity

She is committed to improving education in underserved communities.

showing smug or uncritical satisfaction

The team became complacent after their early success.

in a warm and friendly manner

You are cordially invited to attend the annual gala.

the quality of behaving in a way that avoids causing offense; freedom to decide

The matter was handled with the utmost discretion to protect everyone's privacy.

sincere and serious in intention; showing deep conviction

His earnest apology convinced her that he truly regretted his actions.

changing frequently, especially in loyalties

The fickle public quickly forgot the scandal.

friendly and cheerful

The genial host greeted guests warmly.

mild, soft, or kind in manner or action; not harsh or severe

The gentle breeze carried the scent of blooming flowers.

fond of company; sociable

The gregarious host made every guest feel welcome.

done regularly or as a habit; customary

His habitual morning routine included a five-mile run.

unpleasantly rough or severe; cruel or unkind

The harsh winter conditions forced many animals to migrate south.

characterized by independence and self-reliance; favoring individual freedom

The artist had an individualistic style that set her apart from her peers.

to allow oneself to enjoy a pleasure; to satisfy a desire

On weekends, she likes to indulge in her favorite desserts.

generous or forgiving, especially to rivals

The magnanimous winner praised his opponent.

having or showing ill will; malicious

The malevolent villain plotted destruction.

having or showing a dislike or distrust of other people

The misanthropic hermit avoided all contact with his neighbors.

the avoidance of excess or extremes; restraint

Eating sweets in moderation is acceptable as part of a balanced diet.

a female parent; to care for or protect like a mother

His mother taught him the importance of honesty and hard work.

to fail to care for properly; to disregard or ignore

Parents should never neglect their children's emotional needs.

not receiving proper attention or care; ignored

The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds and dead plants.

fails to give proper attention or care to something

The report neglects to mention several important factors.

without previous thought or preparation; casual

His offhand comment unintentionally hurt her feelings.

friendly and socially confident; leaving a position

Her outgoing personality made her popular at social gatherings.

dealing with things in a practical rather than theoretical way

She took a pragmatic approach to solving the budget problems.

in a way that shows care and thought for the future

She prudently saved money each month for emergencies.

to respond to a gesture or action by making a corresponding one; to return a favor

She helped me move, so I wanted to reciprocate by helping her paint.

responds to a gesture or action by making a corresponding one

He always reciprocates kindness with generosity.

without thinking about the consequences

His reckless driving caused the accident.

to keep back for future use; a supply kept for use when needed

Please reserve a table for four at seven o'clock.

kept for future use; slow to reveal emotions or opinions

She was quiet and reserved at social gatherings.

slow to reveal emotion or opinions

She was reserved when meeting new people.

held back; characterized by reserve or moderation

She gave a restrained response despite her anger.

the action of keeping something under control; self-control

He showed great restraint by not responding to the insults.

resolutely firm and unwavering

She remained steadfast in her beliefs.

the quality of showing consideration for the needs of others or careful thought

Her thoughtfulness in remembering everyone's birthday made her beloved by all.

to allow the existence or occurrence of something without interference; to endure

The teacher would not tolerate any disruptions during the exam.

the action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties

Constant vigilance is required to protect the endangered species from poachers.

having a strong desire for revenge

His vindictive nature made him a dangerous enemy.

showing great enthusiasm or devotion

The zealous advocate fought tirelessly for the cause.