The incandescent bulb illuminated the room with a warm, inviting glow.
synonyms
glowingradiantluminous
word origin — From Latin 'incandescere', meaning 'to glow white', from 'in-' (into) + 'candescere' (to glow).
SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 139
Set 139 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: incandescent, deleterious, deceptive, diligent, festive. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
incandescent · adjective/ɪn.kənˈdɛs.ənt/
emitting light as a result of being heated
The incandescent bulb illuminated the room with a warm, inviting glow.
Synonyms: glowing, radiant, luminous
Origin: From Latin 'incandescere', meaning 'to glow white', from 'in-' (into) + 'candescere' (to glow).
deleterious · adjective/ˌdɛl.ɪˈtɪr.i.əs/
causing harm or damage
Excessive use of pesticides can have deleterious effects on the environment and human health.
Synonyms: harmful, damaging, injurious
Origin: from Latin 'deleterius', meaning 'noxious' or 'harmful'
deceptive · adjective/dɪˈsɛptɪv/
tending to mislead or trick
The salesperson's deceptive tactics made it difficult for customers to understand the true value of the product.
Synonyms: misleading, duplicitous, deceitful
Origin: from Latin 'deceptivus', meaning 'to deceive'
diligent · adjective/ˈdɪlədʒənt/
showing careful and persistent effort or work
Her diligent efforts in studying every night paid off when she aced the exam.
Synonyms: hardworking, industrious, assiduous
Origin: from Latin 'diligentem', the present participle of 'diligere', meaning 'to value or esteem highly'.
festive · adjective/ˈfɛstɪv/
having a joyous or celebratory atmosphere typically associated with a festival
The colorful decorations created a festive atmosphere, making everyone feel excited for the celebration.
Synonyms: joyful, celebratory, merry
Origin: from Latin 'festivus', meaning 'of a feast or festival'; related to 'festivus' ('feast')