invincible, intermittent, tangible, harmonious, radiant: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 2 set 283. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

1. invincible · adjective/ɪnˈvɪn.sə.bəl/

   too powerful to be defeated or overcome

   The team's invincible spirit carried them through the toughest challenges, making them feel unstoppable on the field.

   Synonyms: unconquerable, unbeatable, indomitable

   Origin: from Latin 'invincibilis' meaning 'unconquerable' (in- 'not' + vincere 'to conquer')

2. intermittent · adjective/ˌɪn.tərˈmɪt.ənt/

   occurring at irregular intervals not continuous or steady

   The weather forecast predicts intermittent rain throughout the day, so we should bring our umbrellas.

   Synonyms: occasional, sporadic, periodic

   Origin: Late Middle English from Latin 'intermittent-, 'intermittens', from 'intermittere' meaning 'to leave off, send between'

3. tangible · adjective/ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl/

   capable of being touched or perceived by the senses

   The artist's work has a tangible quality that draws viewers in and allows them to connect with the piece on a sensory level.

   Synonyms: palpable, concrete, touchable

   Origin: from Latin 'tangibilis', from 'tangere' meaning 'to touch'

4. harmonious · adjective/hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

   characterized by agreement or concord among components

   The harmonious relationship among team members led to increased productivity and creativity.

   Synonyms: concordant, compatible, amicable

   Origin: from Latin 'harmoniosus', from 'harmonia' meaning harmony, derived from Greek 'harmonia' meaning 'joining' or 'fitting together'.

5. radiant · adjective/ˈreɪ.di.ənt/

   emitting or reflecting light; bright or shining

   The radiant sun cast a warm glow over the entire landscape, illuminating the flowers in vibrant colors.

   Synonyms: luminous, shining, gleaming

   Origin: from Latin 'radiantem' (nominative 'radians'), meaning 'shining, emitting rays', from 'radiare' which means 'to emit rays, shine'.