affluent(adj.) wealthy, abundant Example:Mr. Grebelski was affluent, owning a huge

house, three cars, and an island near Maine.

Synonyms:RichWell-offWell-to-do

taut(adj.) tightExample:His outward appearance was calm, but inside

he was very taut.

Synonyms:tensesnug

Circuitousser-kyoo-i-tuh s

(adj.) rambling, indirect, roundaboutExample:His circuitous argument lacked intensity and

everybody lost interest.

ambidextrous(adj.) able to use both handsExample:I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous (!)

pensive(adj.) thoughtful, reflectiveExample:I always feel pensive whenever people start

talking about their childhoods. Synonyms:MeditativeMusingcontemplative

garish(adj.) gaudy or excessively brightExample:The dress fits her well, but the

pattern is rather garish.Synonyms:FlashyGlaringcheap