SAT-Wortfähigkeiten 1 - Lektion 20

the quality of thoroughness and accuracy in approach or analysis

Strengkeit

(of a rule, process, etc.) strictly followed or applied

streng

a decline in standards, especially in moral or mental qualities

Dekadenz

(geometry) a flat polygon with ten straight sides and ten angles

Dekagon

a weight that is the same as 10 grams

Dekagramm

a measure that is the same as 10 liters

Dekaliter

the Ten Commandments given to Moses in the Bible

Dekalog

a measure that is the same as 10 meters

Dekameter

to create or make up something, especially with the intent to deceive

fabrizieren

the process of creating or assembling something from raw materials

Fertigung

opposite in order, direction, or effect

invers

the act of turning something upside down or placing it in a vertical position

Inversion

to flip or reverse the position or arrangement of something

invertieren

to elevate or lift strongly, especially from below

heben

a sudden and significant change or disruption, especially in relation to politics or social conditions

Umbruch

to speak using offensive or disrespectful language

gotteslästerlich reden

a language that shows disrespect for God or other sacred entities

Blasphemie

to make fun of someone

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