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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 2 - Lección 6

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outbreak
outbreak
[Sustantivo]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

brote

brote

Ex: The sudden outbreak of the flu caused widespread panic in the city. 
outcry
outcry
[Sustantivo]

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

protesta

protesta

Ex: From all corners of society, there arose a unified outcry against the unjust treatment of marginalized communities. 
to outlast
to outlast
[Verbo]

to stay alive for a longer period of time than others in a particular situation

durar más que, sobrevivir a

durar más que, sobrevivir a

Ex: She had a strong immune system that allowed her to outlast the flu while others around her fell ill. 
outlaw
outlaw
[Sustantivo]

a person who operates outside the boundaries of established rules and may engage in illegal activities

bandido, bandolero

bandido, bandolero

Ex: During the Wild West era, many outlaws sought refuge in remote hideouts to evade law enforcement. 
outpost
outpost
[Sustantivo]

a military camp situated far from the main army of troops

puesto de avanzada, avanzada

puesto de avanzada, avanzada

Ex: Strategically positioned along the border, the outpost acted as a vigilant watchtower, ensuring national security. 
tyrannical
tyrannical
[Adjetivo]

using power or authority in a cruel and oppressive way against other people

tiránico

tiránico

Ex: Under the tyrannical ruler's iron grip, innocent individuals were subjected to arbitrary arrests, torture, and prolonged detention. 
tyranny
tyranny
[Sustantivo]

a type of government where a ruler or a small group of people have complete power and control over the citizens, often making decisions without considering their rights or welfare

tiranía

tiranía

Ex: In the face of tyranny, brave individuals stood up for justice and fought against the oppressive regime, risking their lives to bring about freedom. 
to exasperate

to deeply irritate someone, especially when they can do nothing about it or solve the problem

exasperar

exasperar

Ex: His repeated failure to follow instructions correctly exasperated his boss, who had to continually correct his mistakes. 
exasperation
exasperation
[Sustantivo]

a deep sense of annoyance due to persistent difficulties

exasperación

exasperación

Ex: With each failed attempt, her exasperation grew, making her question if success was even possible. 
criteria
criteria
[Sustantivo]

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

criterios, parámetros

criterios, parámetros

Ex: The criteria for choosing the winner of the art contest are creativity and technique. 
critical
critical
[Adjetivo]

providing knowledgeable judgments and opinions about the positive and negative aspects of something

crítico

crítico

Ex: The critical analysis of the data revealed important trends and patterns. 
to critique

to carefully examine something in a detailed manner

evaluar

evaluar

Ex: As part of the workshop, participants were encouraged to critique their peers' presentations, offering constructive feedback for refinement. 
patriarch
patriarch
[Sustantivo]

a powerful or respected man who serves as the head of a family or tribe

patriarca

patriarca

Ex: In the household, the patriarch was the ultimate authority, making important decisions that shaped the direction of the family's future. 
paternal
paternal
[Adjetivo]

having qualities or behaviors typically associated with a father, particularly in a caring, supportive, or protective manner

paternal

paternal

Ex: His paternal love and support were evident in the way he celebrated his children's achievements and comforted them in times of disappointment. 
patrician
patrician
[Sustantivo]

a person belonging to the highest social class or aristocracy in certain societies

patricio

patricio

Ex: In medieval Europe, the patricians were distinguished by their opulent lifestyles, luxurious mansions, and exclusive access to education and cultural resources. 
patrimony
patrimony
[Sustantivo]

a property passed down from a father to his children by right of birth

patrimonio

patrimonio

Ex: In some cultures, land and property are considered essential components of one's patrimony and are carefully preserved. 
patriotism
patriotism
[Sustantivo]

the feeling of love or devotion toward one's country, its values, culture, history, and interests

patriotismo

patriotismo

Ex: John's unwavering patriotism led him to serve in the military, defending his country's values and freedoms. 
patron
patron
[Sustantivo]

an individual who regularly visits and uses a specific establishment, such as a shop, restaurant, or other business

cliente

cliente

Ex: As a loyal patron of the neighborhood bookstore, she would often spend hours browsing the shelves and discussing book recommendations with the staff. 
to patronize

to speak or behave in a way that implies that one is more knowledgeable, experienced, or intelligent than the other person

tratar con condescendencia

tratar con condescendencia

Ex: I feel she is patronizing me by her constant attempts to explain things to me as if I'm incapable of understanding. 
patronymic
patronymic
[Adjetivo]

derived from the name of one's father or a male ancestor

patronímico

patronímico

Ex: Many Slavic languages use patronymic naming conventions rather than family names. 
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