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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 2 - Lección 6

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outbreak
[Sustantivo]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

brote

brote

Ex: outbreak of wildfires prompted emergency evacuations across the region .
outcry
[Sustantivo]

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

protesta

protesta

Ex: Social media amplified outcry against the unfair treatment of workers .
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: Despite the rise of digital media , printed books outlasted predictions of their demise .
outlaw
[Sustantivo]

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

bandido, bandolero

bandido, bandolero

Ex: In the 1920s , Al Capone gained notoriety as a outlaw involved in organized crime .
outpost
[Sustantivo]

a military camp situated far from the main army of troops

puesto de avanzada, avanzada

puesto de avanzada, avanzada

Ex: In the midst of the hostile region , the outpost provided a secure foothold for maintaining control over the area .
tyrannical
[Adjetivo]

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

tiránico

tiránico

Ex: Throughout history , societies have risen tyrannical regimes in the pursuit of freedom and equality .
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: Throughout history , humanity has grappled with the destructive force tyranny, as power-hungry individuals seek to subjugate and control others .

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

exasperar

exasperar

Ex: The never-ending traffic congestion in the city exasperates commuters, leading to increased stress and frustration.
exasperation
[Sustantivo]

a deep sense of annoyance due to persistent difficulties

exasperación

exasperación

Ex: His constant interruptions and disregard for others ' opinions filled her exasperation.
criteria
[Sustantivo]

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

criterios, criterio

criterios, criterio

Ex: The criteria for this research study include patient age and medical history.
critical
[Adjetivo]

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

crítico

crítico

Ex: The critical review of the novel praised its character development but criticized its pacing.

to carefully examine something in a detailed manner

evaluar

evaluar

Ex: Her work has been critiqued and analyzed by scholars in the field .
patriarch
[Sustantivo]

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

patriarca

patriarca

Ex: Throughout generations , the eldest son of the family inherited the role patriarch, carrying on the legacy of his ancestors and upholding their values .
paternal
[Adjetivo]

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

paternal

paternal

Ex: One of the most valuable pieces paternal advice he received was to prioritize his education and never stop learning .
patrician
[Sustantivo]

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

patricio

patricio

Ex: In the feudal system , the land was predominantly owned by patricians, while the peasants worked the fields .
patrimony
[Sustantivo]

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

patrimonio

patrimonio

Ex: Upon his passing , the patriarch divided his financial assets among his children as part of patrimony.
patriotism
[Sustantivo]

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

patriotismo

patriotismo

Ex: His patriotism was reflected in his commitment to learning and speaking the native language of his homeland , as he believed it was essential to preserve the linguistic heritage and cultural identity of his people .
patron
[Sustantivo]

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

cliente

cliente

Ex: One of the restaurant 's most patrons, Mr. Johnson , had been dining there every Friday evening for the past decade .

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: The salesperson patronizing the customer , making them feel inferior and inadequate .
patronymic
[Adjetivo]

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

patronímico

patronímico

Ex: patronymic surname traces back to her father 's family line .
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