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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 outbreak of wildfires prompted emergency evacuations across the region .

El brote de incendios forestales provocó evacuaciones de emergencia en toda la región.

outcry
outcry
[Sustantivo]

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

protesta

protesta

Ex: Social media amplified the outcry against the unfair treatment of workers .

Las redes sociales amplificaron el clamor contra el trato injusto a los trabajadores.

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: Despite the rise of digital media , printed books have outlasted predictions of their demise .

A pesar del auge de los medios digitales, los libros impresos han sobrevivido a las predicciones de su desaparición.

outlaw
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 Chicago-based outlaw involved in organized crime .

En la década de 1920, Al Capone ganó notoriedad como un forajido con base en Chicago involucrado en el crimen organizado.

outpost
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 isolated outpost provided a secure foothold for maintaining control over the area .

En medio de la región hostil, el puesto avanzado aislado proporcionaba un punto de apoyo seguro para mantener el control del área.

tyrannical
tyrannical
[Adjetivo]

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

tiránico

tiránico

Ex: Throughout history , societies have risen up against tyrannical regimes in the pursuit of freedom and equality .

A lo largo de la historia, las sociedades se han levantado contra regímenes tiránicos en busca de libertad e igualdad.

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: Throughout history , humanity has grappled with the destructive force of tyranny, as power-hungry individuals seek to subjugate and control others .

A lo largo de la historia, la humanidad ha lidiado con la fuerza destructiva de la tiranía, mientras que individuos sedientos de poder buscan subyugar y controlar a los demás.

to exasperate

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.

Los interminables atascos de tráfico en la ciudad exasperan a los viajeros, lo que lleva a un aumento del estrés y la frustración.

exasperation
exasperation
[Sustantivo]

a deep sense of annoyance due to persistent difficulties

exasperación

exasperación

Ex: His constant interruptions and disregard for others ' opinions filled her with exasperation.

Sus constantes interrupciones y su desprecio por las opiniones de los demás la llenaron de exasperación.

criteria
criteria
[Sustantivo]

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

criterios, parámetros

criterios, parámetros

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

La reseña crítica de la novela elogió el desarrollo de sus personajes pero criticó su ritmo.

to critique

to carefully examine something in a detailed manner

evaluar

evaluar

Ex: Her work has been widely critiqued and analyzed by scholars in the field .

Su trabajo ha sido ampliamente criticado y analizado por los académicos en el campo.

patriarch
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 of patriarch, carrying on the legacy of his ancestors and upholding their values .

A lo largo de las generaciones, el hijo mayor de la familia heredó el papel de patriarca, continuando el legado de sus antepasados y manteniendo sus valores.

paternal
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 of paternal advice he received was to prioritize his education and never stop learning .

Uno de los consejos paternos más valiosos que recibió fue priorizar su educación y nunca dejar de aprender.

patrician
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 the patricians, while the peasants worked the fields .

En el sistema feudal, la tierra era predominantemente propiedad de los patricios, mientras que los campesinos trabajaban los campos.

patrimony
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 their patrimony.

Tras su fallecimiento, el patriarca dividió sus activos financieros entre sus hijos como parte de su patrimonio.

patriotism
patriotism
[Sustantivo]

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

patriotismo

patriotismo

Ex: His deep 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 .

Su profundo patriotismo se reflejaba en su compromiso de aprender y hablar la lengua nativa de su patria, ya que creía que era esencial preservar el patrimonio lingüístico y la identidad cultural de su pueblo.

patron
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 valued patrons, Mr. Johnson , had been dining there every Friday evening for the past decade .

Uno de los clientes más valorados del restaurante, el Sr. Johnson, había estado cenando allí todos los viernes por la noche durante la última década.

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: The salesperson was patronizing the customer , making them feel inferior and inadequate .

El vendedor estaba tratando con condescendencia al cliente, haciéndolo sentir inferior e inadecuado.

patronymic
patronymic
[Adjetivo]

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

patronímico

patronímico

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

Su apellido patronímico se remonta a la línea familiar de su padre.

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