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Lista de palabras SAT 5 - Lección 42

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nepotism
[Sustantivo]

favoritism shown to relatives, especially in granting jobs, promotions, or other advantages

nepotismo

nepotismo

Ex: Despite accusations of nepotism, the CEO appointed his son to a high-ranking position within the organization , sparking controversy among employees .A pesar de las acusaciones de **nepotismo**, el CEO nombró a su hijo para un puesto de alto rango dentro de la organización, provocando controversia entre los empleados.
realism
[Sustantivo]

a literary or artistic style that gives a lifelike representation of people, events, and objects

realismo

realismo

Ex: She preferred the directness of realism in her sculptures , capturing the true forms and emotions of her subjects without embellishment .Ella prefería la franqueza del **realismo** en sus esculturas, capturando las formas y emociones verdaderas de sus sujetos sin adornos.
aphorism
[Sustantivo]

a concise and memorable expression that contains a general truth or principle

aforismo

aforismo

pessimism
[Sustantivo]

the negative quality of having doubts about the future and expect the worst possible outcomes

pesimismo

pesimismo

Ex: His pessimism about the economy influenced his investment choices .Su **pesimismo** sobre la economía influyó en sus decisiones de inversión.
mannerism
[Sustantivo]

a distinctive style, behavior, or way of doing things that is characteristic of a particular individual, group, or period

peculiaridad

peculiaridad

Ex: In his speeches , the politician displayed a mannerism of emphasizing key points with a distinctive hand gesture .En sus discursos, el político mostró un **manierismo** de enfatizar puntos clave con un gesto distintivo de la mano.
truism
[Sustantivo]

a self-evident truth or axiomatic statement that does not worth mentioning, used as a literary device

truismo, lugar común

truismo, lugar común

Americanism
[Sustantivo]

the ideology, customs, values, and cultural traits that are considered characteristic of the United States or its citizens

americanismo

americanismo

Ex: The concept of freedom of speech , enshrined in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution , is a fundamental aspect of Americanism, highlighting the importance of individual rights and liberties .El concepto de libertad de expresión, consagrado en la Primera Enmienda de la Constitución de los Estados Unidos, es un aspecto fundamental del **americanismo**, destacando la importancia de los derechos y libertades individuales.
altruism
[Sustantivo]

the selfless concern for the well-being of others, often demonstrated through acts of kindness, compassion, and generosity

altruismo

altruismo

Ex: Rescuing an injured animal and providing care and shelter , even at personal inconvenience , showcases altruism by showing compassion and empathy towards creatures in need .Rescatar a un animal herido y proporcionarle cuidado y refugio, incluso a costa de inconvenientes personales, demuestra **altruismo** al mostrar compasión y empatía hacia las criaturas necesitadas.
plagiarism
[Sustantivo]

the act of using someone else's work or ideas without giving them proper credit or permission

plagio

plagio

Ex: Many universities use software to check for plagiarism.Muchas universidades utilizan software para verificar el **plagio**.
ventriloquist
[Sustantivo]

an entertainer who can manipulate their voice in a way that makes it seem like it is coming from a puppet or dummy

ventrílocuo

ventrílocuo

Ex: The ventriloquist's performance was so convincing that many in the audience were amazed at how realistic the puppet seemed .La actuación del **ventrílocuo** fue tan convincente que muchos en la audiencia se asombraron de lo realista que parecía el títere.
zeitgeist
[Sustantivo]

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period in history, reflecting the ideas and beliefs of the time

zeitgeist

zeitgeist

Ex: The Industrial Revolution brought about a zeitgeist of urbanization and industrialization , as rural populations migrated to cities in search of work and new technologies transformed society and the economy .La Revolución Industrial trajo consigo un **zeitgeist** de urbanización e industrialización, mientras las poblaciones rurales migraban a las ciudades en busca de trabajo y las nuevas tecnologías transformaban la sociedad y la economía.
fatalist
[Sustantivo]

someone who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable, often accepting them passively without attempting to change or influence outcomes

fatalista

fatalista

Ex: In the face of economic hardship , the fatalist sees no point in seeking employment or striving for success , convinced that poverty is their inevitable fate .Ante las dificultades económicas, el **fatalista** no ve ningún sentido en buscar empleo o esforzarse por el éxito, convencido de que la pobreza es su destino inevitable.
lobbyist
[Sustantivo]

someone who attempts to persuade politicians to agree or disagree with a law being made or changed

cabildero, miembro de un grupo de presión

cabildero, miembro de un grupo de presión

masochist
[Sustantivo]

someone who derives pleasure or gratification from experiencing pain, humiliation, or suffering, either inflicted by oneself or by others

masoquista

masoquista

Ex: The masochist may deliberately provoke conflict or engage in self-destructive behavior , finding pleasure in the resulting suffering .El **masoquista** puede provocar deliberadamente conflictos o participar en comportamientos autodestructivos, encontrando placer en el sufrimiento resultante.
numismatist
[Sustantivo]

someone who collects, studies, or deals with coins, currency, and related items, often as a hobby or profession

numismático

numismático

Ex: During his travels , the numismatist visited various coin shops and auctions , always on the lookout for unique additions to his collection .Durante sus viajes, el **numismático** visitó varias tiendas de monedas y subastas, siempre en busca de adiciones únicas para su colección.
oculist
[Sustantivo]

a healthcare professional specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders

oculista

oculista

Ex: The oculist provided comprehensive care for patients with glaucoma , monitoring their condition and adjusting treatment plans as needed .El **oculista** brindó atención integral a los pacientes con glaucoma, monitoreando su condición y ajustando los planes de tratamiento según fuera necesario.
euthanasia
[Sustantivo]

the intentional act of ending a person's life painlessly and without their consent, typically to relieve suffering from a terminal illness or irreversible condition

eutanasia

eutanasia

Ex: Advocacy groups may campaign for the legalization of euthanasia, arguing for the right of individuals to choose a dignified and painless end of life if they are suffering unbearably .Los grupos de defensa pueden hacer campaña por la legalización de la **eutanasia**, argumentando el derecho de los individuos a elegir un final de vida digno y sin dolor si están sufriendo insoportablemente.
hernia
[Sustantivo]

a condition in which part of an organ squeezes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place

hernia

hernia

hysteria
[Sustantivo]

great excitement, anger, or fear that makes someone unable to control their emotions, and as a result, they start laughing, crying, etc.

hysteria

hysteria

Ex: She was on the verge of hysteria after hearing the shocking news .Ella estaba al borde de **la histeria** después de escuchar la impactante noticia.
mania
[Sustantivo]

mental condition that causes extreme and unusual changes in one's energy level, mood, or emotions

manía

manía

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