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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 37

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premise
premise
[Sustantivo]

a theory or statement that acts as the foundation of an argument

premisa

premisa

Ex: The entire debate was based on the premise that economic growth benefits all members of society. 
libretto
libretto
[Sustantivo]

the text of a musical play, an opera, or other extended vocal works

libreto

libreto

Ex: The composer and the librettist worked closely together to ensure the libretto perfectly complemented the music in the opera. 
precept
precept
[Sustantivo]

a guiding principle, intended to provide moral guidance or a basis for behavior

precepto

precepto

Ex: "Honesty is the best policy" is a precept often emphasized to instill the value of truthfulness in individuals. 
vertex
vertex
[Sustantivo]

a point where two or more lines, edges, or rays meet to form an angle, or the point at which the sides of a polygon intersect

vértice

vértice

Ex: In a triangle, each of its three corners is a vertex where two sides meet. 
tableau
tableau
[Sustantivo]

a dramatic scene or picture, often presented on stage or in a performance

cuadro

cuadro

Ex: The movie's climactic battle scene was a vivid tableau of chaos and heroism. 
millet
millet
[Sustantivo]

small seeds of a large crop that grows in warm regions, used to feed birds or make flour

mijo

mijo

Ex: It was a cold winter evening, but I warmed up with a comforting bowl of millet and butternut squash soup. 
dolt
dolt
[Sustantivo]

a person regarded as stupid or foolish

imbécil

imbécil

Ex: Despite repeated warnings, the dolt proceeded to touch the hot stove, resulting in a painful burn. 
hiatus
hiatus
[Sustantivo]

(biology) a gap, opening, or passage in anatomical structures, often between different parts or organs

hiato

hiato

Ex: The hiatus in the diaphragm allows the esophagus to pass through into the abdominal cavity. 
gamut
gamut
[Sustantivo]

the entirety or full spectrum of something

gama

gama

Ex: The new library's collection covers the gamut of literary genres, from classic literature to contemporary fiction. 
regent
regent
[Sustantivo]

a person appointed to govern a state, province, or colony as the representative of a monarch in the monarch's absence, minority, or incapacity

regente

regente

Ex: Queen Elizabeth I appointed a regent to govern England in her absence during her travels. 
wastrel
wastrel
[Sustantivo]

a person who is useful for nothing and spends resources wastefully

despilfarrador

despilfarrador

Ex: His reputation as a wastrel followed him wherever he went. 
colossus
colossus
[Sustantivo]

an individual or entity of immense size, influence, or importance, often symbolizing dominance or grandeur

coloso

coloso

Ex: Despite being a newcomer to the industry, the tech startup quickly grew into a colossus, disrupting traditional business models. 
hybrid
hybrid
[Sustantivo]

an animal or plant with parents that belong to different breeds or varieties

híbrido

híbrido

Ex: The farmer proudly displayed his new hybrid, a cross between a Brahman and an Angus, which combined the best traits of both cattle breeds. 
mien
mien
[Sustantivo]

a person's appearance or manner, especially as an indication of their character or mood

maneras

maneras

Ex: Despite his young age, the CEO possessed a dignified mien that commanded respect in the boardroom. 
quagmire
quagmire
[Sustantivo]

a soft, muddy area of land that is difficult to traverse or escape

cenagal

cenagal

Ex: Hikers found themselves stuck in a quagmire of mud after heavy rainfall flooded the trail. 
livelihood
livelihood
[Sustantivo]

the resources or activities upon which an individual or household depends for their sustenance and survival

sustento

sustento

Ex: Farming is the primary livelihood for many rural communities, providing food and income. 
cartridge
cartridge
[Sustantivo]

a module designed to be inserted into devices to dispense substances or perform specific functions

cartucho

cartucho

Ex: The printer cartridge needed replacement after running out of ink. 
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