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Competenze Lessicali SAT 1 - lezione 12

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SAT Word Skills 1
ultimate
ultimate
[aggettivo]

signifying the highest or most significant degree

ultimo, supremo

ultimo, supremo

Ex: He pushed himself to his ultimate physical capacity during the race. 
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ultimatum
ultimatum
[sostantivo]

a final and serious demand made by one person to another, which includes consequences if the demand is not met

ultimatum

ultimatum

Ex: The government issued an ultimatum, demanding that the rebels surrender within 24 hours. 
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to corrode
to corrode
[Verbo]

to slowly damage and ruin something by exposing it to air, water, or acids

corrodere,  erodere

corrodere, erodere

Ex: The high humidity in the basement corroded the old photographs, causing them to fade and deteriorate. 
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corrosion
corrosion
[sostantivo]

the gradual destruction of materials by chemical reaction, usually of metals

corrosione

corrosione

Ex: The pipes in the old house were heavily damaged by corrosion, resulting in leaks throughout the plumbing system. 
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corrosive
corrosive
[aggettivo]

having the ability to cause damage or destruction, especially through chemical reactions

corrosivo, distruttivo

corrosivo, distruttivo

Ex: The corrosive nature of the cleaning solution caused discoloration on the countertop. 
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illusion
illusion
[sostantivo]

something that a lot of people consider to be true but is not

illusione, miraggio

illusione, miraggio

Ex: The illusion that eating carrots improves night vision persists, although it is not supported by scientific studies. 
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illusive
illusive
[aggettivo]

creating a false or misleading impression

illusorio, ingannevole

illusorio, ingannevole

Ex: The illusive dreams of fame and fortune led many aspiring actors down a path of disappointment and disillusionment. 
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illusory
illusory
[aggettivo]

giving a false impression of reality

illusorio, ingannevole

illusorio, ingannevole

Ex: The mirroring effect of the glass created an illusory extension of the room, making it seem larger than it actually was. 
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illustrious
illustrious
[aggettivo]

highly distinguished, admired, or well-known due to exceptional and outstanding characteristics or features

illustre

illustre

Ex: The athlete's illustrious career was marked by numerous championships and records, making her a legend in her sport. 
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mentality
mentality
[sostantivo]

the abilities of the mind such as thinking, learning, and problem-solving

mentalità, mente

mentalità, mente

Ex: Sarah's excellent reading mentality empowers her to comprehend and remember stories easily, making her an avid reader. 
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mentor
mentor
[sostantivo]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

guida

guida

Ex: The aspiring artist found a mentor who provided valuable feedback and encouragement to help him develop his artistic skills. 
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to parlay
to parlay
[Verbo]

to combine multiple individual bets into one larger bet, with the potential for a higher payout if all of the individual bets are successful

combinare, unire

combinare, unire

Ex: I wanted to parlay my $20 win into an even bigger payout with another bet. 
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to parley
to parley
[Verbo]

to discuss the terms of an agreement with an opposing side, usually an enemy

parlamentare

parlamentare

Ex: The opposing military generals agreed to parley in hopes of reaching a ceasefire agreement. 
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to acquaint

to make someone familiar with a person or thing by introducing or providing information about them

familiarizzare, far conoscere

familiarizzare, far conoscere

Ex: The book aims to acquaint readers with the basic principles of physics in an engaging and accessible manner. 
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to acquiesce

to reluctantly accept something without protest

acconsentire

acconsentire

Ex: The student, unable to convince the teacher otherwise, acquiesced and accepted the lower grade on the assignment. 
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to acquire
to acquire
[Verbo]

to buy or begin to have something

acquisire

acquisire

Ex: Sophie was thrilled to acquire a rare and valuable stamp for her collection. 
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acquisitive
acquisitive
[aggettivo]

having a strong desire or tendency to obtain, collect, or possess things, often material possessions

acquisitivo, avido di possesso

acquisitivo, avido di possesso

Ex: The acquisitive collector eagerly sought out rare and valuable coins to add to their extensive collection. 
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to acquit
to acquit
[Verbo]

to officially decide and declare in a law court that someone is not guilty of a crime

assolvere

assolvere

Ex: The company was accused of wrongdoing, but after a thorough investigation, they were acquitted of any illegal activities. 
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stigma
stigma
[sostantivo]

a mark of shame attached to a person or condition, often resulting in exclusion or discrimination

stigma, vergogna

stigma, vergogna

Ex: Mental illness still carries a stigma in many communities. 
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to stigmatize

to create marks or scars on the body, often intentionally, as a religious or spiritual practice

stigmatizzare, marchiare

stigmatizzare, marchiare

Ex: The ritualistic tattooing performed by the tribal elders was a way to stigmatize the bodies of the young initiates, symbolizing their passage into adulthood and spiritual connection. 
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