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SAT Woordvaardigheden 1 - Les 17

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exposition
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a detailed explanation or description that clarifies the meaning or intent of a written work or discourse

expositie, uitleg

expositie, uitleg

Ex: In the opening scene of the play , the narrator delivered a exposition, setting the stage for the unfolding events .
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expository
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

intended to explain and present information in a detailed manner

uitleggend, toelichtend

uitleggend, toelichtend

Ex: The textbook provides an expository overview of the subject, covering key concepts and theories.
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affirmation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a statement that confirms something as true or valid

bevestiging, affirmatie

bevestiging, affirmatie

Ex: The CEO 's passionate speech served as a affirmation of the company 's commitment to innovation and excellence .
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affirmative
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

favorable or supportive in attitude or response

bevestigend, positief

bevestigend, positief

Ex: The senator 's speech was affirmative cheers from the audience , showing widespread agreement with his views .
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to endure
[werkwoord]

to allow the presence or actions of someone or something disliked without interference or complaint

verdragen, ondergaan

verdragen, ondergaan

Ex: Despite their differences , colleagues endure each other 's working styles for the sake of the team .
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endurance
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the capacity to withstand difficult or unpleasant circumstances without giving up

uithoudingsvermogen, duurzaamheid

uithoudingsvermogen, duurzaamheid

Ex: The athleteendurance allowed her to finish the race despite feeling exhausted halfway through .
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enduring
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having the ability to last over a long period of time

duurzaam, blijvend

duurzaam, blijvend

Ex: The enduring legacy of his work influenced future generations.
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vituperative
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

criticizing or insulting in a hurtful and angry manner

schoffend, beledigend

schoffend, beledigend

Ex: vituperative criticism of the team ’s performance was both hurtful and uncalled for .
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to moderate
[werkwoord]

to lessen or adjust the level, speed, or intensity of something

matigen, verzachten

matigen, verzachten

Ex: The government introduced measures to moderate inflation.
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moderation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the act or state of avoiding excess or extremes in thought, behavior, or action

matige, gematigdheid

matige, gematigdheid

Ex: It 's important to enjoy sweets moderation to maintain a healthy diet .
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moderator
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who, as a job, helps opposing sides come to an agreement

mediator, voorzitter

mediator, voorzitter

Ex: The international organization appointed a moderator to facilitate negotiations between conflicting parties , aiming to find a peaceful solution .
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evasion
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the act of avoiding or escaping something, typically a responsibility, obligation, or consequence

ontduiking, ontwijking

ontduiking, ontwijking

Ex: The employee 's constant excuses evasions made it clear that he was trying to avoid taking on additional work .
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evasive
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

using vague or ambiguous language intentionally to avoid giving a direct or clear answer

ontwijkend, vaag

ontwijkend, vaag

Ex: It 's frustrating trying to get a straight answer from him ; he 's always evasive.
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taut
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

firm and tight, lacking any slackness or excess

strak, te gespannen

strak, te gespannen

Ex: As she tied her shoelaces, she pulled them taut to ensure they wouldn't come undone during the race.
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tautological
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

referring to something that is repetitive and restates the same idea or meaning using different words

tautologisch, herhalend

tautologisch, herhalend

Ex: The editor removed tautological sentences to make the report more concise .
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tautology
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the redundant repetition of an idea using different words in a sentence or phrase

tautologie, overbodigheid

tautologie, overbodigheid

Ex: Writers and speakers are often advised to tautology to ensure their communication is clear and concise without unnecessary repetition .
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caprice
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a sudden and unpredictable inclination or desire

willekeur, gril

willekeur, gril

Ex: The theater directorcaprice resulted in last-minute changes to the play 's casting , leaving the actors in a state of confusion .
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capricious
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of a person) prone to unexpected and sudden changes of behavior, mood, or mind

wispelturig, grillig

wispelturig, grillig

Ex: Dealing with capricious client required constant adjustments .
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captious
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

describing someone who is overly critical or picky, especially about small things

kritischniet, stukjeskijker

kritischniet, stukjeskijker

Ex: She approached the project with captious mindset , constantly questioning every decision .
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