SAT Ordfärdigheter 6 - Lektion 46

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maxim

[Substantiv]

a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom

maxim, princip

Ex: " A penny saved is a penny earned " is a maxim advocating frugality and the importance of saving money ."En sparat penny är en penny tjänad" är en **maxim** som förespråkar sparsamhet och vikten av att spara pengar.

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scabbard

[Substantiv]

a protective sheath for a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon

slida, svärdfodral

Ex: The antique scabbard exhibited intricate engravings depicting scenes of myth and legend .Den antika **slidan** uppvisade intrikata gravyrer som avbildade scener ur myt och legend.

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vogue

[Substantiv]

the latest fashion trend or style of the time

mode, vogue

Ex: Vintage accessories have come back into vogue, adding a nostalgic touch to modern outfits .Vintageaccessoarer har kommit tillbaka **i modet**, vilket ger en nostalgisk touch till moderna outfits.

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shroud

[Substantiv]

a piece of fabric used to wrap a deceased person's body for burial or cremation

svepning, liksvepning

Ex: The ancient Egyptian pharaohs were often buried in elaborate tombs , wrapped in luxurious linen shrouds adorned with intricate hieroglyphs and symbols .De gamla egyptiska faraonerna begravdes ofta i utsökta gravar, insvepta i lyxiga linne**svepningar** prydda med invecklade hieroglyfer och symboler.

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onus

[Substantiv]

a task, duty, or responsibility that someone is required to fulfill, often implying a burden or difficulty associated with it

börda, ansvar

Ex: The onus of maintaining a healthy lifestyle rests with individuals , who must make choices regarding diet , exercise , and self-care .**Ansvaret** för att upprätthålla en hälsosam livsstil vilar på individer, som måste fatta val om kost, motion och självomsorg.

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specimen

[Substantiv]

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

exemplar, prov

Ex: The specimen showed distinct characteristics that were crucial for the study .**Provet** visade tydliga egenskaper som var avgörande för studien.

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perquisite

[Substantiv]

a privilege reserved solely for a specific person or group by virtue of hereditary status, official rank, or institutional authority

privilegium, förmån

Ex: Tenure as a university professor often comes with perquisites like sabbaticals and access to research funding .Kronjuvelerna var en uteslutande **privilegium** för den regerande monarken.

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siege

[Substantiv]

the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender

belägring, blockad

Ex: Historically , sieges have been a common tactic in warfare , used to conquer fortified positions or cities .Historisk sett har **belägringar** varit en vanlig taktik i krig, använd för att erövra befästa positioner eller städer.

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realm

[Substantiv]

a territory or area of land governed by a monarch or sovereign ruler

rike, domän

Ex: The king 's coronation ceremony marked his ascension to the throne and his commitment to govern the realm justly and wisely .Kungens kröningsceremoni markerade hans uppstigning på tronen och hans åtagande att styra **riket** rättvist och visst.

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crevasse

[Substantiv]

a large crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or ice sheet

spricka, klyfta

Ex: The rescue team sprang into action when they received reports of a hiker who had fallen into a crevasse while traversing the glacier .Räddningsteamet gick omedelbart in i aktion när de fick rapporter om en vandrare som hade fallit i en **spricka** medan de korsade glaciären.

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concerto

[Substantiv]

a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements

konsert

Ex: The concerto showcased the virtuosity of the trumpet player , who dazzled the audience with intricate melodies .**Konserten** visade trumpetspelarens virtuositet, som förtrollade publiken med invecklade melodier.

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ampersand

[Substantiv]

the symbol & used in writing to signify the word 'and'

ampersand, och-tecken

Ex: When writing formal documents , it 's best to avoid using the ampersand in favor of spelling out the word " and . "När du skriver formella dokument är det bäst att undvika att använda **ampersand** till förmån för att stava ut ordet "och".

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vanguard

[Substantiv]

the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force

förgard, främsta linjen

Ex: The vanguard's courage and determination inspired confidence among the troops , motivating them to follow suit .**Förtruppens** mod och beslutsamhet ingav förtroende bland trupperna och motiverade dem att följa efter.

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residue

[Substantiv]

a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.

rester, återstod

Ex: Burnt residue from the campfire clung to their clothes after a night of roasting marshmallows .Bränd **rester** från lägerelden fastnade på deras kläder efter en natt med att rosta marshmallows.

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constable

[Substantiv]

an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community

constable, polisman

Ex: Some constables focus on code enforcement , inspecting properties for compliance with building codes and zoning regulations .Vissa **constables** fokuserar på kodtillämpning, inspekterar fastigheter för överensstämmelse med byggregler och zonbestämmelser.

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depth

[Substantiv]

the distance below the top surface of something

djup, botten

Ex: The well 's depth was crucial for ensuring a sustainable water supply during droughts .Brunnens **djup** var avgörande för att säkerställa en hållbar vattenförsörjning under torkperioder.

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iconoclast

[Substantiv]

a person who challenges or rejects established beliefs, customs, or values, often with the intent to provoke change or expose flaws

ikonoklast, bildstormare

Ex: The film 's director was hailed as an iconoclast for breaking genre rules .Filmens regissör hyllades som en **ikonoklast** för att ha brutit mot genrens regler.

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inlet

[Substantiv]

a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container

öppning, inlopp

Ex: The vacuum cleaner 's inlet sucks up dust and debris from the floor , keeping the house clean and tidy .Dammsugarens **insug** suger upp damm och skräp från golvet och håller huset rent och snyggt.

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rogue

[Substantiv]

a dishonest individual who behaves outside of societal norms or laws, often engaging in deceitful or unlawful activities

en oärlig individ, en bedragare

Ex: The town 's sheriff made it his mission to apprehend the notorious rogue responsible for a string of burglaries in the area .Stadens sheriff gjorde det till sin uppgift att gripa den ökände **skurken** som var ansvarig för en rad inbrott i området.

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coquette

[Substantiv]

a woman who enjoys flirting or teasing romantic interest, often without intending a serious commitment

kokett

Ex: Though she enjoyed the company of men and the attention they showered upon her , the coquette remained independent and uninterested in settling down .Även om hon njöt av mäns sällskap och den uppmärksamhet de gav henne, förblev **koketten** oberoende och ointresserad av att slå sig ner.

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