SAT词汇技能5 - 第39课

someone's face or facial expression

the state of similarity between two or more things

actions or conduct that departs from societal norms, expectations, or standards, often perceived as unconventional, abnormal, or unacceptable by the larger community

a condition or situation that is similar or only appears to be similar to something

a gathering where individuals attempt to communicate with the spirits of the dead, typically led by a medium

the act of prolonging or extending the duration of something

the act of deference or respect, typically expressed through a gesture such as a bow or curtsy

a sum of money that is very insufficient

a person or thing that gets in the way or obstructs movement

the quality of being the most significant or influential element in a particular situation or context

the act of inflicting harm or punishment on someone as retribution for a perceived wrongdoing or injury

the unnecessary repetition or inclusion of something, often resulting in excess or waste

a very small and barely noticeable difference in tone, appearance, manner, meaning, etc.

the particular style or manner of speaking or writing used in a specific group, profession, or context

the overall atmosphere or mood of a place, typically created by a combination of factors such as lighting, decor, music, and scent

a temporary suspension or cessation of activity or progress, typically with the expectation of future resumption