SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 2

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to kindle [verb]

to set something on fire

Ex: The explorer struggled to find dry wood to kindle a fire during the rainy camping trip .

kindred [adjective]

of a similar classification and quality

Ex: The two films shared a kindred cinematography , employing visually stunning shots and creative camera angles .

zeal [noun]

a great enthusiasm directed toward achieving something

Ex: With great zeal , she tackled each new project , determined to excel in her work .

zealot [noun]

a person who is fanatically committed to a cause, ideology, or belief, often with uncompromising intensity and willingness to act aggressively in its defense

Ex: She was a zealot for animal rights , refusing any compromise .

zealous [adjective]

showing impressive commitment and enthusiasm for something

Ex: The zealous supporters cheered loudly throughout the entire event .

to bungle [verb]

to handle a task or activity clumsily, often causing damage or problem

Ex: She feared she would bungle her speech in front of the large audience and embarrass herself .

bungalow [noun]

a one-story construction without stairs, usually with a low roof

Ex: The family rented a charming bungalow in the countryside for their summer vacation .

miser [noun]

a person who refuses to spend any of their money, often living in poor conditions

Ex: The miser refused to turn on the heating in his house , even during the freezing winter months .

miserly [adjective]

having an extreme reluctance to spend money or resources

Ex: She lived a miserly life , always looking for ways to save even the smallest amounts of money .

typical [adjective]

having or showing the usual qualities of a particular group of people or things

Ex: The architecture in this neighborhood is typical of Victorian-era homes .

to typify [verb]

to display the specifications related to a certain group

Ex: The crowded streets typify the bustling energy of a vibrant city .

financial [adjective]

related to money or its management

Ex: He sought financial advice from a professional to plan for retirement .

financier [noun]

a person whose job is handling and lending large amounts of money to other companies or the government

Ex: The company hired an experienced financier to oversee its financial operations and strategic planning .

to writhe [verb]

to twist or squirm violently, from struggle, physical pain, or emotional distress

Ex: She writhed in her restraints , desperate to break free .

wry [adjective]

twisted or distorted, often indicating dry or mocking humor

Ex:

existence [noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: His existence was a subject of intense speculation after he disappeared without a trace .

existential [adjective]

regarding human's existence and its concerning matters

Ex: The protagonist in the novel suffers from existential dread and a feeling of disconnection .

pacific [adjective]

tending to keep peace and stay away from conflicts

Ex: The pacific protesters marched peacefully , advocating for their cause without resorting to violence .

pacifist [noun]

an individual who is against war and violence as a way to settle disagreements or conflicts

Ex: The group of pacifists protested the government ’s decision to increase military spending .

to pacify [verb]

to take action against violence in order to bring peace

Ex: The UN 's mission was to pacify the conflict-ridden area and protect civilians .

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