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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 11

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SAT Word Skills 1
inflammable
inflammable
[Adjective]

capable of easily catching fire

Ex: The inflammable wood was a hazard and had to be removed from the construction site. 
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inflammatory
inflammatory
[Adjective]

causing or involving swelling and irritation of body tissues

Ex: Inflammatory skin disorders like psoriasis and eczema result in redness and itching of the skin. 
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whim
whim
[noun]

an imaginative and unusual idea, typically changing unpredictably

Ex: The writer's whim led him to create a character who speaks entirely in rhyming couplets. 
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whimsical
whimsical
[Adjective]

driven by impulses and desires rather than logical necessity or reasoning

Ex: His whimsical decision to take a spontaneous trip surprised everyone. 
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tacit
tacit
[Adjective]

suggested or understood without being verbally expressed

Ex: His tacit approval was evident from his nod, even though he said nothing. 
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taciturn
taciturn
[Adjective]

tending to be reserved and untalkative, in a way that makes one seem unfriendly

Ex: His taciturn demeanor at the party gave the impression that he wasn't enjoying himself. 
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tact
tact
[noun]

sensitivity and consideration in dealing with others to avoid causing trouble or offense

Ex: She handled the delicate conversation with great tact, avoiding any hurt feelings. 
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tactician
tactician
[noun]

a person who is skilled in planning strategies and executing actions to achieve a goal

Ex: The business tactician analyzed market trends and competitors' strategies to develop an innovative business approach. 
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tactics
tactics
[noun]

the art or science of employing military forces and strategies in order to achieve victory over an enemy

Ex: The navy's tactics were very effective in destroying the enemy's fleet. 
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barograph
barograph
[noun]

a device that automatically records changes in atmospheric pressure over time

Ex: Weather forecasters rely on networks of barographs strategically positioned worldwide to monitor pressure gradients across regions. 
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barometer
barometer
[noun]

a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure

Ex: Barometer readings are a useful indicator of how weather might differ at higher elevations compared to sea level. 
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to implicate

to involve or suggest someone's participation or connection in a crime or wrongdoing

Ex: Witness testimony served to implicate the suspect in the bank robbery. 
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implicit
implicit
[Adjective]

suggesting something without directly stating it

Ex: His implicit approval was evident from the nod of his head. 
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to imply
to imply
[Verb]

to suggest without explicitly stating

Ex: The politician's statement seemed to imply that there was more to the story than what was being revealed. 
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lax
lax
[Adjective]

showing a tendency to be less strict about rules or discipline

Ex: The lax security measures at the airport raised concerns about potential breaches. 
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laxative
laxative
[Adjective]

having the ability to relieve constipation and ease bowel movements

Ex: Certain fruits, such as prunes and figs, have natural laxative properties. 
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laxity
laxity
[noun]

the state or quality of being careless and lacking moral strictness or discipline

Ex: The teacher's laxity in grading assignments resulted in inconsistent and unfair evaluations. 
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felon
felon
[noun]

someone who has committed or has been legally found guilty of a serious crime

Ex: Amanda's conviction for arson resulted in her being labeled a felon and serving a lengthy prison sentence. 
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felonious
felonious
[Adjective]

relating to or having the characteristic of a crime

Ex: The investigation revealed a trail of felonious activities conducted by the criminal organization. 
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felony
felony
[noun]

a serious crime such as arson, murder, rape, etc.

Ex: Tax evasion is a felony offense that can lead to substantial fines and imprisonment if convicted. 
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