SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 16

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SAT Word Skills 1
discord [noun]

lack of agreement between people

Ex: The business partnership suffered from discord as the co-founders had conflicting visions for the company 's future .
discordant [adjective]

having conflicting or opposing elements that create disagreement or tension

Ex: The board meeting was filled with discordant opinions about the new policy .

to ask for information, clarification, or an explanation

Ex: The customer inquired about the return policy before making a purchase .

a formal investigation or intense questioning, often conducted with harsh methods

Ex: The committee launched an inquisition to uncover any wrongdoing within the organization .
to bomb [verb]

to attack someone or something using explosive devices

Ex: During wartime , strategic locations are often bombed to disrupt enemy activities .

to continuously expose someone to something, such as information, questions, or criticisms

Ex: The news station bombarded viewers with coverage of the breaking story .

an individual who is responsible for aiming and releasing bombs with precision during military operations

Ex: The skilled bombardier precisely aimed and released the bombs from the aircraft, hitting the designated targets with accuracy.

to make one feel fond or affectionate toward someone or something

Ex: He hopes his dedication to his work will endear him to his new boss .
endearing [adjective]

referring to qualities or behaviors that make a person likable or charming to others

Ex: The baby's endearing smile won the hearts of everyone who saw her.

an excessive and uncontrollable loss of blood from a damaged blood vessel

Ex: The doctor was able to stop the hemorrhage and save the patient 's life .

a medical condition of a swollen or inflamed vein in the rectal area

Ex: The doctor prescribed medication to relieve the patient's hemorrhoids.

to clear someone from blame or suspicion and prove their innocence

Ex: After years of allegations , the results of the inquiry finally vindicated her actions .
vindicatory [adjective]

providing supporting evidence or defense

Ex: The documentary presented vindicatory arguments , shedding light on the truth of the matter .
vindictive [adjective]

showing a strong desire or tendency to seek revenge

Ex: His vindictive nature led him to seek revenge against anyone who opposed him .
noisome [adjective]

extremely repulsive and unpleasant, particularly to the sense of smell

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noisy [adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The party next door was noisy , with loud music and people talking .