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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 18

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SAT Word Skills 1
urban
[Adjective]

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

Ex: Urban policy reforms aim to reduce traffic congestion in major cities .
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urbane
[Adjective]

sophisticated, refined, and exudes confidence from extensive social experience

Ex: His urbane manners were evident as he smoothly guided the dinner conversation .
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urbanity
[noun]

a refined politeness and sophistication in behavior and manner

Ex: Young diplomats were often advised to emulate the urbanity of their experienced counterparts .
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aerial
[Adjective]

having a connection to or being located in the air

Ex: The acrobats performed daring aerial stunts high above the stage .
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aeronaut
[noun]

an individual who pilots or operates an aircraft

Ex: Every aeronaut must undergo rigorous training to ensure safety in the skies .
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the quality of being broad, widespread, or universally applicable

Ex: One can not overlook the generality of this principle in many scientific disciplines .
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to draw a general conclusion based on specific cases that can be irrelevant to other situations

Ex: Based on a few negative experiences , he wrongly generalized that all the workshops were unproductive .
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generic
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referring to traits that are shared by all members of a particular biological genus

Ex: The scientist identified the species under the generic name Panthera .
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the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

Ex: He was known for his generosity, often surprising friends and strangers with thoughtful gifts and acts of kindness .
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monocracy
[noun]

a system of governance where a singular authority rules without any legal or oppositional constraints

Ex: In history class , students learned about the dangers of monocracy and the importance of checks and balances .
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monogram
[noun]

a design made of two or more interwoven letters, typically one's initials, used on stationery or embroidered on apparel

Ex: The couple chose a unique monogram for their wedding invitations , intertwining the initials of their first names .
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monograph
[noun]

a detailed written account of a particular subject, usually in the format of a short book

Ex: The monograph provides a comprehensive overview of the artist 's oeuvre , accompanied by detailed analyses of key works .
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monolith
[noun]

a large, singular stone block, frequently used as a pillar or memorial

Ex: Some believe the monolith in the forest was placed there by early settlers as a marker for travelers .
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monologue
[noun]

a speech spoken to oneself, often as a way of expressing thoughts or emotions aloud

Ex: His monologue helped him sort through his emotions .
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monomania
[noun]

an excessive and unhealthy obsession with a singular subject or idea to an extent that it becomes overwhelming and harmful

Ex: The novelist , known for his deep dives into subjects , was sometimes criticized for his apparent monomania on specific themes .
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monopoly
[noun]

the exclusive authority or ownership over a particular resource or domain

Ex: Historically , certain families held a monopoly on trade routes , solidifying their economic dominance .
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a word or expression comprised of a single syllable

Ex: The word " cat " is a monosyllable, easy for young children to pronounce .
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monotone
[noun]

a continuous, unvaried pitch or tone in speech or sound

Ex: Her voice , always in monotone, made it difficult to discern her emotions .
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monotony
[noun]

the constant lack of change and variety that is boring

Ex: To break the monotony, they decided to add some spontaneous adventures to their weekends .
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SAT Word Skills 1
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