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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 20

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SAT Word Skills 1
rigor
rigor
[noun]

the quality of thoroughness and accuracy in approach or analysis

Ex: Maintaining rigor in the editorial process ensures the credibility of the publication. 
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rigorous
rigorous
[Adjective]

(of a rule, process, etc.) strictly followed or applied

Ex: The school has a rigorous dress code that all students must follow. 
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decadence
decadence
[noun]

a decline in standards, especially in moral or mental qualities

Ex: The novel paints a vivid picture of decadence and moral decline in a once-thriving community. 
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decagon
decagon
[noun]

(geometry) a flat polygon with ten straight sides and ten angles

Ex: Architects sometimes incorporate shapes like the decagon into their designs for a unique appearance. 
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decagram
decagram
[noun]

a weight that is the same as 10 grams

Ex: The recipe required a decagram of saffron, which made her realize how expensive the dish was to make. 
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decalitre
decalitre
[noun]

a measure that is the same as 10 liters

Ex: The farmer sold milk in decalitre containers at the market. 
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decalogue
decalogue
[noun]

the Ten Commandments given to Moses in the Bible

Ex: She studied the decalogue in her religious studies class to understand its historical significance. 
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decameter
decameter
[noun]

a measure that is the same as 10 meters

Ex: He jogged a decameter every morning as a warm-up before his main workout. 
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to fabricate

to create or make up something, especially with the intent to deceive

Ex: The journalist lost her credibility when it was discovered she'd fabricate stories. 
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fabrication

the process of creating or assembling something from raw materials

Ex: The company specializes in the fabrication of custom-made furniture pieces. 
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inverse
inverse
[Adjective]

opposite in order or effect

Ex: The inverse order of the names on the list caused a bit of confusion. 
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inversion
inversion
[noun]

the act of turning something upside down or placing it in a vertical position

Ex: The artist's installation featured an inversion of everyday objects, challenging our perceptions. 
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to invert
to invert
[Verb]

to flip or reverse the position or arrangement of something

Ex: In some board games, players can invert the board to play from a different angle. 
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to upheave

to elevate or lift strongly, especially from below

Ex: The sudden gust of wind began to upheave the tents at the campsite. 
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upheaval
upheaval
[noun]

a sudden and significant change or disruption, especially in relation to politics or social conditions

Ex: Many migrants move to other countries to escape the upheaval in their homeland. 
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to blaspheme

to speak using offensive or disrespectful language

Ex: Angered by the referee's decision, the player began to blaspheme, earning himself a red card. 
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blasphemy
blasphemy
[noun]

a language that shows disrespect for God or other sacred entities

Ex: he novel was banned in several countries due to its perceived blasphemy against religious figures. 
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to gibe
to gibe
[Verb]

to make fun of someone

Ex: Even when critics would gibe at his unconventional methods, the artist continued to produce groundbreaking work. 
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