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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 22

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SAT Word Skills 1
to defer
[Verb]

to postpone to a later time

Ex: The student requested defer her exams because of a family emergency .
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deference
[noun]

a polite and respectful expression, either through words or actions, that shows high regard or esteem for someone

Ex: In a gesture deference, she addressed her professor as ' Professor Smith ' instead of using their first name .
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deferential
[Adjective]

showing respect and esteem toward someone, especially a superior

Ex: The staff deferential, ensuring that every guest felt welcome and valued .
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iniquitous
[Adjective]

extremely unfair or morally wrong, often seen as sinful

Ex: iniquitous actions of the dictator led to widespread suffering among his people .
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iniquity
[noun]

behavior that is morally wrong or sinful

Ex: Many turned a blind eye to iniquity that was happening in the shadows of society .
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the process of combining various ingredients to produce something, often a medicine or drink

Ex: Each morning , she indulged in confection of her signature tea blend , mixing green tea with rose petals and a hint of mint .
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a collection of sweet items, such as candies, chocolates, and baked goods, usually made with sugar or other sweeteners

Ex: confectionery aisle in the supermarket was packed ahead of Valentine 's Day , with everyone looking for the perfect sweet gift .
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to endanger a person or thing

Ex: Continuous disregard for safety measures imperiling the workplace .
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imperious
[Adjective]

having an unpleasantly proud and arrogant demeanor, displaying a demand for obedience

Ex: The managerimperious demands created a tense atmosphere among the staff .
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a hidden plan, often with a harmful intent

Ex: Many believed that the company 's sudden downfall was not an accident but the result of machination.
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machinery
[noun]

machines, especially large ones, considered collectively

Ex: The workers received training on how to safely operate the machinery introduced to the workshop .
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machinist
[noun]

someone who operates a machine, especially an industrial one

Ex: machinists need a strong understanding of technology to operate advanced machinery .
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votary
[noun]

an individual who is devoted to a religious life through solemn commitments or vows

Ex: Clara 's dedication was evident in her life as votary, often serving the less fortunate and spending hours in prayer .
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votive
[Adjective]

offered or dedicated as an expression of a wish or vow.

Ex: The small chapel had an altar filled votive offerings from devotees seeking blessings .
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to arrest someone

Ex: Special units are apprehending suspects involved in financial fraud .
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apprehensive
[Adjective]

nervous or worried that something unpleasant may happen

Ex: The team apprehensive about the new project 's challenging deadline .
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to fuse
[Verb]

to combine different elements or substances

Ex: In the experiment , they tried fuse metals at high temperatures to form a durable alloy .
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fusible
[Adjective]

able to be melted or combined when subjected to heat

Ex: Many metals , like gold and silver , fusible, making them valuable for jewelry-making .
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the branch of medicine that is concerned with bones and muscles, and their diseases and injuries

Ex: She decided to get a second opinion from orthopedics clinic before agreeing to the recommended surgery .
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a doctor specializing in the treatment and correction of bones and muscles, especially the issues and deformities in children's skeletal systems

Ex: orthopedist developed a treatment plan to correct the curvature in Maria 's spine , helping her avoid future complications .
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