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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 24

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SAT Word Skills 1
ordinal
ordinal
[Adjective]

denoting the position of something in a sequence or order

Ex: The winners were announced in ordinal sequence .
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ordinance
ordinance
[noun]

an authoritative or established rule, often issued by a governing body

Ex: Environmental ordinances protect local wildlife .
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ordinate
ordinate
[noun]

(of quantity or measurement) the vertical coordinate or value on a graph

Ex: For each point on the graph , the ordinate indicates its height relative to the baseline .
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ordnance
ordnance
[noun]

military materials such as weapons, ammunition, and equipment

Ex: A significant part of the defense budget is allocated to the procurement and maintenance of ordnance.
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to acknowledge

to openly accept something as true or real

Ex: Many scientists acknowledge the impact of climate change on global weather patterns .
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acknowledgment

a statement or gesture confirming receipt or recognition of something or someone

Ex: The nod was a silent acknowledgment of his presence in the room .
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dissension

disagreement or conflict within a group expected to collaborate

Ex: The political party , once united , was now torn by dissension and infighting .
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to dissent

to give or have opinions that differ from those officially or commonly accepted

Ex: Students are encouraged to dissent respectfully and engage in constructive debate in the classroom .
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dissentient
dissentient
[Adjective]

differing from and disagreeing with the views of the majority

Ex: Some movies, while popular with audiences, often have dissentient critics who see them in a different light.
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dissentious
dissentious
[Adjective]

having or expressing a different opinion, especially one that goes against the majority

Ex: During the town hall meeting , Mark was the dissentious voice , advocating for an alternative solution .
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infirmary
infirmary
[noun]

a facility within an institution, such as a school or hospital, where medical treatment and care are provided to patients who are ill or injured

Ex: Sarah volunteered at the local infirmary every weekend , assisting the nurses with basic tasks .
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infirmity
infirmity
[noun]

the state of being weak and unhealthy, especially due to old age or sickness

Ex: Age often brings with it various infirmities, making daily tasks more challenging .
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plural
plural
[Adjective]

(grammar) describing words that are indicating the presence of more than one person or thing

Ex: She learned the plural forms of irregular nouns in her language lesson.
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plurality
plurality
[noun]

a large number of something

Ex: The plurality of stars in the night sky has always fascinated astronomers .
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to eulogize

to praise highly, especially in a formal speech or writing

Ex: She eulogized her mentor during the retirement party , expressing gratitude for the guidance and support over the years .
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eulogy
eulogy
[noun]

a speech or written tribute, especially one commemorating someone who has died

Ex: The minister delivered a heartfelt eulogy that honored the deceased ’s life and achievements .
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hedonism
hedonism
[noun]

the pursuit of pleasure as a guiding principle or way of life

Ex: The festival was an expression of carefree hedonism.
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hedonist
hedonist
[noun]

an individual who acts according to the belief that pursuing pleasure is of the highest importance in life

Ex: He was known as a hedonist, always choosing the most pleasurable path .
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hedonistic
hedonistic
[Adjective]

focused on seeking pleasure and self-indulgence

Ex: She gave into her hedonistic tendencies during her vacation , enjoying every luxury offered .
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