SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 24

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SAT Word Skills 1
ordinal [adjective]

denoting the position of something in a sequence or order

Ex:

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

Ex: Local ordinances vary from one municipality to another .
ordinate [noun]

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

Ex: The ordinate showed a significant increase in sales during the holiday season .
ordnance [noun]

military materials such as weapons, ammunition, and equipment

Ex: The military base had a vast storage facility for its ordnance , ensuring readiness for any potential conflicts .

to openly accept something as true or real

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

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 .

disagreement or conflict within a group expected to collaborate

Ex: The coach 's challenge was not just training the team but also managing the dissension among players .

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

Ex:
dissentient [adjective]

differing from and disagreeing with the views of the majority

Ex: The conference mainly had a unified view, but a few dissentient attendees sparked heated debates.
dissentious [adjective]

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

Ex: The team had a clear strategy , but one dissentious player suggested a completely different approach .

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: The old infirmary building, once buzzing with activity, had been converted into a modern health center.

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 .
plural [adjective]

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

Ex: Plural nouns are important in understanding sentence structure .

a large number of something

Ex: The plurality of options available made it hard for her to decide .

to praise highly, especially in a formal speech or writing

Ex: At the memorial service , the family members took turns eulogizing their beloved grandmother , recalling her kindness and generosity .
eulogy [noun]

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

Ex: At the funeral , the eulogy was a tribute to the deceased ’s courage and unwavering spirit .
hedonism [noun]

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

Ex: The novel portrays a society devoted to pleasure and hedonism .
hedonist [noun]

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

Ex: The hedonist valued luxury and comfort above all else .
hedonistic [adjective]

focused on seeking pleasure and self-indulgence

Ex: During his youth , he led a hedonistic lifestyle , but as he aged , he began to seek deeper meanings .