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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 25

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SAT Word Skills 1
logic
[noun]

a field of study that deals with the ways of thinking, explaining, and reasoning

Ex: Some debate topics require a strong foundation in logic to ensure the arguments presented are coherent and valid .
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logical
[Adjective]

based on clear reasoning or sound judgment

Ex: They made a logical decision based on the data , avoiding emotional bias in their choice .
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logician
[noun]

a person who specializes in or is skilled at symbolic logic and reasoning

Ex: The university invited a renowned logician to give a series of lectures on advanced symbolic logic .
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logistics
[noun]

the management of supplying labor and materials as needed for an operation or task

Ex: In disaster relief efforts , logistics plays a critical role in mobilizing resources and deploying personnel to affected areas in a timely manner .
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cynic
[noun]

a person who doubts or questions the sincerity and motives of others

Ex: Every time there's a new policy at work, the office cynic questions its real purpose.
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cynical
[Adjective]

having a distrustful or negative outlook, often believing that people are motivated by self-interest

Ex: He approached every new opportunity with a cynical attitude , expecting to be let down .
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cynicism
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a doubtful view toward others' honesty or intentions

Ex: While some view cynicism as a protective mechanism against disappointment and deceit , others argue that it can foster negativity and inhibit genuine connection and cooperation .
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the display of extreme arrogance and disrespect toward others

Ex: Despite her humble beginnings , success brought a level of haughtiness that many found off-putting .
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haughty
[Adjective]

acting proud and looking down on others

Ex: The team captain 's haughty attitude made it challenging for the younger players to voice their opinions .
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the process of something becoming more compact or pressed together

Ex: The condensation of the report into a single page made it easier to understand .
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to shorten by removing extra details or unnecessary content

Ex: The journalist condensed the interview transcript to fit the article 's word limit .
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to talk down to someone or act superior

Ex: There 's no need to condescend; she 's just as experienced as you .
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condescending
[Adjective]

behaving in a way that makes others feel inferior or belittled

Ex: He had a habit of making condescending comments about his friends' hobbies, as if his interests were superior.
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the act of treating others as if they are less important

Ex: The manager 's condescension discouraged employees from sharing innovative ideas .
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literacy
[noun]

the capability to read and write

Ex: Literacy is essential for accessing information and education .
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literal
[Adjective]

focusing on the exact words only, without looking for deeper or implied meanings

Ex: Children often have a literal understanding of language , struggling with metaphors and idiomatic expressions .
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literati
[noun]

well-educated and intelligent people who deal with literature or publishing

Ex: As an aspiring writer , Jane dreamt of the day she would be considered part of the literati and invited to prestigious literary events .
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written works that are valued as works of art, such as novels, plays and poems

Ex: They discussed the themes of love and loss in 19th-century literature.
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descent
[noun]

a movement or action of coming or going downward

Ex: As he started his descent from the ladder , he realized he forgot his tools at the top .
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descendant
[Adjective]

moving from a higher to a lower place or position

Ex: The river takes a descendent course through the hills, creating several waterfalls.
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SAT Word Skills 1
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