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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 37

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SAT Word Skills 1
euphemism
euphemism
[noun]

a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite

Ex: "Between jobs" is a euphemism for being unemployed. 
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euphonious
euphonious
[Adjective]

pleasing to the ear

Ex: The songbird's euphonious tune was a delightful start to the day. 
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euphony
euphony
[noun]

a harmonious combination of sounds that is pleasing to the ear

Ex: The orchestral piece was a masterclass in euphony, captivating every listener. 
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euphoria
euphoria
[noun]

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

Ex: The euphoria of winning the championship was overwhelming. 
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euphoric
euphoric
[Adjective]

feeling intense excitement and happiness

Ex: Winning the championship made her feel euphoric, like she was on top of the world. 
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unanimity
unanimity
[noun]

a situation in which all those involved are in complete agreement on something

Ex: The unanimity of the jury surprised many, given the complexity of the case. 
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unanimous
unanimous
[Adjective]

(of a group) fully in agreement on something

Ex: The committee was unanimous in approving the new budget. 
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arrogant
arrogant
[Adjective]

showing a proud, unpleasant attitude toward others and having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

Ex: Despite his lack of experience, he acted in an arrogant manner, believing he knew better than everyone else. 
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to arrogate

to claim a right, title, or authority to something, often without proper justification

Ex: In the absence of the manager, he arrogated the responsibility of making the final decision on the project. 
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voluble
voluble
[Adjective]

characterized by a ready and continuous flow of speech

Ex: The voluble host kept the conversation lively all evening. 
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voluminous
voluminous
[Adjective]

having abundant fabric that creates a large silhouette

Ex: She wore a voluminous gown that swept across the ballroom floor. 
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voluptuous
voluptuous
[Adjective]

(of a woman's body) curvy and attractive with full breasts and wide hips

Ex: The actress's voluptuous figure graced the cover of magazines, captivating readers with her beauty. 
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deceit
deceit
[noun]

a tendency toward dishonesty, falseness, or misleading behavior

Ex: His reputation for deceit made colleagues wary of sharing confidential information. 
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deceitful
deceitful
[Adjective]

displaying behavior that hides true intentions or feelings to mislead or trick

Ex: His deceitful smile masked his true intentions, which were to undermine his colleagues. 
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to deceive

to make a person believe something untrue

Ex: He tried to deceive his friends by pretending to be a millionaire. 
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to manifest

to clearly dispaly something

Ex: Her kindness manifested in the charity work she tirelessly pursued. 
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to manifold

to produce several copies or duplicates of something

Ex: Before the meeting, he manifolds the agenda to hand out to attendees. 
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dead heat
dead heat
[noun]

a race in which two or more competitors finish at the exact same time

Ex: The race ended in a dead heat, with both runners crossing the finish line at the same time. 
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deadlock
deadlock
[noun]

a situation in which the parties involved do not compromise and therefore are unable to reach an agreement

Ex: The peace talks ended in a deadlock with neither side willing to budge on their demands. 
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