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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 39

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SAT Word Skills 1
regime
regime
[noun]

a system of governing that is authoritarian and usually not selected in a fair election

Ex: The previous regime was known for its human rights violations. 
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regimen
regimen
[noun]

a set of instructions given to someone regarding what they should eat or do to maintain or restore their health

Ex: After consulting her nutritionist, she began a new dietary regimen to boost her metabolism. 
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collegian
collegian
[noun]

an individual attending or having attended a college or university

Ex: He fondly remembered his days as a collegian when life was full of aspirations and challenges. 
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colleague
colleague
[noun]

someone with whom one works

Ex: My colleague and I collaborated on a project that received high praise from our manager for its innovative approach. 
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ambiguity
ambiguity
[noun]

the quality of a phrase or statement having multiple interpretations due to its wording or context

Ex: The language of the law often has room for ambiguity, leading to various interpretations by lawyers and judges. 
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ambiguous
ambiguous
[Adjective]

having more than one possible meaning or interpretation

Ex: The term “investment” can be ambiguous in different financial contexts. 
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lumen
lumen
[noun]

a unit measuring the brightness of light

Ex: The projector has a high lumen output, making it perfect for outdoor movie nights. 
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luminary
luminary
[noun]

an influential individual who inspires or enlightens others

Ex: As a luminary in the world of technology, Steve Jobs inspired countless innovators. 
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luminous
luminous
[Adjective]

emitting or reflecting light

Ex: The luminous stars filled the night sky, twinkling with distant light. 
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lummox
lummox
[noun]

a clumsy, stupid, or oafish person

Ex: The lummox knocked over the display shelf while shopping. 
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sympathetic
sympathetic
[Adjective]

of or relating to the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions

Ex: The sympathetic nervous system activates during stressful situations. 
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symphonic
symphonic
[Adjective]

connected with or in form of a symphony

Ex: The concert featured a brilliant symphonic performance by the city's orchestra. 
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symphony
symphony
[noun]

a long and sophisticated musical composition written for a large orchestra, in three or four movements

Ex: The orchestra's rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony was truly captivating. 
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symptomatic
symptomatic
[Adjective]

displaying signs typical of a particular disease or medical condition

Ex: Chest pain can be symptomatic of heart problems. 
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to intercede

to talk to someone and convince them to help settle an argument or spare someone from punishment

Ex: The ambassador chose to intercede on behalf of the imprisoned journalist, hoping to secure his release. 
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to intercept

to stop or catch before reaching intended destination

Ex: The security team intercepted a suspicious package at the airport, preventing a potential threat. 
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intercession

the action of talking to someone so that they help settle an argument or show kindness to someone else

Ex: The community requested the mayor's intercession when the local park was threatened with closure. 
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intercessor

a person who intervenes on behalf of someone else, especially to mediate or plead for them

Ex: During the business dispute, they hired an intercessor to facilitate communication. 
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nihilist
nihilist
[noun]

a person who supports the absence of organized government or authority

Ex: The nihilist passionately argued against the establishment of any form of government. 
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nil
nil
[numeral]

the number zero, often used in sports or to indicate nothing

Ex: The final score was three nil. 
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