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SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 44

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SAT Word Skills 1
itinerant
itinerant
[Adjective]

(of a person) traveling from place to place, often for work or a specific purpose

Ex: Farmers often relied on itinerant laborers during the harvest season to ensure they had enough hands on deck. 
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itinerary
itinerary
[noun]

a plan of the route and the places that one will visit on a journey

Ex: The tour company sent us a detailed itinerary, breaking down our day-to-day activities and highlighting the main attractions. 
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to itinerate

o travel from one location to another, often on a regular circuit, for a specific purpose or duty

Ex: He chose to itinerate across the countryside, spreading his message to remote villages. 
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commodious
commodious
[Adjective]

having plenty of space for movement and storage

Ex: Despite the car's compact exterior, the interior is commodious, offering ample legroom and cargo space. 
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commodity
commodity
[noun]

(economics) an unprocessed material that can be traded in different exchanges or marketplaces

Ex: Oil has long been a highly valued commodity on the global market, influencing economies and politics. 
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wavelet
wavelet
[noun]

a small, brief wave on a liquid surface

Ex: As the pebble splashed into the pond, it created a series of wavelets that expanded outwards in concentric circles. 
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to waver
to waver
[Verb]

to move in a rhythmic or repetitive pattern that rises and falls

Ex: In the heat of the desert, the distant horizon appeared to waver and shift, creating a mirage effect. 
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to encumber

to hinder the process or make something harder to do or achieve

Ex: The outdated software encumbered the team’s progress on the project. 
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encumbrance

something burdensome or difficult to deal with

Ex: The project carried the encumbrance of strict deadlines. 
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to further

to advance the progress or growth of something

Ex: The scholarship was established to further the education of underprivileged students. 
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odoriferous
odoriferous
[Adjective]

having a distinct and often pleasant natural scent

Ex: She chose odoriferous herbs for the kitchen to fill the space with a refreshing aroma. 
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odorous
odorous
[Adjective]

possessing a distinct or recognizable scent, often unpleasant

Ex: He wrinkled his nose at the odorous socks left on the floor. 
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reflection

the action or process where a wave, such as light or sound, bounces back from a surface instead of passing through

Ex: The reflection of light off the mirror allowed him to see around the corner. 
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reflector
reflector
[noun]

a photographic accessory used to redirect or bounce light onto a subject, typically consisting of a flat or curved surface made of reflective material

Ex: The bicycle has reflectors on the wheels for safety at night. 
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to effuse
to effuse
[Verb]

to release freely, often in a natural or uncontrolled manner

Ex: When she spoke about her passion for art, she effused an enthusiasm that was infectious. 
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effusion
effusion
[noun]

an instance of flowing out under pressure

Ex: The effusion of lava from the volcanic eruption threatened nearby villages. 
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effusive
effusive
[Adjective]

showing strong or excessive emotion or enthusiasm

Ex: After watching the movie, he was effusive in telling everyone how great it was. 
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furtherance

the process of helping something grow, develop, or become more successful

Ex: The grant was given in furtherance of the research project's goals. 
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