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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 3

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a strong statement or a piece of writing that expresses certain feelings and opinions

Ex: The columnist 's incisive declamation in the newspaper sparked a heated debate on the issue of freedom of speech .
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declamatory
[Adjective]

expressing one's feelings in a dramatic and forceful way

Ex: The politician 's declamatory remarks stirred the crowd into applause .
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declarative
[Adjective]

resembling or relating to an announcement or fact

Ex: The judge settled the matter definitively with a declarative ruling , leaving no room for ambiguity or further dispute .
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(in the grammar of some languages) a group of nouns, pronouns, or adjectives changing in the same way to indicate case, number, and gender

Ex: The Old English language had a complex system of declension, with different forms for nouns depending on case , number , and gender .
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unspeakable
[Adjective]

impossible to be described or expressed in words

Ex: The bond between a mother and child is often characterized by an unspeakable love that words can not capture .
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unsophisticated
[Adjective]

lacking practical knowledge and experience and tending to believe everything

Ex: Her unsophisticated understanding of politics led her to blindly support questionable candidates .
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to cause someone to feel worried or anxious, usually because of a change

Ex: Before finding a way to cope with it , the entire community had been unsettled by the sudden turn of events .
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unscrupulous
[Adjective]

having no moral principles and willing to do anything to achieve one's goals

Ex: The unscrupulous politician accepted bribes in exchange for favors , betraying the trust of the people who voted for him .
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unscathed
[Adjective]

remained free from harm, injury, or damage despite challenging or dangerous circumstances

Ex: To everyone 's surprise , the historical monument stood tall and unscathed after the devastating earthquake .
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to deliberately provoke, encourage, or initiate actions that lead to conflict, hostility, or harmful consequences

Ex: Driven by their deep-seated jealousy , the envious neighbor attempted to instigate conflict between the two families .
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someone who initiates a particular thing

Ex: The professor served as an instigator of intellectual debates , encouraging students to question established theories and think critically .
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to think or say that something is caused by a certain thing

Ex: The decline in sales can be attributed to the recent economic downturn.
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attrition
[noun]

the gradual reduction or decrease in size, quantity, strength, or effectiveness of something over time

Ex: Due to attrition within the organization , the number of employees decreased steadily over the course of several years .
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profane
[Adjective]

showing lack of respect for holy things or God, especially by using offensive or obscene language

Ex: The movie was criticized for its profane language and disrespectful portrayal of religious figures .
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profanity
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socially unacceptable language or behavior, typically involving the use of insulting or offensive terms

Ex: During the heated argument , both parties resorted to trading insults and profanities, escalating the tension and making resolution difficult .
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to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

Ex: The project manager oversees the workflow to prevent delays .
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overseer
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a person who is in charge of a group of employees to make sure they work properly

Ex: The IT department overseer reviewed the work of the software developers , ensuring that coding standards were followed and that the final products met the required specifications .
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irrational
[Adjective]

not based on reason or logic

Ex: She had an irrational dislike for certain foods without any real reason .
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irreducible
[Adjective]

incapable of being simplified any more than it already is

Ex: While some may attempt to reduce happiness to external circumstances , its true nature remains irreducible, as it arises from a combination of internal states , personal values , and individual perceptions .
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