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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 3

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declamation

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

Ex: In his declamation, the politician made a passionate announcement about his plans for improving healthcare in the country. 
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declamatory
declamatory
[Adjective]

expressing one's feelings in a dramatic and forceful way

Ex: In her declamatory poem, she expressed her innermost thoughts and desires with grandeur and intensity. 
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declarative
declarative
[Adjective]

resembling or relating to an announcement or fact

Ex: In the press release, the government issued a declarative statement regarding its new policy initiative. 
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declension

(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: In Latin, nouns and adjectives undergo various changes in form called declensions based on their role in a sentence." 
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unspeakable
unspeakable
[Adjective]

impossible to be described or expressed in words

Ex: The beauty of the sunset over the ocean was so breathtaking that it left me in a state of unspeakable awe. 
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unsophisticated
unsophisticated
[Adjective]

lacking practical knowledge and experience and tending to believe everything

Ex: The unsophisticated tourist fell for the common scams and lost a significant amount of money. 
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to unsettle

to cause someone to feel worried or anxious, usually because of a change

Ex: The sudden change in his friend's behavior last week unsettled him, leaving him wondering what could be wrong. 
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unscrupulous
unscrupulous
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The unscrupulous businessman deceived his partners and embezzled funds from the company to enrich himself. 
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unscathed
unscathed
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Despite the car accident, everyone walked away unscathed. 
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to instigate

to deliberately provoke, encourage, or initiate actions that lead to conflict, hostility, or harmful consequences

Ex: With a calculated move, the agent planted false evidence to instigate suspicion and create chaos within the organization. 
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instigator

someone who initiates a particular thing

Ex: She was known as the instigator of community projects, always coming up with ideas to improve the neighborhood. 
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to attribute

to think or say that something is caused by a certain thing

Ex: Scientists attribute climate change to human activity. 
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attrition
attrition
[noun]

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

Ex: Over time, the constant rubbing of two stones against each other resulted in attrition, causing both surfaces to wear down. 
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profane
profane
[Adjective]

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

Ex: During the religious ceremony, an attendee loudly shouted profane remarks, disrupting the solemn atmosphere and disrespecting the sacred occasion. 
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profanity
profanity
[noun]

socially unacceptable language or behavior, typically involving the use of insulting or offensive terms

Ex: It is considered impolite to use profanity in professional settings, as it can create a hostile or unprofessional atmosphere. 
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to oversee

to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

Ex: She was hired to oversee the day-to-day operations of the company. 
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overseer
overseer
[noun]

a person who is in charge of a group of employees to make sure they work properly

Ex: As the overseer of a customer service team, Sarah monitored call center agents, providing feedback and guidance to ensure they delivered excellent service and met performance targets. 
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irrational
irrational
[Adjective]

not based on reason or logic

Ex: Her fear of flying was irrational since statistics showed that it is one of the safest modes of transportation. 
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irreducible
irreducible
[Adjective]

incapable of being simplified any more than it already is

Ex: The concept of human rights is based on the irreducible principle that every individual possesses inherent dignity and worth. 
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