SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 4

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SAT Word Skills 2

the action of feeding babies from the breast

Ex: Breastfeeding , or lactation , is recommended by healthcare professionals as the optimal way to nourish newborns in their early months .
lactic [adjective]

relating to or derived from milk

Ex: Lactic butter , made from the cream of milk , possesses a distinct creamy flavor and is commonly used in baking and cooking .
momentary [adjective]

lasting for only a short period of time

Ex: The power outage caused a momentary interruption in the concert , but the band quickly resumed playing once the lights came back on .
momentous [adjective]

highly significant or impactful

Ex: The groundbreaking research conducted by a team of scientists yielded momentous findings that could revolutionize the treatment of a widespread disease .
momentum [noun]

the force or energy that propels a process, idea, or endeavor, enabling it to continue moving, progressing, or gaining strength

Ex: The team kept their momentum throughout the match .
omnipotent [adjective]

possessing ultimate power or authority

Ex: In the fantasy novel , the protagonist discovers a magical artifact that grants them omnipotent abilities , enabling them to reshape reality according to their will .
omnipresent [adjective]

present or existing everywhere

Ex: Social media platforms , by their omnipresent nature , have revolutionized the way individuals connect and communicate , bridging gaps and facilitating immediate interaction .
omniscient [adjective]

having unlimited knowledge about everything

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omnivorous [adjective]

eating both animals and plants

Ex: The raccoon is an omnivorous mammal that opportunistically feeds on various food sources , including insects , small animals , fruits , and garbage .

a person who believes that God is a singular divine being rather than a Trinity of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

Ex: The Unitarian spoke passionately about the belief in the unity of God during the religious gathering.
univocal [adjective]

having only a single unmistakable meaning or interpretation

Ex: The politician 's univocal statement left no doubt about their position on the issue .
unilateral [adjective]

(of an action) taken by only one side or group involved in a situation

Ex: By exercising veto power , the president took a unilateral action to block the legislation , triggering surprise and disagreement among lawmakers .

a person who collects, studies, and preserves old and rare books, and other historical objects

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to give an old look to something

Ex: The artist antiquated the furniture to make it look like it had been passed down for generations .
antique [adjective]

old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

Ex: He restored an antique car from the 1920s , now worth a small fortune .

to conceal one's true emotions, beliefs, or intentions

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to spread information, ideas, or knowledge to a wide audience

Ex: The educational institution employs various methods to disseminate knowledge , including lectures , online courses , and publications .

the action of spreading information or news

Ex: Digital platforms have revolutionized the dissemination of artistic creations , allowing artists to reach a global audience .