SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 4

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lactation

[noun]

the action of feeding babies from the breast

Ex: The mother cradled her baby in her arms , bringing him to her breast for the act of lactation, nourishing him with the warm and comforting milk .

lactic

[Adjective]

relating to or derived from milk

Ex: Protein powders and nutritional supplements often utilize lactic whey , a byproduct of cheese-making , due to its high protein content .

momentary

[Adjective]

lasting for only a short period of time

Ex: His anger was momentary, quickly replaced by understanding .

momentous

[Adjective]

highly significant or impactful

Ex: The birth of a child is a momentous occasion that brings joy and excitement to a family .

momentum

[noun]

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

Ex: Economic momentum depends on market stability .

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: Technology has become omnipresent, affecting nearly every aspect of daily life .

omniscient

[Adjective]

having unlimited knowledge about everything

Ex: The internet has become a vast repository of information, often referred to as a seemingly omniscient entity, providing answers to countless questions with just a few clicks.

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 .

Unitarian

[noun]

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

Ex: Unitarians organize charitable initiatives to address social issues and make a positive impact in society.

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 .

antiquary

[noun]

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

Ex: The auction house consulted with an antiquary to assess the value of the rare artifact before putting it up for sale.

to antiquate

[Verb]

to give an old look to something

Ex: The designer antiquated the lamps to match the rustic theme of the room .

antique

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her house is decorated with antique lamps and mirrors that add a touch of history .

to dissemble

[Verb]

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

Ex: Despite her efforts to dissemble her thoughts , her eyes betrayed her genuine concern .

to disseminate

[Verb]

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

Ex: By next year , the new educational initiative will have disseminated crucial knowledge to thousands of students .

dissemination

[noun]

the action of spreading information or news

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

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