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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 11

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SAT Word Skills 2
incomparable
incomparable
[Adjective]

impossible to compare because of unmatched quality or characteristics

Ex: From the top of the mountain, the view was incomparable, stretching as far as the eye could see. 
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incompatible
incompatible
[Adjective]

(of two or more things) not able to exist or work together harmoniously due to fundamental differences or contradictions

Ex: The software update was incompatible with older operating systems. 
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incompetent
incompetent
[Adjective]

not suitable or effective in satisfying the needs of a particular intended function or objective

Ex: This lightweight jacket will be incompetent protection against freezing winter storms. 
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incomplete
incomplete
[Adjective]

not having all the necessary parts

Ex: His application was incomplete, so it got rejected. 
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incomprehensible
incomprehensible
[Adjective]

highly challenging for someone to understand, such as a concept, language, or situation

Ex: The professor's lecture on quantum physics was so filled with jargon and complex equations that it became incomprehensible to most of the students. 
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incompressible
incompressible
[Adjective]

(of a substance) maintaining its volume or density even under external forces

Ex: Water is considered incompressible under normal conditions, making it essential for hydraulic systems. 
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acrid
acrid
[Adjective]

having an unpleasant and sharp smell or taste, especially causing a burning sensation

Ex: The acrid smell of burnt rubber filled the air after the car accident. 
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acrimonious
acrimonious
[Adjective]

including a lot of anger, harsh arguments and negative emotions

Ex: The meeting ended on an acrimonious note, with both sides exchanging harsh words. 
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acrimony
acrimony
[noun]

words or feelings that are filled with anger or bitterness

Ex: Despite once being close friends, their falling out resulted in years of acrimony and resentment. 
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indubitable
indubitable
[Adjective]

beyond doubt or questioning, often due to its obviousness or undeniable nature

Ex: His exceptional talent and consistent performance made his status as the team's most valuable player indubitable. 
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to induce
to induce
[Verb]

to influence someone to do something particular

Ex: Management used a cash bonus to induce workers to take on risky offshore assignments. 
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to induct
to induct
[Verb]

to formally put someone in a position or job, especially with an official ceremony

Ex: She has been inducted into the organization's board of directors for her significant contributions. 
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inductee
inductee
[noun]

a person who is formally accepted into a particular group, society, or organization

Ex: As an inductee of the alumni network, she gained access to mentoring and career development resources. 
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peril
peril
[noun]

the state of being threatened by or exposed to a significant negative occurrence

Ex: The mission plunged deep into enemy territory, with the agents operating under constant peril of discovery. 
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perilous
perilous
[Adjective]

full of danger or risk, often threatening safety or well-being

Ex: Emergency responders faced perilous conditions battling the massive chemical fire. 
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perilousness

the quality or state of being risky or dangerous

Ex: Crossing the icy mountains in winter tested the limits of human endurance due to the sheer perilousness of the conditions. 
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to malign
to malign
[Verb]

to say bad and untrue things about someone, typically to damage their reputation

Ex: They believed he had maligned them to advance his own career. 
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malignant
malignant
[Adjective]

(of a tumor or disease) uncontrollable and likely to be fatal

Ex: Malignant tumors have the potential to spread to other parts of the body if not treated promptly. 
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to malinger

to fake illness in order to skip working or doing one's duties

Ex: Athletes risk being accused of malingering if injuries seem suspicious or prevent tournament play. 
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malingerer

an individual who feigns incompetence or illness just so they would not have to do something

Ex: The sergeant suspected Private Johnson was a malingerer always finding excuses to avoid difficult tasks. 
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