SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 13

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SAT Word Skills 2

the action of restoring something to its original state or condition

Ex: Restitution of the garden required careful reconstruction of the paths .
restive [adjective]

feeling a sense of unease or agitation that prevents one from finding peace or relaxation

Ex: She became increasingly restive as the deadline approached , feeling the weight of stress and expectation .
restorative [adjective]

making one feel more energetic or refreshed

Ex: Spending time in nature had a wonderfully restorative impact beyond just relaxing .
restrained [adjective]

showing limited emotion and maintaining formality

Ex: She clenched her fists tightly , showing a restrained response to the frustrating situation .

the medical procedure of transferring blood, blood components, or other fluids into a patient's bloodstream

to vary or waver between two or more states or amounts

Ex: Her weight fluctuates depending on her diet and exercise routine .

the irregular or unpredictable variation in something over time, characterized by alternating changes

Ex: Energy prices are subject to frequent fluctuations .
banal [adjective]

lacking creativity or novelty, making it uninteresting due to its overuse or predictability

Ex: With its repetitive and banal lyrics , the song failed to resonate with the listeners , lacking the depth and originality they craved .
banality [noun]

a remark used so often that its not interesting or effective

Ex: She offered nothing but banalities during the meeting , repeating the same generic statements we 've heard a hundred times before .

to deny any knowledge, support, or responsibility for something that is associated with oneself

Ex: The defendant 's defense attorney urged them to disavow any connection to the criminal organization , emphasizing the importance of distancing themselves from such associations .

the act of denying any connection, association, or knowledge about something

Ex: His sudden disavowal of the political party left many speculating about his motives and future plans .

an expert who studies and researches a person's ancestors and the history of their family

Ex: As a professional genealogist , she dedicated her career to helping individuals discover their roots and understand their family history .

the study of family lineages and the history of descent

Ex: Genealogy websites and DNA tests have become popular tools for individuals interested in exploring their family history .

to go beyond limits of one's power or authority, often resulting in negative consequences or failure

Ex: They were overreaching by attempting to accomplish too much in a short timeframe .
overpass [noun]

a type of bridge that is built over a road to provide a different passage

to extend outwards beyond the edge or surface of an object or structure

Ex: As I walked under the tunnel , the arched ceiling was increasingly overhanging the path .

to express joy and good wishes to someone for their achievements or on special occasions

Ex: We warmly felicitate our colleague on receiving the prestigious award for her groundbreaking research .
felicitous [adjective]

fitting for the occasion, accurately expressing what is intended

Ex: Her description of the event provided just the right mix of humor and insight in a truly felicitous manner .
felicity [noun]

well-crafted manner, expression or style in communication, design or artistic endeavors

Ex: With felicity of phrasing , the writer eloquently summarized the main points in the discussion .

the transfer of blood from a donor to a recipient to address medical needs

Ex: In certain illnesses , regular blood transfusions can improve a patient 's quality of life .