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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 16

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recluse
[noun]

an individual who lives by themselves and avoids all sorts of contact with other people

Ex: Her decision to live as a recluse was driven by a desire for personal reflection .
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reclusive
[Adjective]

(of a place) very isolated and remote, situated far from populated areas or access to the outside world

Ex: Rumors swirled about mysterious activities taking place within the heavily secured and reclusive military base .
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a severe critical comment or formal disapproval, often in an official or public manner

Ex: His harsh condemnation drew swift animadversion from loyal supporters who felt he was being too critical .
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a tiny animal, typically visible only under a microscope

Ex: In his pioneering studies of animalcules, Leeuwenhoek documented countless varieties of protozoa , bacteria and other microscopic creatures .
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to invoke emotions, enthusiasm, or energy in people

Ex: The little gestures of kindness animated the meeting , making it feel warm and welcoming .
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animosity
[noun]

strong hostility, opposition, or anger

Ex: She could n't hide her animosity when they were forced to collaborate .
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animus
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a deep-seated feeling of hostility and ill will directed at someone or something

Ex: Some groups maintain animus against certain scientific theories that conflict with their core doctrines .
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a feeling or suspicion that something, particularly something unpleasant, is about to take place

Ex: He tried to ignore the presentiment, but it lingered as he prepared for the trip .
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a statement about an offense made by a jury based on their own knowledge

Ex: No formal charges had been filed but rumors of misconduct led the jury to introduce their own presentment of the case .
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vehemence
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a loud, forceful, and emphatic speech, often in an angry or aggressive tone

Ex: Activists spoke with vehemence about their cause , loudly demanding immediate political action .
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vehement
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expressing strong emotions, typically anger

Ex: The letter contained a vehement plea for justice , expressing deep frustration with the system .
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to tremor
[Verb]

to make a slight shaking movement, often as a result of external factors such as wind, movement, or vibrations

Ex: Residents along the fault line felt their homes tremoring for several minutes during the seismic event .
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tremulous
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(of the voice or body) shaking in a slight, fragile manner, often due to nerves, fear, age or illness

Ex: She wrote a tremulous note apologizing for the misunderstanding .
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to extort
[Verb]

to twist or manipulate someone's words or actions in a dishonest or unfair way

Ex: By cherry-picking facts, some conspiracy theorists extort information to fit outrageous claims not supported by evidence.
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extortion
[noun]

a crime where someone forces another person to give them money or valuable things by threatening or intimidating them

Ex: Extortion of additional funds from prior victims continued when the thief threatened to expose private details .
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an event or experience that is unfortunate, unsuccessful, or troublesome, often due to poor planning, bad judgment, or unforeseen circumstances

Ex: He resigned in disgrace after a misadventure involving illegal campaign funds came to light .
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someone who dislikes, distrusts, or hates other human beings

Ex: After years of betrayal by friends and family , she became a misanthrope who distrusted everyone around her .
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to fail to understand the full or true meaning, intention, or scope of a situation, idea, or statement

Ex: I think you 're misapprehending what I said - I did n't mean it that way .
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