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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 22

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flora
[noun]

(botany) an individual plant or plant species

Ex: The invasive Japanese flora has proven extremely difficult to eradicate once established .
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floral
[Adjective]

resembling or reminding one of flowers through visual patterns, designs, or impressions

Ex: floral decorations at the event were stunning .
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to assail
[Verb]

to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally

Ex: The defense attorney tried assail the credibility of the key witness on the stand .
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assailant
[noun]

an individual who initiates an attack on someone else, employing various means such as physical violence, verbal aggression, or other forms of assault

Ex: Prosecutors argued assailant deserved a lengthy prison sentence given the vicious nature of the assault .
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destitute
[Adjective]

lacking various essential needs that are important for well-being or function

Ex: After the floods , the area destitute of shelter or food .
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a state where basic human needs cannot be met due to a lack of resources and access to necessities

Ex: The refugees were forced to flee their homes and left in a state destitution, relying on aid from charities to survive .
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stoic
[Adjective]

not displaying emotions and not complaining, especially in difficult and painful situations

Ex: stoic demeanor helped him handle the stressful situation .
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stoicism
[noun]

the quality of enduring hardship or pain without displaying emotion or complaint

Ex: Faced with the devastating news , she reacted stoicism, holding back tears and asking the doctor practical questions about treatment options .
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lingo
[noun]

language, words, or expressions that are particular to a certain profession, trade, or group

Ex: The lingo of Texas cowboy culture includes terms for lassos , gear , livestock and skills that were innovative solutions to tasks .
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lingua
[noun]

the anatomical organ in the mouth that is involved in tasting, swallowing, and speech

Ex: The patient had lingua piercing .
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lingual
[Adjective]

related to language, speech, or linguistic elements

Ex: Many languages require learners to develop lingual awareness to properly differentiate tones , stresses or regional accents .
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contemporaneous
[Adjective]

belonging to the same time period

Ex: The museum exhibit contemporaneous artists from the early 20th century .
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contemporary
[Adjective]

having a modern or current style or design, often reflecting up-to-date trends

Ex: Contemporary ceramics showcase innovative shapes and glazes .
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vitriol
[noun]

criticism or comments that are severely cruel and hurtful

Ex: Rather than engage in vitriol, we should have a respectful discussion of ideas .
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vitriolic
[Adjective]

(of a substance) highly acidic or corrosive in nature

Ex: Workers wear protective aprons , masks and gloves when handling vitriolic battery acid required for lead-acid car batteries .
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extempore
[Adverb]

without prior preparation or practice

Ex: During the debate , some participants extempore, relying on their knowledge and quick thinking .
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extemporaneous
[Adjective]

expressed or occurring on the spot without preparation

Ex: She enjoys the challenge of extemporaneous interviews on live television .
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to stop for a period of time

Ex: The concert had to be postponed after the power intermitting on and off at the venue .
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intermittent
[Adjective]

repeatedly starting and stopping, in short, irregular intervals

Ex: His internet connection intermittent, making it difficult to stream videos without interruptions .
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the quality of occurring with irregular pauses in activity or occurrence

Ex: Scientists studied intermittency of solar activity and related impacts on terrestrial phenomena .
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