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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 27

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SAT Word Skills 2
radiance
radiance
[noun]

a happy, glowing look from being really healthy and feeling great on the inside

Ex: Regular exercise and laughter kept her radiance undimmed well into her senior years. 
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to radiate

extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center

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forensic
forensic
[Adjective]

relating to the formation and presentation of arguments in a reasoned, logical manner

Ex: His forensic skills in debate allowed him to marshal compelling cases. 
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forensics
forensics
[noun]

the scientific techniques that help police solve crimes

Ex: She majored in forensics science in college in hopes of becoming a crime scene investigator. 
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prophecy
prophecy
[noun]

the divine power or spiritual gift of foretelling future events through inspiration or revelation from a sacred source

Ex: Biblical figures like Ezekiel demonstrated true prophecy powers by experiencing manipulated altered states revealing God's messages for Israel. 
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to prophesy

to predict or declare future events, often with a sense of divine inspiration or insight

Ex: The ancient prophet was known to prophesy upcoming events and deliver divine messages. 
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benign
benign
[Adjective]

referring to impacts or influences that are advantageous or helpful

Ex: The new policy reforms created a more benign economic environment for small businesses. 
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benignity
benignity
[noun]

an act of kindness, care, mercy, or consideration for another

Ex: Villagers remembered the good pastor not only for Sunday sermons but his constant benignities, bringing aid and solace to all in need throughout the parish. 
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to esteem
to esteem
[Verb]

to greatly admire or respect someone or something

Ex: The employees greatly esteem their dedicated manager for her leadership and support. 
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estimable
estimable
[Adjective]

deserving of admiration or approval

Ex: The charity does estimable work in the community and is rightfully praised for their efforts helping those in need. 
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oral
oral
[Adjective]

of or relating to the mouth, mouth region, or structures located in the mouth

Ex: The oral cavity contains the tongue and teeth. 
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to orate
to orate
[Verb]

to speak formally and at length, especially in a public setting

Ex: The presidential candidates orated passionately about their visions during the debates. 
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oratorio
oratorio
[noun]

a lengthy musical composition with a religious theme based on the Bible written for orchestra, choirs and singers without using costumes, action, or any scenery

Ex: The orchestra and choir presented a moving performance of Handel's Messiah, one of the most famous oratorios ever written. 
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oratory
oratory
[noun]

the art or practice of formal public speaking and debate

Ex: Martin Luther King Jr. was a legendary figure renowned for his powerful oratory skills. 
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oracle
oracle
[noun]

a message or prophecy that is conveyed by a priest or priestess

Ex: Few believed the seer's oracle which foretold of impending danger. 
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oracular
oracular
[Adjective]

referring to prophecies made by a person having access to hidden knowledge

Ex: The priestess delivered her oracular messages in a trance-like state believed to be a form of divine inspiration. 
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to effervesce

(of a substance) to form bubbles that rise to the surface, as in carbonated beverages

Ex: The mineral water naturally effervesced with tiny bubbles as it flowed from the spring. 
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effervescent
effervescent
[Adjective]

a type of drink that produces bubbles or fizz, often through the addition of carbon dioxide, creating a refreshing and invigorating texture and taste

Ex: As the seltzer bottle was shaken, its contents became vigorously effervescent with rapid bubble formation. 
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confluence

a gathering of individuals converging at a shared venue or event

Ex: The city hosted a confluence of artists, writers, and musicians for the annual festival. 
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confluent
confluent
[Adjective]

joining together at the same point, such as two streams that converge into one channel

Ex: The Amazon and Rio Negro rivers form a vast confluent watershed as they blend together. 
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