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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 27

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radiance
[noun]

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

Ex: His radiance was noticeable after he adopted a healthier lifestyle .
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extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center

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forensic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Their team emphasized forensic preparation to rigorously argue any side of an issue .
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forensics
[noun]

the scientific techniques that help police solve crimes

Ex: Advances in DNA forensics have helped solve many cold cases years after the original crimes .
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prophecy
[noun]

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

Ex: Seers employ transcendental prophecy gifts seeing into possible futures outside normal perception via trance states and omen interpretation .
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to predict or declare future events, often with a sense of divine inspiration or insight

Ex: The oracle was believed to have the ability to prophesy the fate of individuals .
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benign
[Adjective]

referring to impacts or influences that are advantageous or helpful

Ex: Warm weather and nutrient-rich soil provided a benign growing condition for the garden plants .
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benignity
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an act of kindness, care, mercy, or consideration for another

Ex: The elderly woman 's warm smile and caring words offered great benignities to those feeling lonely or distressed .
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to esteem
[Verb]

to greatly admire or respect someone or something

Ex: In the military , soldiers esteem leaders who show bravery and look out for their well-being .
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estimable
[Adjective]

deserving of admiration or approval

Ex: Their dedication to community service made them highly estimable in the town .
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oral
[Adjective]

involving or related to the mouth

Ex: He had some oral surgery to remove a cyst from his gums .
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to orate
[Verb]

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

Ex: The leader stepped forward to orate about the organization 's goals and future plans .
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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: Handel became a master of the oratorio form , writing numerous beautiful and influential works in this style .
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oratory
[noun]

the art or practice of formal public speaking and debate

Ex: She has a gift for oratory that allows her to eloquently advocate for important causes .
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oracle
[noun]

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

Ex: No one could decipher the true meaning of the cryptic oracle pronounced by the soothsayer .
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oracular
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His dream visions held oracular significance for his people , warning of dangers or foretelling blessings from the gods .
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(of a substance) to form bubbles that rise to the surface, as in carbonated beverages

Ex: Hot lava fountains and geysers explosively effervesced in the active volcanic zone .
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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: The effervescent champagne bubbled over as they celebrated the New Year.
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a gathering of people or individuals

Ex: Community leaders aimed to encourage confluence and exchange of ideas at public forums .
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confluent
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The two philosophical traditions gradually influenced each other at confluent borders as thinkers exchanged innovations .
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