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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 29

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SAT Word Skills 2
to disregard

to intentionally ignore or act without concern for something or someone that deserves consideration

Ex: The boss disregarded safety protocols and put workers at risk. 
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to disqualify

to make someone or something not fit or suitable for a particular position or activity

Ex: The horse's broken leg effectively disqualified it from future racing events that season. 
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to disquiet

to cause someone to feel mentally uneasy, worried, or disturbed

Ex: The unexplained noises in the night disquieted the family. 
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disquietude

a state of unease, anxiety, or mental unrest

Ex: She felt a deep disquietude before giving her speech. 
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homage
homage
[noun]

a show of respect or admiration for someone or something, often expressed through a creative work such as a painting, poem, or song

Ex: The artist paid homage to Picasso by including some of his signature styles in the new painting. 
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homeopathy

a medical system that treats the disease by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy persons

Ex: Homeopathy is becoming increasingly popular as more people look for natural alternatives to conventional drugs. 
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homily
homily
[noun]

a short moral lecture, offering advice on behavior

Ex: The priest gave a homily about forgiveness during Sunday service. 
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perpetrator

a person who commits a crime or wrongdoing

Ex: Witnesses saw the perpetrator fleeing the scene of the assault with a weapon in hand. 
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perpetual
perpetual
[Adjective]

continuing forever or indefinitely into the future

Ex: The lighthouse provides a perpetual light to guide ships at sea. 
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to perpetuate

to make something, typically a problem or an undesirable situation, continue for an extended or prolonged period

Ex: Historic sites help perpetuate the memory of past events for future generations. 
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perpetuity

the quality of being permanent or continuing with no foreseeable end

Ex: Scholars debated philosophical theories about the perpetuity of the human soul. 
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perpendicular
perpendicular
[Adjective]

(of lines or planes) intersecting each other at a 90 degree angle

Ex: In technical drawings, architects ensure walls are precisely perpendicular to allow for square structures. 
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to rectify

to make something right when it was previously incorrect, improper, or defective

Ex: We need to rectify the incorrect figures in the report before submitting it. 
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rectitude
rectitude
[noun]

the quality of behaving and acting with strong moral values

Ex: The judge is respected for her impeccable rectitude and fairness in interpreting the law. 
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contribution

a voluntary gift of money, service, or ideas for a worthy cause

Ex: The charity thanked everyone for their generous contribution. 
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contributor

someone who gives money, time, effort, goods, or other resources to support a person, organization, or cause

Ex: Major contributors to the campaign included wealthy donors and political action committees. 
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supplicant

a person who earnestly and respectfully asks for help, mercy, or favor, especially from a deity or higher authority

Ex: The supplicant knelt before the altar, whispering a silent plea. 
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to supplicate

to make a humble or earnest request to someone

Ex: The petitioner supplicated the council for financial assistance. 
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supplication

the act of requesting aid, mercy, or forgiveness from a god or saint

Ex: The pilgrim's supplication was filled with tears and devotion. 
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supplicatory
supplicatory
[Adjective]

the act of applying paving materials to an area

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