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SAT Word Skills 2 - Lesson 50

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to lithograph

to print something via stone or metal carved in a particular way so that ink only sticks to the intended parts

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to perjure

to lie in a court of law after officially swearing to tell the truth

Ex: It is morally wrong to perjure oneself in court, as it undermines the pursuit of justice. 
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perjury
perjury
[noun]

the offense of telling lies in a court of law after you have vowed to tell the truth

Ex: He was charged with perjury during the trial. 
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to disinfect

to destroy bacteria, virus, etc. by cleaning with a special substance

Ex: She disinfects kitchen countertops with bleach to ensure they are germ-free. 
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disinfectant

something that has specific chemicals or causes a chemical reaction that destroys harmful microorganisms such as bacteria

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valediction

the act of saying farewell to someone or something particularly via a ceremonial speech

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valedictorian

an elite student with the highest grade throughout school that gets chosen to give a speech at their graduation ceremony

Ex: Sarah was named valedictorian of her graduating class for achieving the highest grade point average. 
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valedictory
valedictory
[Adjective]

relating to a farewell, especially a formal speech, gesture, or occasion marking departure

Ex: She gave a valedictory wave before boarding the plane. 
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antichrist

(religion) a person who in some Christian teachings is believed to be the personal enemy of Jesus Christ and will appear before the end of the world

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antidepressant

a drug that is used to treat people who feel extremely sad and anxious

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antidote
antidote
[noun]

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

Ex: The doctor administered the antidote to counteract the effects of the venomous snake bite. 
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antigen
antigen
[noun]

any foreign substance in the body that can trigger a response from the immune system

Ex: The vaccine introduces a harmless antigen to stimulate immunity. 
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antipathy
antipathy
[noun]

a strong feeling of hatred, opposition, or hostility

Ex: She felt a deep antipathy toward the new policy. 
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antipodes
antipodes
[noun]

(geography) any two places that are positioned on the earth's opposing hemispheres divided by the equator

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antiseptic
antiseptic
[Adjective]

preventing the growth of harmful microorganisms

Ex: She applied antiseptic cream to the cut to prevent infection. 
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antispasmodic

a chemical substance that prevents or soothes the sudden, painful, and unintentional tightening of the muscles

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antistrophe

the second part of a traditional ancient Greek poetry and performance on stage when the performers move back usually left to right to their previous position

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to impoverish

to diminish something's overall quality

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impoverished
impoverished
[Adjective]

(of people and areas) experiencing extreme poverty

Ex: The prolonged drought left the once-thriving agricultural community impoverished, with failing crops and diminishing incomes. 
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