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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 2

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SAT Word Skills 3
to dupe
to dupe
[Verb]

to trick someone into believing something that is not true

Ex: The scammer duped unsuspecting individuals into giving away their personal information by pretending to be a bank representative. 
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duplex
duplex
[Adjective]

composed of two distinct parts

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duplicity
duplicity
[noun]

the practice of pretending to feel or act one way while actually pursuing another

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agrarian
agrarian
[Adjective]

related to agriculture, farmers, or rural life

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agriculture

the business of using the land to grow and take care of crops and livestock

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inoffensive
inoffensive
[Adjective]

not likely to sadden or anger anyone

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inopportune
inopportune
[Adjective]

happening at an inconvenient or unsuitable time

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inordinate
inordinate
[Adjective]

much more than what is normal, reasonable, or expected

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insatiable
insatiable
[Adjective]

unable to ever be satisfied

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vacuous
vacuous
[Adjective]

lacking in intelligence, substance, or meaningful content

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vacuum
vacuum
[noun]

a space that is utterly empty of all matter

Ex: In physics, a vacuum is defined as a space devoid of any matter particles, including atoms and molecules. 
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militant
militant
[Adjective]

having an aggressive or combative attitude

Ex: The militant crowd refused to disperse. 
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militarism

the belief that a country must have a strong military force in order to seem more powerful

Ex: Militarism is a political and social ideology that emphasizes the importance of military power and the maintenance of a strong, aggressive defense force. 
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to militate

to act as a powerful factor

Ex: The harsh climate militated against successful crop production. 
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militia
militia
[noun]

a military group consisting of civilians who have been trained as soldiers to help the army in emergencies

Ex: The militia was mobilized to assist in disaster relief efforts after the earthquake devastated the region. 
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apparent
apparent
[Adjective]

easy to see or notice

Ex: His apparent discomfort was evident from his body language. 
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apparition

the visible form or appearance of a ghost or spirit of someone who has died

Ex: A pale apparition appeared at the end of the hallway. 
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duteous
duteous
[Adjective]

carrying out one's responsibilities with a great amount of respect and loyalty

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dutiable
dutiable
[Adjective]

(of goods) likely to be taxed

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dutiful
dutiful
[Adjective]

fulfilling one's duties and responsibilities with a sense of loyalty and obedience

Ex: The dutiful employee always completed tasks on time and exceeded expectations. 
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