SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 9

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SAT Word Skills 3

to make something moderate or agreeable by adding another element

temperate [adjective]

having a mild and moderate nature

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to change the position, order, or layout of something, often with the goal of improving its organization, efficiency, or appearance

Ex: The interior designer frequently rearranges furniture to optimize space in clients ' homes .

to build something once again, after it has been destroyed or severely damaged

Ex: The city plans to rebuild the old bridge using modern materials .

to feel or experience something again

Ex: Visiting the beach where they had honeymooned , they recaptured the romance of their early days together .

to repay someone, typically for losses or expenses they have suffered

Ex: The government program aims to recoup farmers for crop losses due to adverse weather conditions .
miniature [adjective]

much smaller in scale or size compared to the usual form

Ex: The miniature version of the car was a popular collector 's item among automotive enthusiasts .

to reduce something to the lowest possible degree or amount, particularly something unpleasant

Ex: The changes made to the process have minimized delays in production .
minion [noun]

a person who obeys unconditionally in order to get validation

minority [noun]

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

Ex: The report highlighted the struggles of the minority in accessing resources .
minuscule [adjective]

incredibly small in size

Ex: She found a minuscule chip on the edge of her favorite coffee mug .
minutiae [noun]

small details that are easily overlooked

Ex: While proofreading , it 's crucial to pay attention to the minutiae of grammar and punctuation to ensure a polished and error-free document .
ecstasy [noun]

an overwhelming feeling of intense delight or extreme happiness

Ex: The unexpected reunion with a long-lost friend was a cause for ecstasy , as they embraced with tears of joy .
ecstatic [adjective]

extremely excited and happy

Ex: The children were ecstatic when they found out they were going to Disneyland .

to free someone or something from oppression or captivity

Ex: The hero 's mission was to liberate the captured hostages from the enemy 's stronghold .

a person who believes individuals should not be limited by the government regarding their thoughts and actions

apostate [noun]

a person who abandons their political or religious belief often seen as a betrayal

Ex: The regime punished apostates harshly .
apostle [noun]

an important early teacher of Christianity

Ex: Each apostle carried letters and teachings to distant communities .
apostasy [noun]

the act of abandoning a religious or political belief that one used to hold

Ex: The religious leader 's apostasy led to a re-evaluation of his previous teachings and influence .

the position and responsibility of the one who is sent for advocating Christianity