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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 15

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SAT Word Skills 3
to intersect

to meet or cross another path, line, etc. at a particular point

Ex: The two roads intersect at the traffic light. 
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to intersperse

to mix things together in order to make them diverse

Ex: The architect interspersed modern elements with traditional design features in the building's facade. 
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interstice

a space between or inside things

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to intervene

to intentionally become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse

Ex: The teacher had to intervene when two students started arguing in the classroom. 
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dialect
dialect
[noun]

the spoken form of a language specific to a certain region or people which is slightly different from the standard form in words and grammar

Ex: A dialect is a variety of a language spoken by a particular group of people, characterized by unique vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. 
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dialectical
dialectical
[Adjective]

referring to the method of argumentation or discourse that involves the exchange of opposing ideas or viewpoints in order to reach a deeper understanding or resolution

Ex: The dialectical approach to reasoning involves engaging with opposing arguments to uncover underlying truths. 
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dialectician

a person who is skilled in reasoning and discussing in order to reach the truth

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dialogue
dialogue
[noun]

a discussion between two groups or states, particularly one intended to resolve a problem

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incoherent
incoherent
[Adjective]

(of speech or written discourse) unclear or poorly organized in a way that is not comprehensible

Ex: His speech became increasingly incoherent as he grew more nervous. 
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incombustible
incombustible
[Adjective]

having a fireproof quality

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inconceivable
inconceivable
[Adjective]

too unlikely to believe or imagine

Ex: The idea of flying cars becoming common in the near future seemed inconceivable just a few decades ago. 
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advocacy
advocacy
[noun]

supporting an action, idea, party, etc. often publicly

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to advocate

to publicly support or recommend something

Ex: The environmentalist passionately advocates for sustainable living practices. 
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chronic
chronic
[Adjective]

(of an illness) difficult to cure and long-lasting

Ex: Mary's chronic asthma requires daily medication to control her symptoms. 
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to chronicle

to record a series of historical events in a detailed way by a chronological order

Ex: The historian chronicles the rise and fall of ancient civilizations in her latest book. 
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chronicler

a person who records influential or historical events by writing them down in the exact order that they happened

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chronology

an arrangement of dates or events based on the order they took place

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chronometer

a timepiece that shows the time in a very exact way, especially one used at sea

Ex: The chronometer's accuracy was tested regularly to maintain its reliability for professional use. 
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