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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 18

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SAT Word Skills 3
immune
immune
[Adjective]

not influenced or upset by any negative impact

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immunity
immunity
[noun]

the condition of not being influenced by a specific negative impact

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progeny
progeny
[noun]

one or all the descendants of an ancestor

Ex: The scientist was excited to study the progeny of the genetically modified plants to see if the desired traits were passed on. 
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progenitor

a person from whom other offsprings are descended

Ex: The ancient civilization's progenitors laid the foundation for the cultural traditions that endured for centuries. 
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to seduce
to seduce
[Verb]

to persuade someone into engaging in sexual activity, often through charm

Ex: The character in the novel used cunning tactics to seduce the protagonist. 
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sedulous
sedulous
[Adjective]

putting continuous effort, care, and attention in doing something

Ex: Her sedulous work on the project earned her a promotion. 
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plenitude
plenitude
[noun]

the state of having a great amount of something

Ex: The garden offered a plenitude of colors in the spring. 
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plenteous
plenteous
[Adjective]

existing in great amounts

Ex: The plenteous harvest ensured no one went hungry that winter. 
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plethora
plethora
[noun]

a great or excessive number or amount of something

Ex: The garden boasts a plethora of colorful flowers. 
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to ensconce

to establish one's place or position

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to enshrine

to protect and honor something by placing it in a secure or revered place

Ex: The historical document was enshrined in a climate-controlled museum to protect it from deterioration. 
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to enshroud

to cover a dead body with the burial clothes

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to ensnare

to trap someone in an uncomfortable situation or place

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evangelist

a person who tries to convince people to become Christians, often by means of public speech or going door to door

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evangelical
evangelical
[Adjective]

referring to a Christian group emphasizing the significance of the Bible and salvation through faith

Ex: The evangelical preacher delivered a passionate sermon to his congregation. 
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insolent
insolent
[Adjective]

showing a rude and disrespectful attitude or behavior

Ex: The student's insolent response to the teacher's question shocked the entire class. 
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insolence
insolence
[noun]

the quality of being disrespectful

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polemic
polemic
[noun]

a speech or piece of writing that strongly criticizes someone or something

Ex: His polemic against modern art sparked heated debate. 
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polemical
polemical
[Adjective]

of or relating to strong arguments meant to criticize or defend a particular opinion, person, idea, etc.

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to polemicize

to take part in a controversial discussion or dispute

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