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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 25

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SAT Word Skills 3
to adjudge

to declare something true or to be the case according to facts

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to adjudicate

to end or resolve a situation, especially a dispute

Ex: The arbitrator is tasked with adjudicating the labor dispute between the workers and management .
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treachery
treachery
[noun]

the act of showing disloyalty to someone's trust

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treacherous
treacherous
[Adjective]

posing a hidden or sudden threat

Ex: The political situation was treacherous and could change overnight .
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to allay
to allay
[Verb]

to satisfy a need such as thirst or hunger

Ex: The farmer 's breakfast allayed his early-morning hunger .
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to alleviate

to help ease mental or physical pain

Ex: Massaging the scalp can alleviate headaches caused by tension .
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alliance
alliance
[noun]

a formal agreement or treaty establishing cooperation between nations or groups for shared objectives

Ex: Cultural alliances between universities foster academic exchange and collaboration in research .
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detriment
detriment
[noun]

a damage, injury, or loss

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detrimental
detrimental
[Adjective]

causing harm or damage

Ex: Negative self-talk can be detrimental to mental health and self-esteem .
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detritus
detritus
[noun]

waste or debris produced by the disintegration or decomposition of organic or inorganic matter

Ex: Cleanup efforts focused on removing detritus from the riverbanks to restore the natural habitat .
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pedagogics

the theories and techniques of teaching a concept or an academic topic

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pedagogy
pedagogy
[noun]

the profession or practice of teaching

Ex: In the profession of pedagogy, ongoing professional development is crucial for staying abreast of educational trends .
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scruple
scruple
[noun]

a principle that makes one doubtful or reluctant toward a morally wrong action

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scrupulous
scrupulous
[Adjective]

having a principle in mind to do the things that are morally right

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haste
haste
[noun]

a great amount of speed in an activity, mostly because of a shortage in time

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to hasten
to hasten
[Verb]

to accelerate one's movement with a sense of speed or urgency

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equine
equine
[Adjective]

having characteristics, appearance, or behavior similar to a horse

Ex: The actor was cast for his equine elegance.
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pedagog
pedagog
[noun]

a person who teaches young people, often with a formal or traditional approach to instruction

Ex: The young pedagog brought fresh energy and ideas to the school .
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equestrian
equestrian
[Adjective]

related to the action of riding a horse

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