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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 26

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SAT Word Skills 3
triumvir
triumvir
[noun]

one of the three ruling bodies in charge of a different public section in a country, especially in ancient Rome

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to trisect

to cut something into three usually equal pieces

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tripod
tripod
[noun]

a camera support device that consists of three legs and a mounting plate or head, commonly made of lightweight materials such as aluminum or carbon fiber

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triplicity

the quality of being three in number

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to triplicate

to multiply things by three

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trinity
trinity
[noun]

three things or people consisting a group

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triennial
triennial
[Adjective]

taking place every three years

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trident
trident
[noun]

a three-pronged spear or fork, historically used for fishing and hunting but also associated with various mythological gods and figures

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tricycle
tricycle
[noun]

a vehicle with three wheels that is typically ridden by children and has pedals and handlebars for steering

Ex: My little brother loves riding his tricycle around the yard every afternoon. 
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tricolor
tricolor
[Adjective]

having or consisting of three colors

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triad
triad
[noun]

a group of three closely related entities

Ex: The musical composition was built around a triad of notes. 
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amalgam
amalgam
[noun]

a combination or blend of different things

Ex: Her art is an amalgam of various styles, merging abstract and realism in a unique way. 
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to amalgamate

to combine different things, often diverse elements, into a single, unified whole

Ex: The chef sought to amalgamate unique flavors in the dish, creating a delightful taste. 
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to amass
to amass
[Verb]

to gather a large amount of money, knowledge, etc. gradually

Ex: Through years of hard work and dedication, she was able to amass a considerable fortune in real estate investments. 
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to detract

to lessen the value or quality of something

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detraction

the act of diminishing the value or reputation of someone or something by criticism or disparagement

Ex: The constant detraction from her achievements made it hard for her to feel confident. 
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to inveigh

to complain or speak against something forcefully and bitterly

Ex: The senator inveighed against the new tax legislation. 
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to inveigle

to trick someone into doing something through clever and cunning methods

Ex: The charming salesperson tried to inveigle customers into buying the expensive product by emphasizing its exclusive features. 
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pinion
pinion
[noun]

a specific section of a bird's wing that includes the flight feathers

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