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SAT Word Skills 3 - Lesson 36

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SAT Word Skills 3

(of physics) to change the direction of light, sound, or energy when it passes through something

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refractory
[Adjective]

hard or impossible to control because of stubbornness

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to resist or hold back from doing or saying something

Ex: Even in the face of frustration , he managed refrain from expressing his discontent during the meeting .
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baritone
[Adjective]

related to a voice that is ranged between tenor and bass

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bass
[Adjective]

having a voice with the lowest range and tone

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inextricable
[Adjective]

impossible to escape or get rid of

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infallible
[Adjective]

incapable of making mistakes or being wrong

Ex: infallible instincts guided him to success in every decision .
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inflexible
[Adjective]

(of a rule, opinion, etc.) fixed and not easily changed

Ex: The law was inflexible and outdated , prompting calls for reform .
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irresistible
[Adjective]

impossible to resist or refuse, usually because of being very appealing or attractive

Ex: The silky smooth texture of the chocolate irresistible, tempting even those on strict diets .
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irresponsible
[Adjective]

neglecting one's duties or obligations, often causing harm or inconvenience to others

Ex: irresponsible use of natural resources led to environmental degradation in the area .
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to supply crops, land, etc. with water, typically by artificial means

Ex: irrigates the vegetable garden with a hose and sprinkler attachment .
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innate
[Adjective]

(of a quality or skill) gained from the moment that one was born

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inmost
[Adjective]

placed closest to the center

Ex: The treasure was hidden in the inmost vault of the ancient fortress.
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to infuse
[Verb]

to soak something in liquid in order to get the flavor of it

Ex: As part of the recipeinfuse the spices in the sauce overnight , allowing their flavors to meld and intensify .
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infusion
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the process of soaking herbs or tea in a liquid, usually boiled water

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to inhume
[Verb]

to put a dead body in the ground or sea

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irresolute
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hesitant and uncertain about what to do

Ex: The student's irresolute approach to his studies led to poor academic performance.
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