SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 1

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SAT Word Skills 4

to predict that something bad is going to happen very soon

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a part of a ship used as the crew’s quarters

Ex: During the storm , the crew took shelter in the forecastle , trying to stay safe from the violent waves .

(of a bank) to take away someone's property because they have not repaid the money they borrowed from the bank in order to buy it

Ex: If the homeowner does n't find a way to pay back the loan , the bank will foreclose on the property in the coming weeks .

a large space in front of a building

Ex: The forecourt of the museum was bustling with visitors taking photos near the grand entrance .

to go or to be before someone or something in time or place

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forehead [noun]

the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hair

Ex: The doctor gently placed his hand on her forehead to check if she had a fever .

knowledge of an occurrence before it actually happens

Ex: Her foreknowledge of the upcoming changes allowed her to prepare ahead of time .
foreman [noun]

a male worker who watches over other workers and is often more experienced

Ex: The company will hire a foreman to supervise the new construction project next month .
panache [noun]

a decorative plume or feather worn as a fashion accessory on hats or helmets

Ex: His Renaissance doublet featured a panache of ostrich plumes .

to do what others want to please them, even when it is unnecessary or morally wrong

Ex: She might pander to the crowd during her speech , saying whatever they want to hear to gain their approval .

a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something

Ex: At the ceremony , the speaker delivered a heartfelt panegyric to honor the retiring professor ’s lifetime of achievements .
panoply [noun]

an impressive collection of things

Ex: The store is showcasing a panoply of new gadgets , tempting customers with their advanced features .
impetus [noun]

the force that causes something to move or to keep moving

Ex: The new law will provide the impetus needed to reduce carbon emissions nationwide .

a method of performance in which the performer uses body and hand gestures in order to suggest an idea or tell something without using words

Ex: The actor , performing a pantomime of a ship in a storm , moved his body with exaggerated gestures to depict the chaos .
impetuous [adjective]

done swiftly and without careful thought, driven by sudden and strong emotions or impulses

Ex: The impetuous adventurer set out on a dangerous journey without proper preparation or planning .

the quality of acting quickly and without thinking carefully

Ex: Impetuosity often results in mistakes that could be avoided with patience .
exigent [adjective]

expecting flawless and precise performance from other people

Ex: Working for such an exigent boss required constant attention to detail .
exigency [noun]

an urgent affair to deal with

Ex: The manager , dealing with the exigency of a sudden staffing shortage , called in extra employees to cover the shifts .