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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 2

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SAT Word Skills 4
asset
[noun]

a valuable resource or quality owned by an individual, organization, or entity, typically with economic value and the potential to provide future benefits

Ex: Goodwill , reflecting a company 's reputation and customer loyalty , is considered asset on its balance sheet .
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to assert
[Verb]

to clearly and confidently say that something is the case

Ex: In their groundbreaking research paper , the scientist asserted the significance of their findings in advancing medical knowledge .
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canto
[noun]

any of the sections into which a long poem is divided

Ex: The epic was originally composed in a series cantos, each offering a unique perspective on the journey .
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short-term shelters for soldiers

Ex: The army set up cantonment near the front lines to provide shelter for the soldiers during the conflict .
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demonstrable
[Adjective]

clearly and easily understood

Ex: The evidence for his claims demonstrable, making it easy for anyone to verify the facts .
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to practically show someone how to do something

Ex: The yoga demonstrated the sun salutation sequence , guiding students through each pose and breath .
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demonstrative
[Adjective]

showing no restraint in expressing one's feelings, particularly of love

Ex: She was demonstrative, often expressing her feelings openly in public .
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a person whose job is explaining to a group of people how something works

Ex: She worked as demonstrator at the exhibition , teaching visitors how to operate the complex machinery .
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to have a particular quality, attribute, knowledge, or skill

Ex: The ancient artifact is said possess mystical powers , making it highly sought after by collectors .
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semiannual
[Adjective]

done or happening twice a year

Ex: Semiannual bonuses are given to employees based on their performance and company profits .
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possessor
[noun]

someone who is the owner of something

Ex: possessor of the ancient manuscript donated it to the museum for preservation .
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semiconscious
[Adjective]

not fully conscious

Ex: The doctor warned that he might semiconscious for a few days after the surgery .
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extraneous
[Adjective]

unnecessary or unrelated to the matter or subject at hand

Ex: The editor suggested extraneous scenes from the novel to enhance the pacing and keep the narrative focused .
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to estimate something using past experiences or known data

Ex: The extrapolated the impact of the policy on the nation ’s economy .
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the act of spending money excessively and unnecessarily

Ex: Extravagance in the form of impulsive purchases can lead to financial difficulties in the long term .
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extravagant
[Adjective]

making exaggerated or overly ambitious claims, promises, or statements that are often not grounded in reality

Ex: The CEOextravagant promises to double profits within a month were met with skepticism by the board .
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a group of people, animals, birds, or objects

Ex: A congregation of tourists will visit the historic monument next week .
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monitory
[Adjective]

giving warning

Ex: monitory announcement will be made before the start of the event to ensure safety .
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to come together in a group, often for a specific purpose or activity

Ex: Before the lecture , congregated outside the lecture hall .
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monition
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a warning of an upcoming danger

Ex: monition in the weather report urged residents to prepare for the coming storm .
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