SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 6

review-disable

review

flashcard-disable

flashcard

spelling-disable

spelling

quiz-disable

quiz

start-learning
SAT Word Skills 4
reproof
reproof [noun]

something that you do or say to disapprove someone’s behavior

Ex: The manager will issue a reproof to anyone who is found neglecting their responsibilities during the project .
to reprove
to reprove [verb]

to criticize someone for their actions or behavior, often implying a need for correction

Ex: After the mishap , the parent reproved their child for spilling juice on the carpet .
reprobate
reprobate [noun]

an individual who lacks morality and principle

Ex: The film ’s villain was portrayed as a reprobate , embodying the worst traits of moral corruption and selfishness .
reputable
reputable [adjective]

respected and trusted due to having a good reputation

Ex: The reputable restaurant is known for its delicious food and excellent service .
to exacerbate
to exacerbate [verb]

to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse or more severe

Ex: Harsh weather conditions can exacerbate damage to infrastructure .
to exaggerate
to exaggerate [verb]

to describe something better, larger, worse, etc. than it truly is

Ex: Do n't believe everything he says ; he has a habit of exaggerating the challenges he faces .
to excavate
to excavate [verb]

to uncover or expose by digging, especially to reveal buried artifacts, structures, or remains

Ex: Miners excavated a coal seam , removing layers of earth to extract the valuable resource .
to unearth
to unearth [verb]

to dig the ground and discover something

Ex: Excavating the site , researchers unearthed a buried city from centuries ago .
exclusion
exclusion [noun]

the act of intentionally keeping someone or something out of a particular group or activity

Ex: If the committee decides on exclusion , the new candidates will not be allowed to compete in the elections .
excursion
excursion [noun]

a short trip taken for pleasure, particularly one arranged for a group of people

Ex: The cruise included several excursions to explore different islands .
excretion
excretion [noun]

the elimination process of solid or liquid bodily waste

Ex: Excretion of toxins through sweat is one way the body regulates itself .
to discard
to discard [verb]

to get rid of something that is no longer needed

Ex: After completing the project , it was time to discard the unused materials .
to discern
to discern [verb]

to distinguish between things

Ex: The critic could easily discern the unique style of the artist .
discernible
discernible [adjective]

capable of being seen or observed

Ex: The pattern on the fabric was faint but still discernible under good lighting .
discerning
discerning [adjective]

evaluating situations, people, or ideas with clarity and wisdom

Ex:
to attenuate
to attenuate [verb]

to gradually decrease in strength, value, or intensity

Ex: By the time they conducted the analysis , the effects had already attenuated .
to attest
to attest [verb]

to establish the truth of something by providing evidence or testimony

Ex: The official seal on the document attests to its authenticity .
rein
rein [noun]

a strap or rope attached to a bridle, used by a rider to control a horse

Ex: The reins were held firmly during the jump to maintain control .
to reinstate
to reinstate [verb]

to restore someone or something to a previous state or position, especially after a temporary suspension or removal

Ex: Following a successful appeal , the athlete was reinstated to the team with full privileges .
attache case
attache case [noun]

a thin leather suitcase used for carrying documents

Ex: She placed the attache case on the desk and pulled out the proposal for the new project .
to reiterate
to reiterate [verb]

to repeat or emphasize something again

Ex: He reiterated his commitment to finish the project on time .
SAT Word Skills 4
Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Lesson 4
Lesson 5 Lesson 6 Lesson 7 Lesson 8
Lesson 9 Lesson 10 Lesson 11 Lesson 12
Lesson 13 Lesson 14 Lesson 15 Lesson 16
Lesson 17 Lesson 18 Lesson 19 Lesson 20
Lesson 21 Lesson 22 Lesson 23 Lesson 24
Lesson 25 Lesson 26 Lesson 27 Lesson 28
Lesson 29 Lesson 30 Lesson 31 Lesson 32
Lesson 33 Lesson 34 Lesson 35 Lesson 36
Lesson 37 Lesson 38 Lesson 39 Lesson 40
Lesson 41 Lesson 42 Lesson 43 Lesson 44
Lesson 45 Lesson 46 Lesson 47 Lesson 48
Lesson 49 Lesson 50