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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 6

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SAT Word Skills 4
reproof
[noun]

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

Ex: In the meeting , the CEOreproof was aimed at those who failed to meet their sales targets .
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to criticize someone for their actions or behavior, often implying a need for correction

Ex: During the rehearsal , the reproved the actor for forgetting their lines .
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reprobate
[noun]

an individual who lacks morality and principle

Ex: reprobate was the subject of gossip and disdain , viewed by many as a symbol of moral decay .
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reputable
[Adjective]

respected and trusted due to having a good reputation

Ex: reputable journalist is known for her integrity and unbiased reporting .
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to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse or more severe

Ex: exacerbated the misunderstanding by not clarifying sooner .
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to describe something better, larger, worse, etc. than it truly is

Ex: The comedian 's humor often stems from his ability exaggerate everyday situations and make them seem absurd .
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to uncover or expose by digging, especially to reveal buried artifacts, structures, or remains

Ex: The excavated the ruins of an old castle , revealing hidden chambers and artifacts .
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to dig the ground and discover something

Ex: Metal detector enthusiasts unearth buried treasures in fields .
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exclusion
[noun]

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

Ex: The managerexclusion of certain team members from the project created a sense of unfairness among the staff .
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excursion
[noun]

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

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excretion
[noun]

the elimination process of solid or liquid bodily waste

Ex: Excess nitrogen in the body is removed through excretion of urea by the kidneys .
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to get rid of something that is no longer needed

Ex: The office manager requested employees discard outdated documents for shredding .
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to distinguish between things

Ex: The software is designed discern spam emails from legitimate ones .
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discernible
[Adjective]

capable of being seen or observed

Ex: The crack in the wall discernible once the dust settled .
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discerning
[Adjective]

displaying good judgment in different things, especially about their quality

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to gradually decrease in strength, value, or intensity

Ex: Without proper maintenance , the performance of the machine attenuate.
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to attest
[Verb]

to confirm or prove something true, often by providing evidence or testimony

Ex: The attested to the employee 's punctuality .
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rein
[noun]

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

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

Ex: The organization , recognizing its error , moved quickly reinstate the wrongfully dismissed employees .
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a thin leather suitcase used for carrying documents

Ex: She bought a stylish attache case to complement her professional wardrobe .
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to repeat or emphasize something again

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