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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 10

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SAT Word Skills 4
to disillusion

to cause someone to stop believing in something they thought to be true

Ex: The book's conclusion disillusioned readers, revealing that the hero was not as virtuous as they had believed.
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to dishearten

to cause someone to lose courage, enthusiasm, or hope

Ex: The constant criticism began to dishearten the passionate artist .
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disinclination

reluctance to do something

Ex: Despite her disinclination to participate , she agreed to help with the project .
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disinformation

untrue information spread to hide the truth or deceive people

Ex: Social media platforms have become breeding grounds for disinformation, especially during election seasons .
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disingenuous
disingenuous
[Adjective]

lacking sincerity and honesty, particularly by not revealing as much as one knows

Ex: She found his compliments to be disingenuous and insincere .
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to disinherit

to not allow one's family, especially one's children, to receive any money or property after one's death

Ex: Some parents disinherit their children if they do n't agree with their lifestyle choices .
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dismal
dismal
[Adjective]

causing sadness or disappointment

Ex: The dismal weather kept everyone indoors for the entire weekend .
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dismissal
dismissal
[noun]

the act of firing someone from their job

Ex: After the dismissal, he struggled to find another job in the same industry .
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to forbear

to hold back or refrain from an impulse or action

Ex: During debates , politicians should forbear to make personal attacks .
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forbearance

the act of not enforcing a legal right

Ex: The bank showed forbearance by not foreclosing on the home despite missed payments .
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to forbid
to forbid
[Verb]

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

Ex: The law forbids smoking in public places like restaurants and bars .
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to sequestrate

to isolate a jury in order to prevent them from talking to other people

Ex: The judge ordered to sequestrate the jury after receiving reports that some members might have been approached by the media .
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to sequester

to isolate or separate something or someone from outside influence or contact

Ex: The witness was sequestered in a safe house to ensure their protection and prevent any interference .
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renunciation

the act of refusing to continue supporting something

Ex: Their renunciation of the old policy was met with mixed reactions from the public .
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renown
renown
[noun]

the state of being admired and respected by many people

Ex: The writer 's renown came from his ability to craft stories that resonated deeply with readers .
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to renovate

to give a boost to one's energy or mood

Ex: A weekend at the spa helped to renovate her .
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to reorganize

to adjust the structure or layout of something in a new way

Ex: The company frequently reorganizes its teams to better align with project needs .
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to renounce

to reject or disown something previously accepted or claimed, often in a formal or public manner

Ex: After the scandal , she renounced her association with the company .
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