SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 16

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multifarious

[Adjective]

containing numerous diverse parts or aspects

Ex: His multifarious talents include playing multiple instruments and speaking several languages .

multiform

[Adjective]

having many different forms

Ex: The multiform cultures within the country contributed to a rich and diverse national identity.

multiplicity

[noun]

a great number

Ex: The multiplicity of colors in the painting gave it a vibrant , dynamic feel .

potable

[Adjective]

(of water) safe for consumption

Ex: The city invested in a new treatment plant to ensure that all tap water was potable.

potency

[noun]

the power to have an impact on others

Ex: The potency of her argument was undeniable , leaving her opponents speechless .

potent

[Adjective]

having great power, effectiveness, or influence to produce a desired result

Ex: The potent leader inspired his followers with powerful speeches .

impotent

[Adjective]

not possessing the power or ability to affect a situation

Ex: The company ’s impotent efforts to recover from the scandal only made matters worse .

potentate

[noun]

someone who rules over people and possesses absolute control and power

Ex: The potentate’s decisions were implemented without question , reflecting his total control over the government .

potential

[Adjective]

having the possibility to develop or be developed into something particular in the future

Ex: They discussed potential candidates for the vacant position .

potion

[noun]

a liquid mixture with healing, magical, or poisonous effects

Ex: The healer offered her a potion made from rare herbs , claiming it would ease the pain .

atypical

[Adjective]

differing from what is usual, expected, or standard

Ex: His atypical behavior raised concerns among his friends .

to atrophy

[Verb]

to gradually decline, typically due to lack of use, nourishment, or stimulation

Ex: The business was slowly atrophying as market trends shifted .

atheist

[Adjective]

relating to beliefs which deny the existence of God or any gods

Ex: The atheist philosopher argued that morality does not require a belief in God .

bon mot

[noun]

a smart and funny comment

Ex: At the party , his bon mot made him the center of attention , impressing everyone with his quick humor .

bona fide

[Adjective]

genuine and not fake

Ex: The historian provided bona fide evidence to support his groundbreaking theory .

cycloid

[Adjective]

(of a curve) formed by a point on a circle rolling on a line

Ex: The wheel’s rotation generated a cycloid path, which was analyzed to determine its efficiency in motion.

cygnet

[noun]

a newly-hatched swan

Ex: As the cygnet grew , its feathers began to change , slowly turning from gray to white .

cynosure

[noun]

something or someone that is the center of attraction or admiration

Ex: The majestic mountain peak stood as the cynosure of the landscape , visible from miles away .

offhand

[Adverb]

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

Ex: He mentioned the error offhand, without acknowledging the impact it had on the project.

offshoot

[noun]

a new development that grows out of an existing situation, concept, or organization, typically as a natural progression or consequence

Ex: The charity 's educational program became an offshoot of its original mission to provide food .

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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 16