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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 23

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SAT Word Skills 4
vocable
vocable
[noun]

any written or spoken word considered as a series of letters and sounds, regardless of its meaning

Ex: Even though the vocable was part of the song, it didn’t add to the meaning of the lyrics. 
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vocation
vocation
[noun]

a particular occupation which one finds worthy and is trained for

Ex: For many, being a doctor is more than a career; it’s a vocation based on a desire to heal. 
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schism
schism
[noun]

a division between a group of people caused by their disagreement over beliefs or views

Ex: A schism in the political party caused a split in leadership and policy. 
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scathing
scathing
[Adjective]

severely critical or harsh

Ex: The editor's scathing review of the book left the author feeling devastated. 
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convertible
convertible
[Adjective]

capable of changing in form to be used for different purposes

Ex: He bought a convertible desk that can easily switch from standing to sitting height. 
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conversion

the act of changing a place's function or purpose

Ex: The conversion of the old factory into apartments was completed last year. 
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conversant
conversant
[Adjective]

knowledgeable or experienced with something

Ex: She became conversant in several languages through her travels. 
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to erode
to erode
[Verb]

(of natural forces such as wind, water, or other environmental factors) to gradually wear away or diminish the surface of a material

Ex: The river's strong currents eroded the riverbank over time. 
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erasure
erasure
[noun]

the act of removing something such as a writing, drawing, or data

Ex: The erasure of the old files was necessary to make space for new data. 
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to inebriate

to make someone drink too much alcohol and get drunk

Ex: She was careful not to inebriate her colleagues, knowing they had to drive home afterward. 
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inebriation

a state of drunkenness caused by consuming too much alcohol

Ex: Inebriation often clouds judgment, leading people to make decisions they would later regret. 
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pert
pert
[Adjective]

lively, bold, and confident in a playful or appealing way

Ex: Her pert smile and confident attitude made her stand out in the crowd. 
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to pertain

to be applicable, connected, or relevant to a particular subject, circumstance, or situation

Ex: In the context of the discussion, please only raise questions that pertain to the current agenda. 
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pertinacious
pertinacious
[Adjective]

determinedly continuing to do or to believe something, even when it gets difficult

Ex: Her pertinacious belief in the cause inspired others to join the movement. 
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pertinacity

the quality of having determination to continue doing or believing something in spite of any opposition or hardships

Ex: Her pertinacity in pursuing her dream career was truly inspiring. 
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pertinent
pertinent
[Adjective]

directly related to the matter being considered

Ex: She provided all the pertinent details during the meeting, ensuring everyone understood the issue. 
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famine
famine
[noun]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

Ex: Many children were orphaned as a result of the famine. 
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to famish
to famish
[Verb]

to be very hungry

Ex: After hours of hiking, they began to famish and were desperate for food. 
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to emancipate

to free a person from slavery or forced labor

Ex: The abolitionists worked tirelessly to emancipate those held in bondage. 
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to emanate

to come out or flow, often from a specific source

Ex: Wisdom seemed to emanate from the elderly teacher as she shared her life experiences. 
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