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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 29

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SAT Word Skills 4
to pique
to pique
[Verb]

to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

Ex: He was piqued by her lack of attention. 
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piquant
piquant
[Adjective]

having a pleasantly sharp or spicy taste

Ex: The piquant salsa added a burst of flavor to the dish with its combination of tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. 
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piquancy
piquancy
[noun]

a pleasantly spicy flavor

Ex: The dish gained its piquancy from the combination of chili peppers and tangy lime. 
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sleight
sleight
[noun]

skill in performing hand movements, often used to deceive or perform tricks

Ex: He used his sleight to deftly manipulate the cards, impressing everyone at the poker table. 
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slight
slight
[Adjective]

not a lot in amount or extent

Ex: She felt a slight breeze on her face as she walked outside. 
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figurehead

someone who seemingly has the position of a leader but not the power and authority that comes with it

Ex: The company’s CEO was merely a figurehead, with the real decisions being made by the board of directors. 
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figurative
figurative
[Adjective]

using language in a way that words don't have their actual meaning, but an imaginative meaning instead

Ex: The poet’s use of figurative language painted vivid images in the reader’s mind. 
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butte
butte
[noun]

a hill with steep, flat sides and a flat top, often found in desert areas

Ex: Monument Valley in the southwestern United States is famous for its iconic buttes, rising dramatically from the desert floor. 
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to buttress

to provide support or justification in order to make something stronger or more secure

Ex: The company decided to buttress its cybersecurity measures to protect against potential threats. 
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to philander

(of a man) to have casual sexual affairs with multiple women

Ex: He was known to philander throughout his marriage, causing constant tension between him and his wife. 
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philanthropic
philanthropic
[Adjective]

(of a person or organization) having a desire to promote the well-being of others, typically through charitable donations or actions

Ex: The philanthropic billionaire donated millions of dollars to various charities and humanitarian organizations. 
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philately
philately
[noun]

the act of collecting and studying stamps

Ex: His passion for philately led him to acquire rare stamps from all over the world. 
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philharmonic
philharmonic
[Adjective]

composing or characteristic of an orchestral group

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philippic
philippic
[noun]

an angry criticism against someone, often in the context of a speech delivered in public

Ex: The politician's philippic sparked outrage among his supporters, who felt it went too far. 
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philistine
philistine
[Adjective]

not being interested, fond, or understanding of serious works of music, art, literature, etc.

Ex: His philistine remarks about the painting revealed his lack of appreciation for art. 
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to adorn
to adorn
[Verb]

to make something more beautiful by decorating it with attractive elements

Ex: She adorned her neck with a stunning necklace for the special occasion. 
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adoration
adoration
[noun]

the act of showing great love or admiration, usually through gestures or actions

Ex: She looked at the puppy with adoration, her heart melting at its cuteness. 
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to dictate

to tell someone what to do or not to do, in an authoritative way

Ex: The manager dictated a set of guidelines for the project. 
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diction
diction
[noun]

the manner in which words are pronounced

Ex: His clear diction made it easy for the audience to understand every word during his speech. 
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dictum
dictum
[noun]

a formal statement issued by an authoritative source

Ex: The religious leader issued a dictum that shaped the community's beliefs and practices. 
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