SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 33

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diffidence [noun]

shyness due to a lack of confidence in oneself

Ex: The student 's diffidence was apparent during class presentations .

diffident [adjective]

having low self-confidence

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aliment [noun]

a source of nourishment for the body

Ex: The elderly often struggle to get enough aliment due to health challenges .

alimony [noun]

the money that is demanded by the court to be paid to an ex-spouse or ex-partner

Ex: The terms of the divorce settlement included provisions for alimony and child support .

to glimpse [verb]

to see something or someone for a short moment of time, often without getting a full or detailed view of it

Ex: If you peek through the door , you will glimpse the surprise party setup .

to glimmer [verb]

to shine softly or faintly

Ex: The distant city lights would glimmer in the evening haze .

outlandish [adjective]

unconventional or strange in a way that is striking or shocking

Ex: The outlandish theories presented in the conspiracy documentary were widely criticized for lacking credible evidence .

outrage [noun]

the extreme feeling of rage and anger

Ex: The community 's outrage over the environmental pollution led to protests and petitions .

outrigger [noun]

a structure attached to the side of a boat or ship, typically for support or stability, extending beyond the hull

Ex: He adjusted the outrigger on the boat to improve its balance before setting out to sea .

angular [adjective]

(of a person or their body) having a noticeable bone structure and sharp features

Ex: His angular shoulders gave him an athletic appearance , even though he was n't muscular .

authentic [adjective]

real and not an imitation

Ex: The historical document was deemed authentic by historians , providing valuable insights into the past .

modernity [noun]

the quality of being up-to-date or related to recent times, especially in culture, technology, or ideas

Ex: She embraces modernity , always keeping up with the latest fashion trends and technological advancements .

modish [adjective]

following the current fashion

Ex: The designer ’s new collection was praised for its modish use of bold colors and modern cuts .

modicum [noun]

a relatively small degree of a good and desirable thing

Ex: He has a modicum of talent for painting , though he mostly keeps it as a hobby .

to pervert [verb]

to influence someone in a way that leads them to behave or think in an immoral manner

Ex: The villain tried to pervert the protagonist ’s moral compass with promises of power .

pervious [adjective]

allowing the passage of fluids or air

Ex: Pervious rock formations play a key role in groundwater movement and water storage .

impure [adjective]

blended with an external substance

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to rail [verb]

to strongly and angrily criticize or complain about something

Ex: The disgruntled employee spent the meeting railing about the company 's policies .

raillery [noun]

a type of teasing and joking that is friendly and good-natured

Ex: At the party , the guests engaged in friendly raillery that added to the fun atmosphere .

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