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SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 33

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SAT Word Skills 4

shyness due to a lack of confidence in oneself

Ex: Despite his talent , his diffidence prevented him from auditioning for the lead role .
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diffident
[Adjective]

having low self-confidence

Ex: Her diffident behavior at the party made her seem distant, though she was simply shy.
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aliment
[noun]

a source of nourishment for the body

Ex: The doctor emphasized the importance of balanced aliment to support recovery .
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alimony
[noun]

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

Ex: The judge considered various factors in determining the amount of alimony to be paid .
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to see something or someone for a short moment of time, often without getting a full or detailed view of it

Ex: She glimpsed a familiar face in the crowded market .
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to shine softly or faintly

Ex: The old lantern began to glimmer as it was lit in the darkness .
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outlandish
[Adjective]

unconventional or strange in a way that is striking or shocking

Ex: The outlandish menu at the experimental restaurant featured avant-garde culinary creations that divided diners with their unconventional flavors .
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outrage
[noun]

the extreme feeling of rage and anger

Ex: The teacher 's harsh punishment of the students resulted in an outrage among their parents .
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outrigger
[noun]

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

Ex: The outrigger prevented the small boat from capsizing as it navigated through the choppy seas .
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angular
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His angular build made him seem taller than he actually was .
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authentic
[Adjective]

real and not an imitation

Ex: The museum displayed an authentic painting from the 18th century .
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modernity
[noun]

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

Ex: The novel is a commentary on how modernity influences relationships and personal identity .
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modish
[Adjective]

following the current fashion

Ex: His modish haircut gave him a fresh , contemporary look .
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modicum
[noun]

a relatively small degree of a good and desirable thing

Ex: The project was completed with a modicum of enthusiasm despite the tight deadline .
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to influence someone in a way that leads them to behave or think in an immoral manner

Ex: It was clear that the extreme ideology sought to pervert the true meaning of the movement .
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pervious
[Adjective]

allowing the passage of fluids or air

Ex: The pervious surface of the road allowed rainwater to pass through and recharge the groundwater .
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impure
[Adjective]

blended with an external substance

Ex: An impure blend of different oils created a fragrance that was both unusual and appealing.
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to rail
[Verb]

to strongly and angrily criticize or complain about something

Ex: The parent did n't hesitate to rail at the school administration for their handling of a bullying incident .
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raillery
[noun]

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

Ex: Their raillery about each other 's cooking skills was a highlight of the dinner party .
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SAT Word Skills 4
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