SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 36

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SAT Word Skills 4
radical [adjective]

supporting total and extreme social or political changes

Ex: The party 's radical proposal for healthcare reform divided public opinion .
radix [noun]

(numeration system) the positive integer that is equivalent to one in the next higher counting place

to feint [verb]

to make a pretended move intended to mislead an opponent

Ex: He feinted an attack to draw the guard out of position .
to feign [verb]

to pretend, often with the intent to deceive or mislead others

Ex: He feigned surprise when he received the unexpected gift , even though he knew about it beforehand .
macabre [adjective]

disturbing and fear inducing due to its connection with death, murder, violence, etc.

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inventive [adjective]

(of an idea, method, etc.) unique, creative, and appealing due to its originality and novelty

Ex: The team developed an inventive method to reduce energy consumption .

the usage of abusive, insulting, and rude language when one is extremely angry

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a state of deep, entrenched ill-will or animosity

Ex: His hostility toward the idea was grounded in years of disappointment .
hospitable [adjective]

treating guests or visitors with friendliness, warmth, and generosity

Ex: The locals greeted us with hospitable smiles as we explored their quaint village nestled in the countryside .
cherubic [adjective]

innocent or sweet in appearance or nature

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to hold dear and deeply appreciate something or someone

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extant [adjective]

existing despite being extremely old

Ex: An extant painting by the famous artist was discovered in an old attic .

lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of

the act of breaking or not obeying a law, agreement, etc.

Ex: Students caught cheating on exams face consequences ranging from a warning to expulsion , depending on the severity of the infraction .

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

Ex: The city 's infrastructure includes highways , water systems , and public transit .
melancholy [adjective]

showing a deep sense of sadness or sorrow

Ex: He could n't shake off the melancholy feeling that lingered after watching a sad movie .
overtone [noun]

(usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality

overture [noun]

a preliminary proposal intended to gauge others' reactions

Ex: The diplomat 's overture was met with cautious interest .