SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 16

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eventual

[Adjective]

happening at the end of a process or a particular period of time

Ex: Although the road ahead may be challenging , they remain optimistic about their eventual triumph .

connubial

[Adjective]

concerning the relationship between a husband and wife, or the state of marriage

venial

[Adjective]

not grave and thus capable of being pardoned or overlooked

Ex: Although the oversight was venial, it still required correction to maintain accuracy .

nasal

[Adjective]

(anatomy) connected with the nose

Ex: Nasal irrigation with saline solution can help alleviate symptoms of sinusitis .

insular

[Adjective]

relating, resembling, or located on an island

ceremonial

[Adjective]

relating to formal rituals or traditions, often with symbolic importance or cultural significance

Ex: The exchange of rings in a wedding ceremony holds ceremonial significance .

abnormal

[Adjective]

different from what is usual or expected

Ex: The abnormal size of the tree ’s roots made it difficult to plant nearby shrubs .

pivotal

[Adjective]

playing a crucial role or serving as a key point of reference

Ex: The pivotal role of volunteers in disaster relief efforts is evident in their ability to provide immediate assistance to affected communities .

material

[Adjective]

related to money, living conditions, possessions, etc. instead of the things that the soul or mind needs

Ex: The movie explores material desires that lead to conflict in relationships.

venal

[Adjective]

able to be tempted by money, or any valuable proposition

feudal

[Adjective]

relating to a system where nobility hold power and peasants work for their lords

Ex: Feudal societies were often marked by hierarchical structures and a lack of social mobility .

menial

[Adjective]

(of work) not requiring special skills, often considered unimportant and poorly paid

Ex: The company hires temporary workers for menial tasks like filing and data entry .

ecumenical

[Adjective]

relating to the unifying and integrating the Christian churches over the world

cerebral

[Adjective]

relating to the forepart of the brain, particularly its higher functions such as thinking, reasoning, and cognition

Ex: Cerebral functions can be affected by factors such as aging , injury , and disease .

jugular

[Adjective]

located in or connected with the throat or neck

fraternal

[Adjective]

relating or resembling the characteristics of a brother

pastoral

[Adjective]

related to or characteristic of the duties, setting, or concerns of a Christian minister

Ex: Pastoral visits to the sick and elderly are an important aspect of the church 's outreach ministry .

littoral

[Adjective]

relating to, or situated on the coastal regions

comical

[Adjective]

causing laughter or amusement because of being funny or ridiculous

Ex: The comical dance routine performed by the children was the highlight of the talent show .

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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 16