SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 17

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SAT Word Skills 5

a device used for converting liquid substances into vapor

someone who held a position, office, or role before another person

Ex: Unlike his predecessor , the mayor focused on infrastructure development .
pioneer [noun]

an individual who initiates or develops a new field of research, technology, or art

Ex: He is recognized as a pioneer in modernist painting .
glazier [noun]

a skilled tradesperson who specializes in cutting, installing, and replacing glass in various types of windows, doors, mirrors, and other architectural or decorative applications

Ex: In addition to residential and commercial properties , glaziers may also work on automobiles , installing or repairing vehicle windows and windshields .

the act of taking on a false identity in order to deceive people

viper [noun]

a venomous Eurasian snake with relatively large fangs that goes deep into the body of a prey

an individual who has the skill of telling stories in a way that is entertaining

Ex: He ’s known as a great raconteur , able to turn any ordinary event into a memorable story .
heifer [noun]

a young female cow that has not given birth yet or has only one calf

tether [noun]

a wraparound rope, chain, etc. used for restraining the movements of an animal

gossamer [noun]

a lightweight fabric with an exceptionally soft and airy texture

Ex: He wrapped the gift in layers of gossamer , delicate and translucent .

a device used to measure the speed and direction of the wind

Ex: The airport 's weather station is equipped with an anemometer to assess wind conditions for aviation safety .

a large fish with a long ratlike tail that lives in the bottom of a sea, ocean, etc.

someone whose job is managing and organizing the work of a company or institution

Ex: The network administrator is responsible for maintaining the organization 's IT infrastructure .
slander [noun]

a false and malicious statement made about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or character

Ex:

a person who climbs or studies caves for pleasure

curator [noun]

someone who is in charge of a museum, taking care of a collection, artwork, etc.

Ex: The curator organized a special exhibition featuring rare manuscripts from the library 's archives .
demeanor [noun]

the way a person treats others

Ex: The employee ’s unprofessional demeanor caused concern among his colleagues .
aperture [noun]

the opening in a camera's lens that controls the amount of light that enters the camera and reaches the sensor or film

Ex: The manual lens click-stops made it easy to set the aperture precisely .