SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 24

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SAT Word Skills 5
tincture [noun]

any shade of a color from light to dark on a spectrum

hauteur [noun]

a prideful and unfriendly manner of behaving that showcases one's belief of being better than others

Ex: The diplomat ’s hauteur alienated him from his colleagues .
leisure [noun]

a period of time when one is free from duties and can do fun activities or relax

Ex: Due to her busy schedule , she struggled to find a balance between work and leisure .

a system of signaling using flags or other devices to communicate messages over a long distance

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a person who wanders around and sings old and local songs

folklore [noun]

the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and legends of a particular community, usually passed down through generations by word of mouth

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stupor [noun]

a numbed state caused by sudden shock, grief, or misfortune

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seignior [noun]

a master or lord, especially in a feudalistic society

a person who works in port and is responsible for loading or unloading ships

sinecure [noun]

a position that is not demanding or difficult but pays well

Ex: Many criticized the government 's decision to create a new sinecure role for a retired politician , arguing that taxpayer money should be spent more wisely .

a person who is in charge and leads a group or activity

purveyor [noun]

a person or company that provides the need for goods, services, or information

zephyr [noun]

a gentile and light breeze coming from the west

timbre [noun]

the unique quality of a sound that distinguishes it from others, even when pitch and loudness are the same, often described as tone color

Ex: The singer 's timbre made the performance unforgettable .

a naval rank belonging to someone in command and entitled to mark their position with a flag

spinster [noun]

a woman who is not married and is past the age of marriage

tenor [noun]

the highest voice range of an average male singer

clamor [noun]

a loud, harsh, and often unpleasant noise

Ex: The clamor from the construction site lasted all day .

a person or business that delivers commodities to the buyer whether by land, sea, or air

bursar [noun]

a person whose responsibility is to manage the finances of a school, college, or university