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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 36

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SAT Word Skills 5
empathy
empathy
[noun]

the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person

Ex: She showed great empathy toward her friend during the difficult time. 
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hosiery
hosiery
[noun]

a category of clothing items made from stretchy fabric, such as socks, stockings, tights, and leggings, worn on the legs and feet

Ex: She bought a pair of sheer hosiery for the evening event. 
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veneer
veneer
[noun]

a thin layer of wood that is applied to the surface of a less expensive wood to improve its appearance or durability

Ex: The table had a cherry veneer over pine wood. 
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primer
primer
[noun]

an introductory book that provides basic knowledge on a subject

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premier
premier
[noun]

the head of the government in the United Kingdom

Ex: The premier addressed Parliament on national security. 
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prominence

the state or quality of being important, well-known, or noticeable

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flatulence

pretentious or pompous speech or writing

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indigence
indigence
[noun]

a state of extreme poverty in which a person lacks the basic necessities of life

Ex: The charity was founded to alleviate indigence in rural communities. 
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occurrence

something that happens or exists

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continence

the act of restraining yourself from sexual intercourse

Ex: The monk took a vow of continence as part of his spiritual discipline. 
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prevalence

the state or quality of existing or happening every commonly in a specific place or at a specific time

Ex: The prevalence of smartphones has changed the way people communicate. 
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indolence
indolence
[noun]

a tendency to avoid work or physical activity or be idle

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convalescence

a period of time spent for gradual recovery of health and strength after an illness, injury, or a medical operation

Ex: After being discharged from the hospital, she spent her convalescence at home, gradually regaining her strength and mobility. 
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reticence
reticence
[noun]

the quality of being reserved or quiet in one's communication with others

Ex: Her reticence prevented her from speaking up in meetings, even when she had valuable insights to share. 
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detumescence

the process of subsiding or diminishing in size or intensity of an abnormal swelling or erection in the body

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confidence

the belief that one can trust or count on someone or something

Ex: The coach's confidence in the players motivated them to perform at their best during the game. 
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quintessence

the most refined and concentrated form of a particular substance or quality

Ex: The perfumer distilled the quintessence of rose oil to capture its purest fragrance. 
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recognizance

(legal) a promise made by an individual to a court of law, typically in exchange for release from custody or suspension of a sentence

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