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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 1

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marquee
[noun]

a large tent used for outdoor events or performances, typically featuring a high peaked roof and often serving as a temporary venue

Ex: The company organized a corporate event under a marquee in the park , providing shade and shelter for employees and clients alike .
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matinee
[noun]

a musical or dramatic performance that takes place in daytime, especially in the afternoon

Ex: Matinee allows editors to experiment with different cuts and angles to achieve the desired effect.
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assignee
[noun]

(law) a person or entity to whom property, rights, or obligations are transferred or delegated by another party through a legal assignment

Ex: The assignee of the patent worked diligently to develop and market the innovative product , aiming to capitalize on its commercial potential .
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conferee
[noun]

an individual who participates in a conference or meeting

Ex: At the end of the conference , the organizers distributed feedback forms to gather input from conferees on the event 's content and organization .
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consignee
[noun]

the recipient of goods or merchandise that have been shipped or transported

Ex: After confirming the contents of the delivery , the consignee notified the supplier of any discrepancies or damages encountered during transit .
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perigee
[noun]

the point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as a satellite or moon, where it is closest to the Earth

Ex: The comet 's perigee brought it within a few million miles of the Sun , causing its icy tail to glow brightly as it approached the star .
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negligee
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a loose, flowing garment, typically made of a light, sheer fabric such as silk or chiffon, that is worn by women as a nightgown or a dressing gown

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melee
[noun]

a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

Ex: The marketplace descended into a melee when the sale began and people rushed to grab deals .
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levee
[noun]

a place on a river where boats dock

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pedigree
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the recorded ancestry or lineage of individuals, typically in the context of their descendants tracing back to a common ancestor

Ex: Coming from a pedigree of athletes , he excels in various sports .
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repartee
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quick, witty, and clever conversation or exchange of remarks

Ex: Despite their initial awkwardness , their conversation soon turned into a delightful repartee, with each remark sparking laughter and camaraderie .
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the unpredictable changes or fluctuations in circumstances, often involving alternating periods of success and adversity

Ex: We must navigate the vicissitudes of fortune with resilience and adaptability , embracing both the highs and lows as part of our journey .
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aptitude
[noun]

natural talent or ability in a particular skill or area

Ex: The company is looking for candidates with a strong aptitude for technology .
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desuetude
[noun]

the state of disuse or neglect, often resulting in the abandonment or cessation of a practice, custom, or law

Ex: In some jurisdictions , laws that have fallen into desuetude may still remain on the books but are no longer enforced or followed in practice .
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platitude
[noun]

a statement or advice that is no longer effective or interesting because it has been repeated over and over again

Ex: His response was nothing more than a meaningless platitude, offering no real solution .
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certitude
[noun]

the feeling of complete certainty

Ex: The leader acted with certitude, reassuring the team about the project 's future .
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altitude
[noun]

the distance between an object or point and sea level

Ex: Meteorologists study altitude variations to understand atmospheric pressure changes .
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physical beauty or attractiveness, often characterized by aesthetically pleasing features, especially that of a woman

Ex: The poet 's verses celebrated the pulchritude of nature , finding beauty in the simplest of things , from blooming flowers to cascading waterfalls .
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prelude
[noun]

a short section of a musical performance such as a fugue, opera, suite, etc. that introduces the main theme or subject

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lassitude
[noun]

a feeling characterized by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or energy

Ex: Despite the beautiful weather outside , she remained indoors , overcome by a sense of lassitude that dulled her usual zest for life .
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