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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 7

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SAT Word Skills 6
duckling
duckling
[noun]

a newly-hatched duck

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gosling
gosling
[noun]

a newly-hatched goose

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handwriting

the act of writing by hand using pen or pencil to form letters, words, or symbols

Ex: He struggled with handwriting, often finding it difficult to maintain consistent letter forms. 
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inkling
inkling
[noun]

a slight or vague idea or suspicion about something

Ex: Despite his denials, I had an inkling that he was involved in the prank. 
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trappings
trappings
[noun]

outward signs, accessories, or decorations associated with a particular role, position, or lifestyle

Ex: The CEO's office was adorned with all the trappings of success, including leather furniture and expensive artwork. 
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yearling
yearling
[noun]

a young animal, usually a horse or a deer, that is between one and two years old

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cul-de-sac

a street with one closed end

Ex: They live at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, away from the busy main road. 
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derring-do

acts of bravery or boldness, especially in the face of danger or adversity

Ex: The knight's derring-do on the battlefield earned him renown and admiration. 
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bitterness

a feeling and attitude of resentment or hostility towards others, often stemming from past experiences of pain, betrayal, or disappointment

Ex: The bitter argument between friends left a lingering sense of bitterness that strained their relationship. 
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freshness
freshness
[noun]

the quality or condition of being new, recently made, harvested, or experienced

Ex: The chef emphasized the importance of using locally sourced ingredients to preserve the freshness of the dishes. 
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iciness
iciness
[noun]

a cold, distant, or unfriendly manner characterized by a lack of warmth or emotion

Ex: Despite her attempts at friendliness, there was an underlying iciness in her demeanor that made others feel uncomfortable. 
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righteousness

the quality or state of being morally upright, virtuous, or just

Ex: His righteousness guided him to always stand up for what he believed to be right, even in the face of opposition. 
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trimness
trimness
[noun]

he quality of being neat and well-proportioned

Ex: The trimness of her attire accentuated her elegance and poise. 
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wretchedness

a state of extreme misery, distress, or suffering, often accompanied by feelings of hopelessness or despair

Ex: The wretchedness of their living conditions was evident in the dilapidated shanty town. 
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coup d'etat

a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

Ex: The coup d'état led to the ousting of the country's president and the establishment of military rule. 
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