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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 22

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SAT Word Skills 6
din
[noun]

an unpleasant and loud noise that could be heard for an extended amount of time

Ex: As the children played outside , their shouts and laughter created a din that could be heard throughout the neighborhood .
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cubicle
[noun]

a small, enclosed space or compartment used for work or other activities

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claque
[noun]

a group of people hired to applaud or provide enthusiastic support for a performer or performance

Ex: The restaurant owner discreetly employed a claque to create a lively atmosphere , attracting more customers to the establishment .
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insight
[noun]

the intuitive understanding or perception of the inner nature or truth of something

Ex: The therapist provided her clients with valuable insights, helping them uncover hidden motivations and patterns in their lives .
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a scientific instrument used to detect and measure the intensity and duration of seismic waves caused by earthquakes or other seismic events

Ex: The seismograph's continuous monitoring of seismic activity helped authorities issue timely warnings to residents in earthquake-prone areas .
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elixir
[noun]

a magical or medicinal potion that is believed to cure all illnesses or prolong life indefinitely

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placebo
[noun]

a medicine without any physiological effect that is given to a control group in an experiment to measure the effectiveness of a new drug or to patients who think they need medicine when in reality they do not

Ex: Placebo-controlled studies help researchers determine if the observed effects of a new treatment are due to the medication's pharmacological properties or psychological factors.
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reservoir
[noun]

a large container or storage tank used for collecting and holding water or other fluids

Ex: The reservoir's strategic location facilitated the efficient distribution of water to various neighborhoods across the region .
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tome
[noun]

a large, heavy, and typically scholarly book, often containing extensive information on a particular subject

Ex: She inherited a collection of beautifully illustrated tomes from her grandfather , each containing tales of distant lands and adventures .
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fief
[noun]

a feudal estate or land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and military service

Ex: In medieval Europe , the feudal system was characterized by the exchange of land and military service between lords and their vassals , with each fief forming a crucial part of the feudal hierarchy .
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demerit
[noun]

the quality of being inadequate, often suggesting a deficiency or fault in performance or capability

Ex: The demerit of the candidate 's proposal was its lack of detailed planning and insufficient consideration of potential risks .
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lode
[noun]

a deposit of valuable mineral resources, such as ore, found within the Earth's crust

Ex: The discovery of a vast lode of copper provided a much-needed boost to the local economy .
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refuge
[noun]

a location or circumstance that offers protection and safety

Ex: The fort served as a refuge during times of invasion .
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bathos
[noun]

a literary device in which an attempt at serious or elevated writing or speech is undermined by an incongruous or absurd use of language or imagery

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decoy
[noun]

an object, often resembling a prey species, used to attract animals within range of the hunter

Ex: Using a decoy of a wounded animal , the predator hunter waited patiently for the carnivore to approach , unaware of the impending danger .
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someone who is a member of the aristocracy, which is the highest social rank

Ex: The aristocrat's lineage traced back generations , with a noble ancestry and a sense of duty to uphold family traditions and honor .
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demagogue
[noun]

a politician who appeals to the desires and prejudices of ordinary people instead of valid arguments in order to gain support

Ex: Democracy is vulnerable to the influence of demagogues who prioritize their own power over the welfare of the people .
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mirth
[noun]

a feeling of happiness, joy, or amusement

Ex: The witty remarks exchanged between friends brought about moments of mirth during the gathering .
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guinea
[noun]

a former British coin, worth one pound and one shilling, no longer in circulation

Ex: The horse trader sold the prized stallion for one hundred guineas to a wealthy buyer.
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SAT Word Skills 6
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