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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 25

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SAT Word Skills 6
embargo
[noun]

an official order according to which any commercial activity with a particular country is banned

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scoundrel
[noun]

a dishonest and morally questionable individual, often involved in deceitful or unlawful behavior

Ex: The town rallied together to expose the corrupt scoundrel who had been exploiting vulnerable members of the community .
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buffet
[noun]

a meal with many dishes from which people serve themselves at a table and then eat elsewhere

Ex: We sat at a table near the window to enjoy our buffet breakfast with a view of the garden .
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quietus
[noun]

a final and conclusive ending, often implying death or the settlement of a debt

Ex: With the completion of the last chapter , the author felt a sense of quietus as the book was finally finished .
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a type of comic theatrical production combining pantomime, dance, singing, etc. popular in the 1800s and early 1900s

Ex: The decline of vaudeville came with the rise of motion pictures and radio , but its influence can still be seen in modern variety shows and comedy clubs .
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linchpin
[noun]

a crucial element that holds something together or provides stability and support

Ex: The bridge 's central pillar served as the linchpin of the entire structure , supporting its weight and ensuring its stability .
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rout
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a disorderly and frenzied crowd of people, often characterized by chaos and confusion

Ex: The unexpected announcement sparked a rout of eager job seekers , all clamoring for positions at the company .
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tenet
[noun]

a fundamental belief or principle that is central to a system of thought, philosophy, or religion

Ex: The tenet of freedom of speech is a cornerstone of democratic societies , promoting open discourse and expression .
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pontiff
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the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church

Ex: The pontiff's encyclical on climate change urged world leaders to take action to protect the environment and address global warming .
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paroxysm
[noun]

a sudden and uncontrollable outburst or convulsion, often of emotion or action

Ex: The sudden news sent him into a paroxysm of panic , his heart racing and thoughts spinning out of control .
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deterrent
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a thing that reduces the chances of someone doing something because it makes them aware of its difficulties or consequences

Ex: The complex application process proved to be a deterrent for many applicants .
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ruse
[noun]

a cunning or deceptive strategy or action intended to deceive or trick someone

Ex: He saw through her ruse and refused to be swayed by her deceptive tactics .
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tyro
[noun]

a beginner or novice in a particular field or activity

Ex: The theater company welcomed tyros interested in acting, providing training and guidance to help them develop their talent.
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digraph
[noun]

a pair of characters used to represent a single sound, such as "sh" or "th", in phonetics or linguistics

Ex: Understanding digraphs can help English language learners decipher unfamiliar words more easily .
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gauntlet
[noun]

a protective glove, often made of leather, worn as armor

Ex: She adjusted the fit of her gauntlet, ensuring that it provided maximum protection without hindering her dexterity .
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exponent
[noun]

a supporter of a theory, belief, idea, etc. who tries to persuade others that it is true or good in order to gain their support

Ex: He had been an exponent of free-market capitalism , often debating its merits with critics .
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mane
[noun]

hair that grows on the neck of an animal such as a horse, lion, etc.

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lieu
[noun]

a place or location, often used as a substitute or in place of something else

Ex: The team opted for a virtual meeting in lieu of the usual in-person conference due to travel restrictions.
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gaffe
[noun]

a thing that was done or said in a social or public situation that is considered to be an embarrassing or tactless mistake

Ex: The news anchor ’s on-air gaffe resulted in a flurry of corrections and apologies .
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obelisk
[noun]

a tall column made of stone with four sides and a pyramid-like top, used as a monument to honor an important event or person

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