SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 26

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SAT Word Skills 6

to ruin or damage something's appearance, particularly by writing or sketching on it

Ex: They are currently defacing the wall with unauthorized posters .

to actively support or promote a particular cause, idea, or belief, often through organized efforts, advocacy, or public engagement

Ex: He campaigned for the new policy , meeting with community leaders and gathering petitions .
to scorn [verb]

to have no respect for someone or something because one thinks they are stupid or undeserving

Ex: They scorn the idea of discrimination and strive for inclusivity and equality .

to sit or stand with one leg on either side of

Ex: The gymnast demonstrated incredible flexibility by bestriding the balance beam with perfect poise .

to do or say something to purposely hurt or disrespect someone

Ex: He chose to affront his critics by making a dismissive remark during the interview .
to cozen [verb]

to use deceitful means to trick someone

Ex: The scam artist is cozening naive investors with promises of unrealistic returns .

to consider or regard someone or something in a particular way

Ex: Critics are currently reputeing the artist 's latest work as a masterpiece .
to waive [verb]

to voluntarily relinquish or give up a right, claim, or privilege

to waft [verb]

to blow or carry something gently through the air with a light and airy motion

Ex: During the storm , strong gusts of wind were wafting debris through the air .

to indulge or revel in a particular feeling or activity, often with a sense of self-pity or excessive enjoyment

Ex: The politician is wallowing in scandal , as the media relentlessly covers the controversy surrounding his conduct .

to wrap or cover something with a long piece of cloth or material

Ex: Farmers often swathe newly harvested wheat into bundles for easy transportation .

to shrink in size

Ex: The plastic bottle shrivelled in the campfire 's heat .

to set up a temporary campsite, typically without tents or other shelters

Ex: The climbers are bivouacking on the snowy slope , preparing for their ascent in the morning .
to cede [verb]

to transfer the title, rights, or ownership of something to another person or entity

Ex: After a lengthy negotiation , the government agreed to cede the land to the corporation .

to flood or cover completely with water

Ex: The dam 's collapse deluged the farmland within minutes .

to transmit a copy of a document or image through a fax machine

Ex: The secretary is currently facsimiling the invoices to the accounting department .
to quail [verb]

to experience or express the feeling of fear

Ex:
to rue [verb]

to feel regret or sorrow for something

Ex: The student is ruing the choice to procrastinate on studying for the exam .

to repay someone for expenses they have incurred

Ex: The warranty will reimburse repair costs of any damages covered under the agreement .