SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 34

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SAT Word Skills 6
nib [noun]

the tip of a pen that puts the ink on paper

Ex: The architect used a technical pen with a precise nib to draw detailed floor plans .
rapport [noun]

a close relationship in which there is a good understanding and communication between people

Ex: Developing rapport with clients is crucial in sales ; it helps to establish trust and understanding , ultimately leading to successful transactions .
biped [noun]

an organism or creature that has two feet and is capable of walking or standing upright on those feet

the collective body of clients served by a business, professional, or institution

Ex: The restaurant catered to an upscale clientele with refined tastes .

a large musical instrument of the violin family, with four strings that are tuned in perfect fifths

bullock [noun]

a young male cow with its sex organs removed

flair [noun]

a person's innate talent or aptitude for a particular activity or skill

Ex: With a natural flair for design , she transformed the plain room into a stylish and inviting space .
shackle [noun]

a metal fastening, usually a pair, joined by a chain or hinge, used to fasten a prisoner's wrists or ankles together

Ex: She could hear the clinking of shackles as the prisoners shuffled past her in the dimly lit corridor .
calamity [noun]

an event causing great and often sudden damage, distress, or destruction

Ex: The pandemic was a global calamity , affecting millions of lives and economies around the world .
drivel [noun]

speech or writing that is considered to be silly, trivial, or lacking in sense or substance

Ex: After hours of debate , they realized their conversation had devolved into pointless drivel .
clique [noun]

a small, exclusive group of individuals who share similar interests, attitudes, or social status

Ex: The workplace seemed divided into cliques , with each department forming its own close-knit group .

a type of coal characterized by its high carbon content, glossy appearance, and clean-burning properties

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pinch [noun]

the act of grasping or squeezing something firmly between the thumb and fingers

Ex: He winced as the nurse administered a flu shot , giving his upper arm a quick pinch .
pommel [noun]

the rounded or knob-like feature on the hilt of a sword or dagger

Ex: The hilt of the dagger featured an intricately carved ivory pommel .
nucleus [noun]

the central core of a comet, which is composed of ice, dust, and rocky materials

Ex: The nucleus of Comet Halley is thought to be a mixture of water ice , carbon dioxide ice , and various organic compounds .
keepsake [noun]

an object kept or given to someone as a reminder of a person, place, or event, often holding sentimental value

Ex: He found a small seashell on the beach and decided to keep it as a keepsake of their family vacation .
flax [noun]

a small, nutrient-dense seed rich in omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber

Ex: They mixed flax into their homemade granola bars .
cathode [noun]

a negatively charged electrode within an electrical device, from which electrons flow out into the external circuit

Ex: Electrons are emitted from the cathode of the X-ray tube , producing the electron beam necessary for generating X-rays .
hillock [noun]

a small, rounded mound or hill, typically found in a landscape with gently rolling terrain

Ex: A solitary tree stood atop the hillock , providing shade and shelter to weary travelers .
iota [noun]

a tiny or negligible amount, emphasizing its minimal significance

Ex: His argument lacked even an iota of logic , making it impossible to take seriously .