SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 41

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SAT Word Skills 6
to ogle [verb]

to stare at someone or something with strong and often inappropriate interest or desire

Ex: The lifeguard discreetly warned the beachgoers not to ogle the sunbathers .

to pressure someone into doing something through intimidation or threats

Ex: The aggressive salesperson tried to dragoon customers into making a purchase by using high-pressure tactics .

to prevent the occurrence or achievement of something

Ex: The legal obstacles stymied the company 's plans to expand into new markets .

to make someone feel extremely sad or discouraged, often as a result of challenging situations, such as loss

Ex: The news of his illness deeply depressed his family .
haggard [adjective]

looking extremely tired, often due to stress, illness, or lack of sleep

Ex: She gave a haggard smile , her face lined with exhaustion .
smug [adjective]

showing or taking too much pride in one's achievements or accomplishments

Ex: The politician 's smug attitude turned off voters who were looking for sincerity and humility .
dapper [adjective]

(typically of a man) stylish and neat in appearance, often characterized by well-groomed attire and attention to detail

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halcyon [adjective]

full of calmness, happiness, and prosperity

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terse [adjective]

using only a few words and to the point

Ex: The teacher 's feedback was terse but helpful , focusing on key areas for improvement .
torrid [adjective]

characterized by intense and oppressive heat

Ex: The torrid conditions in the tropical rainforest made it challenging for some animals to thrive .
adroit [adjective]

quick, skillful or adept in action or thought

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fiasco [noun]

a quick and unexpected downfall

Ex: The company 's new product launch ended in a fiasco due to a major technical failure .
opus [noun]

a musical piece or collection that is written by a famous composer followed by the date in which it was created

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bilge [noun]

the lowest part of a ship's hull, typically filled with water or oil that has leaked in

Ex: The sailor descended into the dark bilge of the ship to inspect the damage caused by the collision .
baize [noun]

a rough, green fabric used for covering tables where card or board games are played

Ex: She sewed a baize cover for her antique card table to protect its delicate surface from scratches .
adieu [noun]

a formal or affectionate goodbye, often indicating a permanent or significant departure

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enzyme [noun]

a substance that all living organisms produce that brings about a chemical reaction without being altered itself

Ex: Industrial processes often utilize enzymes to catalyze chemical reactions and improve efficiency .
vendetta [noun]

a violent argument between two groups in which members of each side make attempts to murder the members of the opposing side in retaliation for things that occurred in the past

Ex: Despite efforts at peace , the vendetta continued to fuel hatred and bloodshed in the community .
braggart [noun]

a person who is always showing off the things they have in a way that may come across as annoying or exaggerated

Ex: The braggart ’s stories about his vacations became tiresome after a while .