SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 44

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SAT Word Skills 6

a tradition, principle, or practice that identifies or characterizes a specific group or class

Ex: In certain social circles , attending exclusive events or clubs serves as a shibboleth of status .
culprit [noun]

a person who is responsible for a crime or wrongdoing

Ex: Investigators worked hard to identify the culprit .
sluggard [noun]

someone who is consistently lazy, showing a lack of motivation or energy to engage in productive activities

Ex: Instead of helping with chores , the sluggard preferred to lounge on the couch all day .
operetta [noun]

a light-hearted theatrical production blending singing, music, and spoken dialogue, often featuring comedic or romantic themes

Ex: The local theater company is putting on an operetta based on a French farce , promising audiences an evening of laughter and music .
bridle [noun]

a device placed on a horse's head, used by a rider to guide and control the horse's movements

Ex: The horse tossed its head , resisting the pressure of the bridle as the rider attempted to guide it .

the ability to comprehend and evaluate past events or decisions, often gaining insights that were not apparent at the time

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gait [noun]

the way someone or something walks or runs

Ex: She recognized her friend from a distance by the unique sway of her gait .
sybarite [noun]

an individual who is very fond of enjoying luxurious pleasures and items

Ex: She was known as a sybarite , always seeking the most luxurious vacations .
regicide [noun]

the deliberate killing of a king or queen

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soprano [noun]

a female or young male singer with a singing voice that has the highest range

Ex: The young boy ’s soprano voice was stunning , hitting high notes effortlessly until his voice began to change .
gusto [noun]

a strong and enthusiastic enjoyment or excitement in doing something

Ex: The children played in the park with gusto , laughing and running around .
morass [noun]

a muddy and wet piece of land in which it is possible to get stuck

Ex: Heavy rains turned the fields into a morass , making farming activities difficult .
precinct [noun]

a commercial area in a city or a town that is closed to traffic

Ex: The historic precinct of the city is preserved as a pedestrian-only area , allowing visitors to explore its charm safely .
motif [noun]

a decorative element or design that is added to clothing or fabric, serving to enhance its appearance or convey a particular style or theme

Ex: The curtains featured a geometric motif that added a modern touch to the room .
zenith [noun]

the highest point that a certain celestial body reaches, directly above an observer

Ex: Observing the stars , he noted how their zenith differed based on their location .
requiem [noun]

a piece of music or religious chant performed as a tribute to someone who has died

Ex: The church bells tolled as the requiem echoed through the cathedral during the funeral procession .
ennui [noun]

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

Ex: The long summer days stretched out before him , filled with nothing but ennui .