SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 49

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onslaught [noun]

a relentless and persistent series of challenges, difficulties, or obstacles, typically experienced over a prolonged period of time

Ex: The city 's infrastructure was ill-prepared for the onslaught of heavy rainfall , leading to widespread flooding and chaos .

prickle [noun]

a small, sharp-pointed structure that grows on the surface of a plant

Ex: The stem of a blackberry bush is covered in prickles , making it difficult for animals to reach the fruit without getting scratched .

mongrel [noun]

a dog that is not from a single breed

Ex: The veterinarian examined the mongrel and gave it a clean bill of health .

cudgel [noun]

a short and thick stick that is used as a weapon for hitting or striking

Ex: During the riot , the protestors armed themselves with cudgels fashioned from broken branches .

stipend [noun]

a fixed amount of money given to a person regularly as an allowance or salary

Ex: The scholarship included a stipend to help with books and supplies .

gendarme [noun]

a police officer, especially in France or other French-speaking countries

Ex: During the festival , gendarmes were stationed at various checkpoints to ensure public safety and prevent disturbances .

hue [noun]

the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel

Ex: She admired the deep blue hue of the sapphire in her ring .

mulatto [noun]

a person of mixed white and black ancestry

Ex: In some societies , mulattos occupied a middle ground between whites and blacks , facing unique challenges related to their mixed heritage .

dyne [noun]

(physics) a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second system of units, equal to the force that would give a mass of one gram an acceleration of one centimeter per second squared

Ex: When measuring the force required to stretch a spring , one might use dynes as the unit of force .

coronet [noun]

a small crown, typically worn by nobility or used as a symbol of rank and honor

Ex: In heraldry , a coronet with a specific number of points or embellishments represents different ranks within the peerage .

jargon [noun]

words, phrases, and expressions used by a specific group or profession, which are incomprehensible to others

Ex: In the tech industry , jargon like ' API , ' ' frontend , ' and ' backend ' is commonly used among developers but may be unclear to those without technical knowledge .

doctrine [noun]

a system of beliefs, principles, or teachings that are formally taught, advocated, or followed

Ex: The doctrine of karma in Hinduism and Buddhism teaches that actions have consequences , and individuals are responsible for the effects of their actions in this life and beyond .

moonbeam [noun]

a shaft or ray of light that originates from the moon

Ex: The poet likened the lover 's gaze to a moonbeam , describing it as soft , luminous , and filled with tenderness .

charlatan [noun]

an individual who acts as if they possess special qualities, knowledge, or skills

Ex: She felt duped by the charlatan who pretended to be an expert in personal development .

palette [noun]

a thin oval board that a painter uses to mix colors and hold pigments on, with a hole for the thumb to go through

Ex: The painter 's palette featured compartments for different colors of acrylic paint , ensuring easy access and organization during the artwork .

fetish [noun]

a strong and unusual attachment or obsession with a particular object, idea, or activity

Ex: The artist 's fetish for symmetry was evident in all her paintings , each meticulously balanced and harmonious .

rivulet [noun]

a small and narrow stream of water that flows naturally

Ex: We followed the rivulet upstream , marveling at the lush vegetation and rocky outcrops along its banks .

statecraft [noun]

the art or skill of managing and conducting the affairs of a state or government

Ex: Effective statecraft requires not only intelligence and insight but also the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and anticipate future challenges .

envoy [noun]

a diplomatic agent or official accredited to a foreign government or international organization, usually of lower rank than an ambassador

Ex: As an envoy of goodwill , the diplomat worked tirelessly to strengthen diplomatic ties between the two countries .

lough [noun]

a body of water, typically a lake or inlet, commonly found in Ireland

Ex: Many myths and legends are associated with the loughs of Ireland , with tales of ancient creatures and hidden treasures lying beneath their waters .

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