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SAT Humanities - Interaction

Here you will learn some English words related to interactions, such as "reproach", "clamor", "behest", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Humanities
to bargain

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

Ex: The union bargained with the company management for improved working conditions and better wages for its members .
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to dispute

to argue with someone, particularly over the ownership of something, facts, etc.

Ex: The athletes disputed the referee 's decision , claiming it was unfair and biased .
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to demand
to demand
[Verb]

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

Ex: The union members are planning to demand changes in the company 's policies during the upcoming meeting with management .
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to reproach

to blame someone for a mistake they made

Ex: The mother reproached her child for the rude behavior towards a classmate .
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to convince

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

Ex: Despite his fear of flying , she managed to convince her husband to accompany her on a trip to Europe .
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to network

to interact or establish contacts with others for mutual assistance or support

Ex: By the time they graduated , they had networked with influential alumni in their field .
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to associate

to interact and spend time with someone or a group of people

Ex: We enjoy associating with like-minded individuals .
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to transmit

to convey or communicate something, such as information, ideas, or emotions, from one person to another

Ex: Skilled diplomats work to transmit the intentions and concerns of their respective governments to reach mutual agreements .
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to confer
to confer
[Verb]

to exchange opinions and have discussions with others, often to come to an agreement or decision

Ex: The executives conferred late into the night to devise a strategy for the company 's expansion .
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to inform
to inform
[Verb]

to give information about someone or something, especially in an official manner

Ex: The doctor took the time to inform the patient of the potential side effects of the prescribed medication .
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to recount

to describe an event, experience, etc to someone in a detailed manner

Ex: In the autobiography , the author decided to recount personal anecdotes that shaped their life .
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to prescribe

to give specific instructions or guidelines about what someone must do

Ex: The committee prescribed a budget cut to reduce unnecessary expenses .
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to address

to speak directly to a specific person or group

Ex: The manager will address the team during the morning meeting to discuss the new project .
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to converse

to engage in a conversation with someone

Ex: The two friends conversed for hours , catching up on life .
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to enlighten

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

Ex: The workshop was designed to enlighten participants on financial literacy , helping them make informed decisions about their finances .
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to protest

to show disagreement by taking action or expressing it verbally, particularly in public

Ex: The accused protested the charges against him , maintaining his innocence .
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to plead
to plead
[Verb]

to make an earnest and emotional request, often accompanied by a strong sense of urgency or desperation

Ex: The beggar on the street corner pleads for compassion and assistance from passersby .
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to propose

to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

Ex: The company 's CEO proposed a merger with a competitor , believing it would create synergies and improve market share .
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to notify
to notify
[Verb]

to officially let someone know about something

Ex: The online platform will notify users of system updates and new features through notifications on the app .
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to cajole
to cajole
[Verb]

to persuade someone to do something through insincere praises, promises, etc. often in a persistent manner

Ex: She successfully cajoled her parents into letting her stay out later by emphasizing responsible behavior .
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to supplicate

to make a humble or earnest request to someone

Ex: They supplicated for leniency in the legal proceedings .
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to recommend

to suggest to someone that something is good, convenient, etc.

Ex: The music streaming service recommended a personalized playlist featuring artists and genres I enjoy .
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to caution

to warn someone of something that could be difficult or dangerous

Ex: The parent was cautioning the child not to wander too far from the playground .
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to hint
to hint
[Verb]

to indirectly suggest something

Ex: The author skillfully hinted at the plot twist throughout the novel , keeping readers engaged until the surprising conclusion .
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to clamor
to clamor
[Verb]

to loudly complain about something or demand something

Ex: In the classroom , students began to clamor for less homework , their voices growing louder .
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to relay
to relay
[Verb]

to pass on information or messages from one place or person to another

Ex: The teacher relayed the students ' concerns to the school administration for further action .
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quarrel
quarrel
[noun]

a heated argument or disagreement, often involving anger or hostility between individuals

Ex: The neighbor 's quarrel over property boundaries was finally resolved through arbitration .
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plea
plea
[noun]

a sincere and humble request, often made in times of need or desperation

Ex: The workers ' plea for better working conditions was finally heard by the management .
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inquiry
inquiry
[noun]

an act of seeking information through questioning

Ex: His frequent inquiry about the project 's progress showed his keen interest in its success .
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correspondence

written communication exchanged between people, typically through letters or emails

Ex: After years of correspondence, they finally met in person .
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intercourse

the exchange of thoughts, information, or communication between people

Ex: In the era before telephones , written intercourse was the primary means of long-distance communication .
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behest
behest
[noun]

an official or urgent request issued by someone, typically one in authority

Ex: He only took the job at the behest of his best friend .
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petition
petition
[noun]

a written request, signed by a group of people, that asks an organization or government to take a specific action

Ex: If the petition gets enough signatures , the issue will be debated in parliament .
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pleasantry

a polite, casual, an typically friendly remark or exchange

Ex: The pleasantries at the start of the conversation helped ease the tension between them .
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telecommunication

the transmission of information, data, or messages over a distance through the use of electronic or optical signals, media, and technologies

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admission
admission
[noun]

a confession or acceptance of the truth or reality of something

Ex: The leader 's admission of past mistakes showed humility and earned respect .
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to banter
to banter
[Verb]

to engage in light, playful, and teasing conversation or exchange of remarks

Ex: The siblings banter back and forth, teasing each other with affectionate jokes and playful remarks.
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admonition

a serious and heartfelt warning

Ex: His friend 's stern admonition to avoid the risky investment was ignored , leading to significant losses .
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