Exploring Vocabulary: Apocryphal, Adulterate, Amass, and More
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In this lesson, we delve into a selection of vocabulary words that enhance your language skills. We explore terms like "apocryphal," which refers to something of doubtful origin or authenticity, and "adulterate," meaning to make something impure by adding lesser substances. Other words include "amass" (to collect or accumulate), "beleaguer" (to harass), and "caricature" (a distorted portrayal). Additionally, we discuss "coalesce" (to merge), "deplore" (to regret deeply), "discrepant" (disagreeing), "exalt" (to glorify), and "expeditious" (done with speed).
Exploring Vocabulary: Apocryphal, Adulterate, Amass, and More
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SAT Lesson 18A Extra CREDIT
Apocryphal-of doubtful origin or authenticity • Adulterate-to make impure by adding lesser substances • Amass to collect; to gather; to accumulate • Beleaguer-to harass • Caricature-a portrayal where features are distorted • Coalesce-to merge; to fuse; to join • Deplore-to regret deeply or strongly • Discrepant-disagreeing; inconsistent • Exalt-to glorify; to praise • Expeditious- done with speed