SAT/ACT Vocab List 5 Part 2 (Period 1)

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What is nihilism?

Back

Nihilism is a philosophical belief that rejects all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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Provide an example of nihilism in action.

Back

A group destroys historical monuments, believing in the rejection of all values.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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What is the antonym of 'noxious'?

Back

Beneficial.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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Define 'nonsectarian'.

Back

An organization that is independent of any religious or political affiliation.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is nomenclature in scientific disciplines?

Back

Nomenclature is the systematic naming of organisms and compounds.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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Use 'nihilism' in a sentence.

Back

His nihilism was evident in his rejection of all religious and moral principles.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

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What does 'loquacious' mean?

Back

Loquacious means tending to talk a great deal; talkative.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

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What is the meaning of 'noxious'?

Back

Noxious refers to something harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What is the primary purpose of nomenclature in science?

Back

To provide a systematic naming of organisms and compounds.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What does 'beneficial' mean?

Back

Beneficial means producing good results or helpful effects.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C