assay
a test to analyze or measure the composition or quality of a substance
The laboratory performed a thorough chemical assay to determine the purity of the sample.
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Exita test to analyze or measure the composition or quality of a substance
The laboratory performed a thorough chemical assay to determine the purity of the sample.
Set 232 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: assay, stability, latitude, attitude, deity. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a test to analyze or measure the composition or quality of a substance
The laboratory performed a thorough chemical assay to determine the purity of the sample.
the state of being stable or not likely to change
The stability of the economy is crucial for attracting foreign investments.
the angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator measured in degrees
The latitude of New York City is approximately 40.7 degrees north, placing it well above the equator.
a settled way of thinking or feeling about something
Her positive attitude towards challenges helps her overcome obstacles with ease.
a divine being or god
In ancient cultures, people often worshipped a variety of deities, each representing different aspects of life and nature.