The patriarch of the family made all the important decisions during the reunion, ensuring that everyone's opinions were heard.
synonyms
fatherforefatherleader
word origin — from the Late Latin 'patriarcha', from Greek 'patriarchēs', from 'patria' meaning 'family, lineage' + 'archēs' meaning 'leader, chief'
SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 113
Set 113 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: patriarch, sleeper, guise, incense, fluke. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
patriarch · noun/ˈpeɪ.tri.ɑrk/
a male head of a family or tribe
The patriarch of the family made all the important decisions during the reunion, ensuring that everyone's opinions were heard.
Synonyms: father, forefather, leader
Origin: from the Late Latin 'patriarcha', from Greek 'patriarchēs', from 'patria' meaning 'family, lineage' + 'archēs' meaning 'leader, chief'
sleeper · noun/ˈsliːpər/
a person or animal that is sleeping
The cozy blanket wrapped around the sleeper made her feel warm and safe during the chilly night.
Synonyms: napper, slumberer, dozer
Origin: Middle English 'sleper', from Old English 'slæper', related to the verb 'sleep'
guise · noun/ɡaɪz/
the appearance or semblance of something, especially used to deceive
The stranger approached us in the guise of a helpful local, but his true intentions were suspicious.
Synonyms: appearance, semblance, guise
Origin: Middle English 'guise', from Old French 'guise', meaning manner or fashion, from the Latin 'odisseus, 'meaning to lead, conduct.
incense · noun/ˈɪnˌsɛns/
a substance that releases fragrant smoke when burned
The calming scent of sandalwood incense filled the room, creating a soothing atmosphere for meditation.
Synonyms: frankincense, myrrh, perfume
Origin: derived from Latin 'incensum', meaning 'to burn, to enflame', from 'incendere' (to set on fire)
fluke · noun/fluːk/
an accidental success or a stroke of luck
Winning the lottery was a total fluke; I never expected to get lucky like that.
Synonyms: chance, stroke of luck, coincidence
Origin: The word 'fluke' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the Middle English 'flok' meaning 'a stroke of luck or chance.' It may also be related to the Old Norse word 'flúka,' meaning 'to float or drift,' implying an element of accidental success.