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chalice

noun/ˈtʃæl.ɪs/

a large cup or goblet used for drinking wine or other beverages, often in religious ceremonies

During the ceremony, the priest raised the ornate chalice high, inviting the congregation to witness the sacred ritual of communion.

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word origin — Middle English 'chalice', from Old French 'chalice', from Latin 'calyx' meaning 'cup' or 'goblet'

SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 272

Set 272 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: chalice, pang, humanism, rapport, impediment. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. chalice · noun/ˈtʃæl.ɪs/

    a large cup or goblet used for drinking wine or other beverages, often in religious ceremonies

    During the ceremony, the priest raised the ornate chalice high, inviting the congregation to witness the sacred ritual of communion.

    Synonyms: goblet, cup, bowl

    Origin: Middle English 'chalice', from Old French 'chalice', from Latin 'calyx' meaning 'cup' or 'goblet'

  2. pang · noun/pæŋ/

    a sudden sharp feeling of pain or discomfort

    She felt a pang of guilt after lying to her friend about her whereabouts.

    Synonyms: twinge, stab, spasm

    Origin: Middle English 'pangen', frequentative of 'pang', of uncertain origin

  3. humanism · noun/ˈhjuː.mənɪzəm/

    a philosophical and ethical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings and the importance of human rights and education

    The principles of **humanism** advocate for the inherent dignity and worth of every person, fostering a culture of respect and equality.

    Synonyms: humanitarianism, secularism, liberalism

    Origin: Derived from the Latin 'humanus' meaning 'human' and 'ismus' which is a suffix used in philosophical terms

  4. rapport · noun/ræˈpɔr/

    a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups involved understand each other's feelings or ideas

    The teacher worked hard to build a strong rapport with her students, which greatly improved their communication and learning experience.

    Synonyms: relationship, connection, bond

    Origin: French, from 'rapporter' meaning 'to bring back, carry back'

  5. impediment · noun/ɪmˈpɛdəmənt/

    a hindrance or obstruction in doing something

    The lack of funding was a significant impediment to the project's progress.

    Synonyms: hindrance, obstacle, barrier

    Origin: from Latin 'impedimentum', from 'impedire' meaning 'to obstruct'