Exam: SAT (English)

Definition: A policy or practice of deliberately preventing or hindering progress, especially in politics.

Example: The senator's obstructionism delayed the passage of the new law.

Definition: A person who deliberately prevents or delays progress, especially in politics, by using tactics to block decisions or actions.

Example: The obstructionist in the committee used various tactics to delay the vote on the new law.

Definition: To succeed or to be established and accepted in a certain context.

Example: The old traditions still obtain in some communities today.

Definition: To succeed in getting something, usually through effort or planning.

Example: She worked hard to obtain a scholarship for her studies.

Definition: Describing something that is blunt or rounded, or referring to a person or remark that is not very smart or sensitive.

Example: His obtuse comments during the meeting frustrated everyone.

Definition: Referring to the side of an object that is opposite to the reverse, often the front or main side that faces the observer.

Example: The obverse of the coin features a portrait of the president.

Definition: The side of a coin or medal that has the main design or image, often considered the front side. It can also refer to the more noticeable aspect of a situation or the opposite of a statement in logic.

Example: The obverse of the coin features a portrait of the president.

Definition: In a way that is easy to see or understand; clearly.

Example: She obviously loves to play the piano, as she practices every day.

Definition: A job or profession that someone does to earn a living.

Example: Her occupation is a teacher at the local school.

Definition: To happen or take place; to be found or appear in a certain place or situation.

Example: The meeting will occur next week.

Definition: A person who supports or believes in the idea of mob rule, where the majority can control or influence decisions, often disregarding established laws or authority.

Example: The ochlocrat argued that the will of the people should always take precedence over the law.

Definition: Relating to a form of government in which the mob or a large group of people has control, often leading to disorder or chaos.

Example: The ochlocratic rule in the city led to widespread unrest and confusion among the citizens.