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structure

//ˈstrʌktʃə//
English Definition
The arrangement of parts.
中文释义
结构;构造
Seen in practice — from the Digital SAT question bank

A subsequent study by psychologist Ben Holt replicated Okafor's design but sampled 200 employees in a different industry and found the opposite pattern: infrequent, large rewards produced higher satisfaction, suggesting the relationship between praise structure and satisfaction may vary by workplace context.

From a Cross-Text Connections question · Craft and Structure

Scientists believe this resilience stems from a unique protein that protects the tardigrade's cellular structures when water is scarce.

From a Central Ideas and Details question · Information and Ideas

Contrary to the common assumption that ancient Roman concrete was inferior to modern concrete, recent analysis of Roman harbor structures that have survived intact for two thousand years suggests that certain volcanic-ash mixtures used by Roman builders actually grow stronger over time when exposed to seawater.

From a Central Ideas and Details question · Information and Ideas

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
struct(建) → 构架。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “structure”?

  1. A Diligently careful; principled.
  2. B The arrangement of parts.
  3. C Sociable; fond of company.
  4. D A masterful performer or expert.
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B — The arrangement of parts.. “structure” means The arrangement of parts..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “The arrangement of parts.”?

  1. A virtuoso
  2. B gregarious
  3. C scrupulous
  4. D structure
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D — structure. “structure” means The arrangement of parts..

Common questions about “structure”

What does “structure” mean?

structure — The arrangement of parts.. In Chinese: 结构;构造.

How do you pronounce “structure”?

structure is pronounced //ˈstrʌktʃə//.

How is “structure” used in a sentence?

A subsequent study by psychologist Ben Holt replicated Okafor's design but sampled 200 employees in a different industry and found the opposite pattern: infrequent, large rewards produced higher satisfaction, suggesting the relationship between praise structure and satisfaction may vary by workplace context.

Is “structure” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. structure is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “structure”?

struct(建) → 构架。

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