"In today’s computer world, a floppy disk is an anachronism."

A chronological inconsistency in some arrangement

Land with little to no rainfall

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1
Ambivalent
To pass criticism or censure
Mutual resistance or opposition
To examine critically
Unsure or uncertain
2
Abdicate
The process of removing negative energy
To give up or renounce
To blame or condemn others
To adopt a given position (ex: in the government)
3
Abyss
Bottomless gulf
To oppose or deject
Profound devotion
To forgive and absolve from sin
4
Aggrandize
To increase in size or intensity
To be assertive to others
To make better or to improve
To set aflame
5
"He was making progress, albeit rather slowly."
whereas
unless
Although; even though
except
6
Assimilate
To concern oneself with the problems of another
To express thoughts on a political subject
To adapt or to integrate
To agree with a statement of opinion
7
Admonish
To punish or reprimand
A declaration made emphatically
Perplexed by a certain situation
To request or appeal
8
"With an assiduous attitude, we will finish this project."
Diligent and meticulous
Animated and thrilled
Calm and serene
Complacent and satisfied
9
Circumvent
Without truth or sincerity
To bypass or evade
To encircle or surround
The process of making a sharp turn
10
Aberration
Moving from one place to another; vagabond
Movement or vibration
Deviation from the normal or customary course
A unique conjecture about a theory
11
Barren
Something that requires specific skills
Arid and empty
Without a source of entertainment
Contradictory or biased
12
Adversity
Hardship and misfortune
Easy to approach
An open insult or indignity
Delicate or ethereal
13
Benevolent
To remind oneself
Malicious and hostile
Accurate and precise
Altruistic and well-meaning
14
Amicable
Friendly
Confrontational
Falsify
To join together/compound
15
Aesthetic
Appreciation of beauty
Antimicrobial substance used to eliminate bacteria
The process of preparing for surgery
Without the use of hind limbs
16
Censure
To indicate joy and happiness
To disapprove or disappoint
The midpoint or center of an area
A distinctive feature
17
Capitulate
To convince others of your opinion
To require more time or energy
To surrender or give up
To break apart from a group
18
Brevity
Complete and thorough
Disqualify due to offense or infringement or law
To prepare for speech
Concise and succinct
19
"In today’s computer world, a floppy disk is an anachronism."
Pertaining to or producing a loss of sensation
To add or affix at the end
Relating to current technology
A chronological inconsistency in some arrangement
20
"Using dry tuna, I was able to cajole the kitten out of the corner."
Encourage or persuade
To use force as a source of intimidation
To hurry
To lead or command
21
Cacophony
Dissonance or clamor
Awkward movement
Having the property of consistency
Without a structure or rules
22
Belligerent
To be envious of others
Without truth or sense
Friendly and amiable
Threatening or antagonistic
23
"The administration was placed under an autonomous harbor board that ruled until 1993."
A diverse group of people
Pertaining to royalty or nobility
Sovereign state of government
Without a single ruler
24
"Because I am averse to risk, I never play casino games."
Without danger or contingency
Self-examination
Strong opposition or distaste
To be suitable for or to enjoy
25
Adulation
Gentle reproach
To adore and to admire
The process of growing up
To give grief or sorrow to
26
"The centralized policy would compound, not ameliorate, the problem."
Improve
Worsen
Exacerbate
Synthesize
27
"Her presence will bolster his weak will."
To weaken and incapacitate
To strengthen or fortify
To indulge or spoil oneself
To provide joy and cheer
28
Arid
Land with little to no rainfall
A harsh punishment enforced by the government.
Humid environment
A dull conversation
29
Callous
Cowardly and timorous
Harsh or insensitive
To embellish or flourish
To impose or dupe
30
Archaic
Without sympathy or emotion
The development of new property
Obsolete or old-fashioned
Related to the class of Arachnids
31
Ample
Scarce
Plentiful
Friendly
Alluring

SAT vocabulary #1 Flashcards | StudBud

SAT vocabulary #1

31 termsStudBud Administration14 plays

#sat #vocabulary #list1

Flashcards31 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 31

Answers

1
Ambivalent
To pass criticism or censure
Mutual resistance or opposition
To examine critically
Unsure or uncertain
2
Abdicate
The process of removing negative energy
To give up or renounce
To blame or condemn others
To adopt a given position (ex: in the government)
3
Abyss
Bottomless gulf
To oppose or deject
Profound devotion
To forgive and absolve from sin
4
Aggrandize
To increase in size or intensity
To be assertive to others
To make better or to improve
To set aflame
5
"He was making progress, albeit rather slowly."
whereas
unless
Although; even though
except
6
Assimilate
To concern oneself with the problems of another
To express thoughts on a political subject
To adapt or to integrate
To agree with a statement of opinion
7
Admonish
To punish or reprimand
A declaration made emphatically
Perplexed by a certain situation
To request or appeal
8
"With an assiduous attitude, we will finish this project."
Diligent and meticulous
Animated and thrilled
Calm and serene
Complacent and satisfied
9
Circumvent
Without truth or sincerity
To bypass or evade
To encircle or surround
The process of making a sharp turn
10
Aberration
Moving from one place to another; vagabond
Movement or vibration
Deviation from the normal or customary course
A unique conjecture about a theory
11
Barren
Something that requires specific skills
Arid and empty
Without a source of entertainment
Contradictory or biased
12
Adversity
Hardship and misfortune
Easy to approach
An open insult or indignity
Delicate or ethereal
13
Benevolent
To remind oneself
Malicious and hostile
Accurate and precise
Altruistic and well-meaning
14
Amicable
Friendly
Confrontational
Falsify
To join together/compound
15
Aesthetic
Appreciation of beauty
Antimicrobial substance used to eliminate bacteria
The process of preparing for surgery
Without the use of hind limbs
16
Censure
To indicate joy and happiness
To disapprove or disappoint
The midpoint or center of an area
A distinctive feature
17
Capitulate
To convince others of your opinion
To require more time or energy
To surrender or give up
To break apart from a group
18
Brevity
Complete and thorough
Disqualify due to offense or infringement or law
To prepare for speech
Concise and succinct
19
"In today’s computer world, a floppy disk is an anachronism."
Pertaining to or producing a loss of sensation
To add or affix at the end
Relating to current technology
A chronological inconsistency in some arrangement
20
"Using dry tuna, I was able to cajole the kitten out of the corner."
Encourage or persuade
To use force as a source of intimidation
To hurry
To lead or command
21
Cacophony
Dissonance or clamor
Awkward movement
Having the property of consistency
Without a structure or rules
22
Belligerent
To be envious of others
Without truth or sense
Friendly and amiable
Threatening or antagonistic
23
"The administration was placed under an autonomous harbor board that ruled until 1993."
A diverse group of people
Pertaining to royalty or nobility
Sovereign state of government
Without a single ruler
24
"Because I am averse to risk, I never play casino games."
Without danger or contingency
Self-examination
Strong opposition or distaste
To be suitable for or to enjoy
25
Adulation
Gentle reproach
To adore and to admire
The process of growing up
To give grief or sorrow to
26
"The centralized policy would compound, not ameliorate, the problem."
Improve
Worsen
Exacerbate
Synthesize
27
"Her presence will bolster his weak will."
To weaken and incapacitate
To strengthen or fortify
To indulge or spoil oneself
To provide joy and cheer
28
Arid
Land with little to no rainfall
A harsh punishment enforced by the government.
Humid environment
A dull conversation
29
Callous
Cowardly and timorous
Harsh or insensitive
To embellish or flourish
To impose or dupe
30
Archaic
Without sympathy or emotion
The development of new property
Obsolete or old-fashioned
Related to the class of Arachnids
31
Ample
Scarce
Plentiful
Friendly
Alluring