- Erratic
adj. having no fixed course; deviating from the norm
The car became erratic after slipping on ice.
- Unveil
v. to make visible; to reveal
We plan to unveil our plans for the new company project on Sunday.
- Obsolete
adj. no longer used; rare or uncommon
Historians assumed record players would be obsolete by now, but in fact they're making a huge comeback.
These are vocabulary words that are good to know in general and that may be very useful when taking that Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
Friday, August 31, 2018
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Brawl Clout Modest
- Brawl
n. an intense, loud fight v. to fight loudly and disruptively
A brawl broke out at school today after one student accused another of cheating. The two students brawled for an hour.
- Clout
n. special advantage or power
Children of rich and famous people often believe they have a lot of clout.
- Modest
adj. simple and humble adj. small in size or amount
They moved into a modest house in the countryside. I received a modest sum of money for my help at the company event.
n. an intense, loud fight v. to fight loudly and disruptively
A brawl broke out at school today after one student accused another of cheating. The two students brawled for an hour.
- Clout
n. special advantage or power
Children of rich and famous people often believe they have a lot of clout.
- Modest
adj. simple and humble adj. small in size or amount
They moved into a modest house in the countryside. I received a modest sum of money for my help at the company event.
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Obsolete Modify Adapt
- Obsolete
adj. no longer used; rare or uncommon
Historians assumed record players would be obsolete by now, but in fact they're making a huge comeback.
- Modify
v. to change, alter, or tweak
Dr. Nguyen modified the gene so that it wouldn't carry the disease.
- Adapt
v. to make suit a new purpose v. to accommodate oneself to a new condition, setting, or situation
The US has adapted many foreign foods to better suit the tastes of Americans. Dogs are known for their ability to quickly adapt to their environments.
adj. no longer used; rare or uncommon
Historians assumed record players would be obsolete by now, but in fact they're making a huge comeback.
- Modify
v. to change, alter, or tweak
Dr. Nguyen modified the gene so that it wouldn't carry the disease.
- Adapt
v. to make suit a new purpose v. to accommodate oneself to a new condition, setting, or situation
The US has adapted many foreign foods to better suit the tastes of Americans. Dogs are known for their ability to quickly adapt to their environments.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Reform Novel Eminent
- Reform
n. a change for the better; improvement v. to improve via change
The reform made it so that only those 18 and older can legally drive. The government reformed its vague policies on marijuana use.
- Novel
adj. new, innovative
We are looking for novel ways to approach the project.
- Eminent
adj. superior or distinguished; high in position or status
Our town made news when the eminentmagician came to perform at our local theater.
n. a change for the better; improvement v. to improve via change
The reform made it so that only those 18 and older can legally drive. The government reformed its vague policies on marijuana use.
- Novel
adj. new, innovative
We are looking for novel ways to approach the project.
- Eminent
adj. superior or distinguished; high in position or status
Our town made news when the eminentmagician came to perform at our local theater.
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Insatiable Facilitate Provocative
- Insatiable
adj. can't be satisfied
A vampire's thirst for blood is said to be insatiable.
- Facilitate
v. to aid the progress of
In grad school, advisors facilitate students' research and offer constructive criticism.
- Provocative
adj. intending to provoke, inspire, or arouse
Her nude paintings are considered quite provocative.
adj. can't be satisfied
A vampire's thirst for blood is said to be insatiable.
- Facilitate
v. to aid the progress of
In grad school, advisors facilitate students' research and offer constructive criticism.
- Provocative
adj. intending to provoke, inspire, or arouse
Her nude paintings are considered quite provocative.
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Evoke Static Concede
- Evoke
v. to draw forth or call up
Horror movies are great at evoking fear.
- Static
adj. motionless adj. changeless
The ball is static. Her life has been static for the past three years.
- Concede
v. to be forced to agree or surrender v. to admit to a transgression
With no chance of winning the battle, the army at last conceded. Dan conceded to pranking his sister.
v. to draw forth or call up
Horror movies are great at evoking fear.
- Static
adj. motionless adj. changeless
The ball is static. Her life has been static for the past three years.
- Concede
v. to be forced to agree or surrender v. to admit to a transgression
With no chance of winning the battle, the army at last conceded. Dan conceded to pranking his sister.
Monday, August 13, 2018
Indulge Deference Impart
- Indulge
v. to give into; to satisfy or gratify
My friend loves to indulge in cheesy romance movies.
- Deference
n. respect; regard
Her deference to the elderly makes her the perfect candidate for an internship at the retirement center.
- Impart
v. to transmit, bestow, or disclose
Parents must impart common sense to their children.
v. to give into; to satisfy or gratify
My friend loves to indulge in cheesy romance movies.
- Deference
n. respect; regard
Her deference to the elderly makes her the perfect candidate for an internship at the retirement center.
- Impart
v. to transmit, bestow, or disclose
Parents must impart common sense to their children.
Friday, August 10, 2018
Unveil Undermine Opine
- Unveil
v. to make visible; to reveal
We plan to unveil our plans for the new company project on Sunday.
- Undermine
v. to weaken or subvert (usu. gradually or secretly)
Parents should take care not to constantly undermine their children.
- Opine
v. to openly express an opinion
The new employee opined at the company meeting.
v. to make visible; to reveal
We plan to unveil our plans for the new company project on Sunday.
- Undermine
v. to weaken or subvert (usu. gradually or secretly)
Parents should take care not to constantly undermine their children.
- Opine
v. to openly express an opinion
The new employee opined at the company meeting.
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Tactful Dominion Spur
- Tactful
adj. skilled at dealing with people
Her tactful attitude toward our class made her one of my favorite teachers.
- Dominion
n. power and authority (usu. over a territory) n. a legal territory
The country claimed to have dominion over parts of Russia. Puerto Rico is a dominion of the US.
- Spur
v. to stimulate or incite
Her bravery spurred others to act.
adj. skilled at dealing with people
Her tactful attitude toward our class made her one of my favorite teachers.
- Dominion
n. power and authority (usu. over a territory) n. a legal territory
The country claimed to have dominion over parts of Russia. Puerto Rico is a dominion of the US.
- Spur
v. to stimulate or incite
Her bravery spurred others to act.
Saturday, August 4, 2018
Basic Commission Dubious
- Basic
adj. relating to the foundation or basis of something
You have to start with basic Russian before you can move on to the advanced level.
- Commission
n. the use of payment to request something (e.g., a service or product)
This painting was commissioned by a rich merchant in 1589.
- Dubious
adj. doubtful, questionable
The man's claims to the throne were dubious since nobody knew where he'd come from.
adj. relating to the foundation or basis of something
You have to start with basic Russian before you can move on to the advanced level.
- Commission
n. the use of payment to request something (e.g., a service or product)
This painting was commissioned by a rich merchant in 1589.
- Dubious
adj. doubtful, questionable
The man's claims to the throne were dubious since nobody knew where he'd come from.
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Viability Predecessor Simple
- Viability
n. ability to be done in a practical or useful way
The viability of the solution is questionable.
- Predecessor
n. someone who comes before you (usu. in position or office)
My predecessor gave me many tips for running the office.
- Simple
adj. easy; not complex adj. undecorated
This math problem is so simple even a first grader can solve it. The simple beauty of the ocean is what makes it memorable.
n. ability to be done in a practical or useful way
The viability of the solution is questionable.
- Predecessor
n. someone who comes before you (usu. in position or office)
My predecessor gave me many tips for running the office.
- Simple
adj. easy; not complex adj. undecorated
This math problem is so simple even a first grader can solve it. The simple beauty of the ocean is what makes it memorable.