SAT 2 Flashcards
What does ‘nebulous’ mean?
In the form of a cloud or haze; vague or ill defined
‘Nebulous’ often refers to concepts or ideas that are not clearly defined or are ambiguous.
Define ‘unprecedented’.
Never done or known before
‘Unprecedented’ is often used to describe events or situations that have never occurred in history.
accentuate
To make more noticeable or prominent
What does ‘unequivocal’ mean?
Leaving no doubt; Unambiguous
‘Unequivocal’ is often used in legal and formal contexts to indicate clarity.
What is meant by ‘irrecoverable’?
Not able to be recovered or remedied
This term is often used in contexts such as loss or damage that cannot be repaired.
Define ‘spurious’.
Not being what it purports to be; false or fake
‘Spurious’ can refer to arguments, claims, or products that are misleading.
What does ‘ineluctable’ mean?
Unable to be resisted or avoided
‘Ineluctable’ is often used in philosophical discussions about fate or destiny.
What is the definition of ‘copious’?
Abundant in supply or quantity
‘Copious’ is frequently used to describe large amounts of data or resources.
What does ‘irreproachable’ mean?
Beyond criticism; faultless
‘Irreproachable’ is often used to describe someone’s character or conduct.
Define ‘amorphous’.
Without a clearly defined shape or form
‘Amorphous’ can describe physical objects or abstract concepts lacking clear boundaries.
What does ‘supplant’ mean?
Supersede and replace
‘Supplant’ is often used in contexts where one thing takes the place of another.
What does ‘intermediate’ refer to?
Coming between two things in time, place, character etc.
‘Intermediate’ can describe stages in a process or levels of difficulty.
What does it mean to ‘placate’ someone?
Make someone less angry and hostile
‘Placate’ is often used in conflict resolution contexts.
Define ‘coalesce’.
Come together to form a single mass or whole
‘Coalesce’ can refer to ideas, groups, or substances merging into one.
What does ‘ameliorate’ mean?
To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better
‘Ameliorate’ is often used in discussions about social issues and policies.
