SAT 8 Flashcards
What is a connoisseur?
An expert; one who is well qualified to pass critical judgments, especially in one of the fine arts
Connoisseurs often have a deep understanding and appreciation of the subject matter.
Define milieu.
Environment; setting
Milieu can refer to the social or cultural environment in which events occur.
What does arduous mean?
Hard to do, requiring much effort
Arduous tasks often involve significant physical or mental exertion.
What is a coterie?
A circle of acquaintances; a close-knit, often exclusive, group of people with a common interest
Coteries can form around various interests, such as art, literature, or hobbies.
What does awry mean?
Off course; twisted to one side
Awry can describe something that has gone wrong or is not as planned.
What does it mean to table something?
To remove from consideration; to postpone
In meetings, tabling a motion means to delay discussion on that topic.
What does asunder mean?
In separate parts; apart from each other in position
Asunder is often used in literary contexts to describe separation.
What does raze mean?
To tear down, destroy completely; to cut or scrape off or out
Razing can refer to demolishing buildings or erasing structures from existence.
Define blighted.
Damaged; destroyed; ruined
Blighted can refer to plants affected by disease or areas suffering from neglect.
What does aghast mean?
Horrified
Aghast describes a state of shock or fear in response to something unexpected.
What does harried mean?
To be troubled or bothered
Harried often describes a state of anxiety or stress due to being overwhelmed.
Define irascible.
Easily angered
Irascible individuals may display a quick temper or irritability.
What does congenial mean?
Getting on well with others; agreeable, pleasant
Congenial personalities tend to foster harmonious relationships.
What does boisterous mean?
Rough and noisy; to be rowdy
Boisterous behavior is often seen in lively gatherings or celebrations.
Define chimerical.
Absurd; wildly fantastic; impossible; far out; bizarre
Chimerical ideas are often impractical or unrealistic.
What is vertigo?
The sensation of dizziness
Vertigo can be caused by various medical conditions affecting balance.
What does fallacious mean?
False; misleading
Fallacious reasoning can lead to incorrect conclusions.
What is an impasse?
Dead end
An impasse can occur in negotiations or discussions when no agreement can be reached.
Define zeal.
Enthusiasm
Zeal often refers to the passion and dedication one has towards a cause or activity.
What does berate mean?
To scold sharply
Berating typically involves a harsh reprimand or criticism.
