SAT Terms 4

Question 1

bolster (v.)

Answer 1

(1) to add extra strength or support (2) a long pillow

Question 2

autonomous (adj.)

Answer 2

having the freedom to act independently; self-governing

Question 3

austere (adj.)

Answer 3

strict in attitude or manner; stern or harsh

Question 4

astute (adj.)

Answer 4

quick-witted; having the ability to assess situations (or people) and use it to one’s advantage

Question 5

ascetic (adj.)

Answer 5

severe self-discipline, typically in relation to religion; austere

Question 6

archaic (adj.)

Answer 6

outdated

Question 7

artisan (n.)

Answer 7

a skilled worker or craftsman

Question 8

ascendancy (n.)

Answer 8

dominance or supremacy due to influence or power

Question 9

appease (v.)

Answer 9

to conciliate or make peace

Question 10

apathy (n.)

Answer 10

lack of interest, enthusiasm or concern; detachment

Question 11

antiquated (adj.)

Answer 11

old-fashioned; archaic

Question 12

articulate (adj.)

Answer 12

having the ability to speak coherently and fluently

Question 13

analogous (adj.)

Answer 13

comparable in certain respect; parallel or corresponding

Question 14

abridge (v.)

Answer 14

to shorten a story or text via fewer words; summarize

Question 15

abstemious (adj.)

Answer 15

indulging only moderately in something; austere or restrained

Question 16

abstruse (adj.)

Answer 16

difficult to understand; obscure or esoteric

Question 17

esoteric (adj.)

Answer 17

intended to be understood by a small number of persons with specialized knowledge; obscure

Question 18

enigma (n.)

Answer 18

a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand; conundrum

Question 19

adulation (n.)

Answer 19

excessive admiration or praise; hero-worship