SAT Vocab 4

Question 1

ambivalent

Answer 1

characterized by a mixture of opposite feelings or attitudes

Question 2

concur

Answer 2

to agree or be of the same opinion

Question 3

culmination

Answer 3

the final, highest or conclusive point, the end climax

Question 4

cynical

Answer 4

always skeptical of the motives of others; distrustful of human nature

Question 5

demagogue

Answer 5

a leader who appeals to the passions and prejudices of his audience

Question 6

demure

Answer 6

affectedly shy, modest, or reserved

Question 7

destitute

Answer 7

poverty-stricken, extremely poor

Question 8

dilemma

Answer 8

a situation in which a choice between opposing modes conduct is necessary

Question 9

erudite

Answer 9

characterized by book smarts and extensive knowledge

Question 10

abate

Answer 10

to reduce in amount or to make less

Question 11

intrepid

Answer 11

fearless; bold

Question 12

abhor

Answer 12

to regard with loathing; hate

Question 13

austere

Answer 13

severe or stern in disposition or appearance; harshly unadorned and simple

Question 14

decorum

Answer 14

appropriate behavior, speech or conduct

Question 15

dole

Answer 15

a portion of money or food given in charity; to give out in small portions

Question 16

droll

Answer 16

amusingly odd or comical

Question 17

duplicity

Answer 17

double-dealing

Question 18

effigy

Answer 18

a likeness or image, especially of a person

Question 19

extrovert

Answer 19

one who is outgoing and energized by social interaction with others

Question 20

gamut

Answer 20

the whole range or sequence