SAT Vocab "bc

Question 1

bazaar

Answer 1

a market selling a large variety of goods
The local bazaar was bustling with vendors selling spices, textiles, and handmade crafts.

Question 2

bias

Answer 2

an unfair personal opinion that influences your judgment
The judge was recused from the case due to a potential bias in favor of the defendant.

Question 3

bluster

Answer 3

talk intended to seem important or threatening but which is not taken seriously and has little
Despite his bluster, everyone knew he was actually quite nervous about the presentation.

Question 4

boast

Answer 4

to brag, to show off
She couldn’t help but boast about her new promotion at work.

Question 5

brevity

Answer 5

concise use of words in writing or speech
The professor appreciated the brevity of the student’s essay, as it was concise and to the point.

Question 6

broach

Answer 6

to bring up a difficulty subject for discussion
She decided to broach the topic of salary increase with her boss.

Question 7

burden

Answer 7

a difficulty, problem, or responsibility
Carrying the burden of responsibility, he worked day and night to support his family.

Question 8

calibrate

Answer 8

to carefully measure or adjust 375. potent
The technician had to calibrate the instruments before starting the experiment.

Question 9

candor

Answer 9

honesty
Her candor was refreshing in an industry full of deceit.

Question 10

cleave

Answer 10

to cut or split into at least two parts
The woodworker used a sharp tool to cleave the log in two.

Question 11

clout

Answer 11

power and influence (especially in politics or business)
The politician’s clout helped him secure the votes needed to pass the bill.

Question 12

coarse

Answer 12

1) rough, not smooth 2) rude or offensive in manner or speech
The coarse fabric of the old blanket felt rough against her skin.

Question 13

coerce

Answer 13

to pressure or force someone to do something
The company tried to coerce employees into working overtime without pay.

Question 14

colloquial

Answer 14

used in casual conversation
They enjoyed colloquial banter that only close friends would understand.

Question 15

compel

Answer 15

to force someone to do something
The new law will compel companies to reduce carbon emissions.

Question 16

competent

Answer 16

having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully
With years of experience, she was highly competent in her field.

Question 17

complacent

Answer 17

overly satisfied or pleased with oneself
His complacent attitude toward his health worried his doctor.

Question 18

complement (verb)

Answer 18

to add to (something) in a way that enhances or completes it
Her skills complemented his experience, making them a perfect team.

Question 19

comprise

Answer 19

to consist of or to be made up of
The committee comprises experts from various fields.

Question 20

concede

Answer 20

admit that something is true after first denying it
He finally conceded that he had been wrong about the merger.

Question 21

conceive

Answer 21

to form or create a plan or idea
The artist conceived a brilliant idea for his next project.

Question 22

conception

Answer 22

1) origin or beginning 2) an idea or concept
From the conception of the plan to its execution, everything went smoothly.

Question 23

conducive

Answer 23

providing the right conditions for something to happen or exist; to help bring about
The quiet room was conducive to studying for the exam.

Question 24

confinement

Answer 24

imprisonment, captivity
His confinement in the small cell felt endless and oppressive.

Question 25

conflate

Answer 25

to mix or combine into one (typically ideas)
The professor’s lecture conflated different historical events into a single narrative.

Question 26

conform

Answer 26

to behave according to an expectation or rule
She tried to conform to the new culture while retaining her own identity.

Question 27

confound

Answer 27

to cause surprise or confusion in someone
The rainy weather could thwart their hiking plans.

Question 28

conjecture

Answer 28

an opinion or conclusion that is unproven, a guess
The decision to implement the new policy was made at the discretion of the manager.

Question 29

consensus

Answer 29

general agreement
His expulsion from the university was a result of repeated misconduct.

Question 30

consolidate

Answer 30

1) strengthen 2) combine or unite
The painting depicted a serene pastoral scene, capturing the idyllic life of the countryside.

Question 31

constitute

Answer 31

to be the parts that form something
She felt an inexorable pull towards the ocean, as if it called to her soul.

Question 32

construe

Answer 32

to interpret in a particular way
His lament for the lost opportunities was evident in his melancholic expressions.

Question 33

consummate (adj

Answer 33

complete or perfect, having a high degree of skill
The child had an innate ability to play the piano beautifully.

Question 34

contemplate

Answer 34

to think about for a long time
The teacher’s meticulous notes helped the students understand complex topics.

Question 35

contend

Answer 35

1) to deal with someone or something 2) to claim or state a belief confidently
The instructions were clear and unambiguous, leaving no room for confusion.

Question 36

content

Answer 36

satisfied
He used his notoriety to draw attention to important social issues.

Question 37

continuum

Answer 37

a continuous sequence; a range
The patient’s prognosis improved significantly after the new treatment.

Question 38

contradiction

Answer 38

a combination of statements or ideas that are opposed to one another; inconsistency
The revolutionary product was hailed as an innovation in technology.

Question 39

conventional

Answer 39

traditional, accepted, mainstream, standard
The soldiers showed unwavering loyalty to their commander.

Question 40

convey

Answer 40

to make (an idea or feeling) known or understandable to someone; to communicate
The novelty of the new gadget wore off after a few weeks.

Question 41

convoke

Answer 41

to summon, to call together
The book offered a nuanced view of the political landscape.

Question 42

convulsion

Answer 42

a sudden, violent, irregular movement of the body
His pensive look indicated deep contemplation about his future.

Question 43

corroborate

Answer 43

to confirm, to verify
The artist’s avant-garde style set her apart from her contemporaries.

Question 44

credibility

Answer 44

believability, authority
The child’s rambunctious behavior often disrupted the classroom.

Question 45

crux

Answer 45

the essence, the main point
The clandestine meeting was held under the cover of darkness.

Question 46

cultivate

Answer 46

to grow, to develop
His sagacious advice helped the company avoid a major financial disaster.