SAT Word List 1 Flashcards
Abhor
Hate: despise, love
Abrasive
Harsh: annoying, calm
Bigot
Narrow-minded, racist, tolerator
Bilk
Cheat: con, honesty
Counterfeit
Fake/false: phony, authentic
Covert
Hidden: secret, obvious
Enfranchise
Provide voting rights: unbind, confine
Engender
Cause: arouse, prevent
Hamper
Hinder/obstruct: block, help
Hangar
Storage area: shelter, field
Kindle
Start a fire: ignite, diminish
Knotty
Complex: troublesome, simple
Noxious
Harmful: destructive, harmless
Nuance
Subtle: hint, obvious
Placid
Calm: easygoing, busy
Plagiarism
Taking credit for someone’s ideas: copy, original
Remuneration
Payment for work done: compensation, nonpayment
Renown
Fame: celebrity, anonymity
Talisman
Lucky charm: juju, jinx
Tangent
Off main subject: rant, focused