Ssat Upper (1) Flashcards
Acclaim
Praise enthusiastically and publicly
Disuse
The state of not being used
Affluent
Having a great deal of money; (of water) flowing freely or in great quantity
Docile
Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive
Allege
(of an incident or a person) said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or undesirable quality.
Endorse
Declare one’s public approval or support of
Aloof
Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant
Epoch
a period of time in history or a person’s life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics
Ambition
a strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work
Equilibrium
a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced
Appease
pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands
Evade
escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery
Appraise
assess the value or quality of
Exemplify
be a typical example of
Arrogant
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance or abilities
Expenditure
the action of spending funds
Asset
a useful or valuable thing, person, or quality
Extravagant
lacking restraint in spending money or using resources
Audacious
showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks; lack of respect
Facilitate
make (an action or process) easy or easier
Augment
make (something) greater by adding to it; increase
Fastidious
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail; concerned for cleanliness
Banter
the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks
Fortify
provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.
add spirits to (wine) to make port, sherry, or a similar drink