SSAT Vocab Flashcards
Defamation
refers to harming another’s reputation; Slander
Domineering
Describes someone who is excessively controlling or authoritative; overbearing
Veer
To change direction suddenly
imperturbable
unable to be upset or excited; calm
Mellow
Calm
Reprimand
Scold
Covet
Desire
Ajar
Open
Prowess
Skill or ability; Talent
Peevish
Easily annoyed or angered; irritable
Ravenous
Hungry
Impervious
Impenetrable
Impertinent
Rude
Extraneous
Irrelevant
inherent
existing in something as a permanent, essential or characteristic attribute
Roundabout
Not going straight to the point; indirect
Circumspect
Careful
Trite
Overused
Impetus
the force that makes something happen or happen more quickly; Motivation
Pervasive
spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people; widespread; ubiquitous
Indecorous
Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper
Imperil
To put at risk of being harmed; endanger
Docile
ready to accept control or instruction; submissive.
Droll
curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement.
Sedate
calm, dignified, and unhurried; Placid
Emanate
(of something abstract but perceptible) issue or spread out from (a source).
Reproach
Blame
Impartial
unbiased
Apathy
Lack of caring; disinterest
Placate
Soothe
Congenial
Friendly
Shrewd
Clever
Insinuate
suggest or hint (something bad or reprehensible) in an indirect and unpleasant way; imply
Depreciate
diminish in value over a period of time.
Inept
having or showing no skill; clumsy; incompetent
Sublime
of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe; glorious
lustrous
having luster; shining; luminous
Indelible
Describes something that can not be erased; permanent
Opaque
not able to be seen through; not transparent; frosty
Indifferent
having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned; nonchalant
Uncouth
having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned; vulgar
Avert
Prevent
Arbitrate
Decide
Reprimand
a rebuke, especially an official one; scold
Corroborate
confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).
Hubbub
a chaotic din caused by a crowd of people; Ruckus
Instigate
bring about or initiate (an action or event).
Encumber
restrict or burden (someone or something) in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.
Flamboyant
(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness.
Callow
(of a young person) inexperienced and immature.
Qualm
an uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one’s own conduct; a misgiving.
Acumen
the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.
Covert
not openly acknowledged or displayed.
Idiosyncrasy
a mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual.
Transgression
an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.
Vaunt
boast about or praise (something), especially excessively.
Haughty
arrogantly superior and disdainful.
Maven
an expert or connoisseur.
Bestride
stand astride over; span or straddle. (Astride: with a leg on each side of.)
Edifice
a building, especially a large, imposing one.
Ruminate
think deeply about something.
Epoch
a period of time in history or a person’s life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.
Swagger
walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way.
Incumbent
necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.
Sovereign
a supreme ruler, especially a monarch.
Wayfarer
a person who travels on foot.
Castigate
reprimand (someone) severely.
err
be mistaken or incorrect; make a mistake.
Spurn
reject with disdain or contempt.
Affluent
(especially of a group or area) having a great deal of money; wealthy.
Drudgery
hard menial or dull work.
Alibi
a claim or piece of evidence that one was elsewhere when an act, especially a criminal one, is alleged to have taken place.
Exonerate
(especially of an official body) absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing, especially after due consideration of the case.
Voracious
wanting or devouring great quantities of food. OR having a very eager approach to an activity.
Steadfast
being firmly loyal, unwavering, or resolute.
Debacle
a sudden and complete failure, disaster, or breakdown
Blithe
It describes someone who is cheerful, lighthearted, or unconcerned in a positive way with lacking concern
Beseech
ask (someone) urgently and fervently to do something; implore; entreat.
Implore
beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
Breadth
the distance or measurement from side to side of something; width.
Dauntless
showing fearlessness and determination.
Rueful
expressing sorrow or regret, especially when in a slightly humorous way.
Cogent
(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.
Potable
(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.
Incessant
(of something regarded as unpleasant) continuing without pause or interruption.
Subversive
seeking or intended to subvert an established system or institution.
(Subvert: undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution))
Nuance
a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
Digression
a temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.
Taciturn
(of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.
Facetious
treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant.
Candid
truthful and straightforward; frank.
Abase
To lower, demean, degrade
Abate
To lessen, to reduce in severity
Rankle
(of a comment, event, or fact) cause annoyance or resentment that persists.
Scornful
Commendable
Anode
dismissive
Resentful
Lucrative
Dell
Turbulent
