Vocab SAT Flashcards
1
Q
Abortive
Adj
A
Failing to accomplish an intended action or purpose
- failing
- vain
2
Q
Absurd
Adj
A
Contrary to reason
- foolish
- ridiculous
3
Q
Bedlam
Noun
A
A state or scene of uproar and confusion
- confusion
- chaos
4
Q
Belie
Verb
A
Contradict
Given a false impression
- controvert
- confute
5
Q
Cacophony
Noun
A
Harsh sounding
•noice
•discord
6
Q
Callous (adj)
A
Emotionally hardened
- heartless
- unfeeling
7
Q
Debilitate (v)
A
To make weak
- Drain
- Fatigue
8
Q
Debutante (noun)
A
Young woman who has just made her formal entrance into society
• quince
9
Q
Edifice (noun)
A
A building, or structure
•Construction
10
Q
Eclectic (adj)
A
Selective in choosing from a variety of sources
11
Q
Fabricate (v)
A
To make, manufacturing, and to make up.
•Produce
11
Q
Gamut
A
An entire range
•spectrum
12
Q
Hamper
A
•obstruct
13
Q
Iconoclast
A
One who attacks, seeks to overthrow popular, traditional beliefs
•Rebel
14
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Ignominious
A
quality or conduct deserving disgrace
•shameful
