SAT Word Prep List 4

A5-X201

objection

a statement of disagreement or disapproval.

suitor

someone who tries to win another person’s love or approval.

assimiliate

to absorb and become part of a group, culture, or system.

fond

having affection or liking for someone or something.

approbation

approval, praise, or official acceptance.

discourse

written or spoken communication, often serious discussion.

striking

very noticeable, impressive, or attention-grabbing.

idolize

to admire or love someone too much, almost like a hero.

amusement

entertainment, enjoyment, or something that makes you laugh.

reserve

to save for later; or to be quiet and not show feelings openly.

influx

a large arrival or flow of people, things, or ideas.

cross-site

involving more than one location, website, or site.

sort

to arrange into groups; also a type or kind.

haunted

troubled by memories, feelings, or ghosts.

portion

a part or share of something.

collapse

to fall down, break apart, or fail suddenly.

incorporate

to include or combine something into a larger whole.

conceive

to imagine, think of, or form an idea.

recruit

to find and bring in people to join a group or organization.

supplemental

added to provide extra help or information.

redundant

unnecessary because it repeats something already said or done.

numerical

related to numbers.

uneven

not level, equal, smooth, or consistent.

boost

to increase, improve, or raise something.

pedagogy

the method or practice of teaching.

prompt

to cause someone to act; also quick or on time.

mourn

to feel or show sadness after a loss.

canopy

a covering overhead, such as tree branches or fabric.

dire

extremely serious, urgent, or terrible.

lament

to express deep sadness or regret.

curb

to control, limit, or reduce something.

frenzy

wild excitement, panic, or uncontrolled activity.

plaint

an expression of sorrow or complaint.

categorize

to sort or place things into groups.

bear

to carry, support, or endure something.

grief

deep sadness, especially after a loss.

overlook

to fail to notice; or to look over from above.