Kartlar: Comparison & Contrast Vocabulary, 1. Reading: Craft and Structure, SAT Reading and Writing | Quizlet

aberration

something that differs significantly from what is normal or expected

Accordingly

(adv.) In a way that is appropriate to the situation; as a result.

adroit

(adj.) skillful and resourceful, especially with the hands or mind.

Affect

to take on or assume; as an adjective, 'affected' means behaving in an unnatural or pretentious way

alacrity

(n.) enthusiasm and eagerness in responding or doing something quickly.

alimentary

Related to nourishment, nutrition, or the process of providing food.

amorous

(adj.) expressing love or desire, especially romantic or sexual feelings.

anomalous

adj. Deviating from what is normal, standard, or expected. ("The scientist noted an anomalous result in the experiment.")

appopriate (v.)

(v.) to take something, often without permission or unfairly

appropriate

To take or use something, often without permission.

approximation

noun. A value or estimate that is nearly but not exactly correct. ("The approximation of the building's height was around 50 feet.")

arable

Suitable for growing crops; fit for plowing and farming.

arrogate

(v.) to take or claim something without having the right to do so.

beneficially

adv. In a way that produces positive or helpful results. ("The changes were implemented beneficially for all employees.")

beyond

(prep, adv) Farther away than something; outside or after a stated limit or boundary.

boon

(n.) a helpful gift or blessing. Example: The good weather has been a boon for beach businesses.

canny

(adj.) Clever, shrewd, and careful in making decisions.

captivate

(v.) To attract and hold someone's attention completely.

catalog

1. (v.) To list or record systematically. 2. (n.) A collection or organized list of items.

chary

cautious or careful; hesitant to take risks.

circumspect

acting with careful consideration and caution.

circumvent

(v.) to find a way around a rule or obstacle, often cleverly or deceitfully.

compelling

(adj.) attracting strong interest or attention; forceful and convincing.

compensate

(v.) to make an appropriate payment or action to make up for a loss or damage. Example: Reginald bought Sharona a new dress after spilling ice cream on hers to compensate her.

consent (n.)

Permission or agreement to do something.

conspicuous

adj. Easily seen or attracting attention. ("Her bright red dress was conspicuous in the crowd.")

convivial

cheerful and sociable, especially enjoying festive gatherings or lively company.

criteria

(n.) standards or rules used to judge something (Among Mrs. Fields's criteria for good cookies are that they be moist and chewy.)

cupidity

(n.) intense greed or strong desire (His cupidity made him enter the abandoned gold mine despite clear dangers.)

debauch

(v.) to corrupt morally, especially with pleasure (An endless supply of wine and cheese debauched the traveler.)

decent

(a) acceptable or good in quality or behavior; also means properly clothed.

deliberate

(adj.) done on purpose; involving careful thought (Though upset, Mary acted with deliberate care to resolve the dispute.)

depravity

(n.) extreme moral corruption or wickedness (Rumors of the ogre’s depravity made children afraid of the forest.)

dichotomy

noun. A clear division between two opposite or contrasting things. ("The novel explores the dichotomy between good and evil.")

eclectic

(adj.) diverse or made up of various elements (The bar attracts an eclectic crowd: lawyers, artists, clowns, and bankers.)

emphatic

(adj) expressed or done with strong emphasis, leaving no doubt.

entail

(v.) to include or involve as a necessary step. (Building a new fence entails removing the old one.)

exasperate

(v.) to greatly irritate, annoy, or anger someone.

exuberant

Full of energy, vitality, and good spirits.

fabricate

(v.) to invent or make up, often with the intention to deceive. (I fabricated an excuse about my car breaking down when I was late.)

foster

(v.) to encourage, promote, or support the growth or development of something. (To foster good health in the city, the mayor started a "Get out and exercise!" campaign.)

heedful

paying close attention; being watchful or careful.

implicate

(v.) to show someone is involved in a crime or wrongdoing; incriminate. (Even though Tom wasn't present at the time of the shooting, he was implicated by the evidence suggesting that he had supplied the shooters with guns.)

inadvertently

(adv.) unintentionally; without deliberate planning or by accident.

inconspicuousness

noun. The quality of not attracting attention or easily being seen. ("The spy relied on his inconspicuousness to blend into the crowd.")

Indeed (adv)

truly, certainly; used to emphasize that something is correct or true.

indiscriminate

(adj.) done at random or without careful choice; lacking selectivity.

inextricable

(adj.) impossible to separate or untangle (Without the answer key, I can't solve this inextricable problem.)

insinuate

(v.) to hint at something unpleasant in an indirect or subtle way.

instigate

(v.) to provoke or stir up an action, especially something negative like trouble or violence.

invective

(n.) harsh or abusive language; a strong verbal attack.

involuntarily

adv. Done without conscious control. ("She involuntarily gasped at the shocking news.")

jubilant

(adj.) very joyful or triumphant; feeling or expressing great happiness.

justification (n.)

A valid reason or explanation for something.

juxtapose

verb. To place side by side to highlight differences. ("The artist juxtaposed dark colors with bright ones to create contrast.")

manipulation (n.)

Controlling or influencing someone or something, usually in a dishonest way.

meticulous

showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

mundane

Ordinary, common, or lacking excitement; routine.

obtrusive

adj. Noticeable in an unwelcome or intrusive way. ("His loud behavior was obtrusive in the quiet library.")

ostensible

(adj.) stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so. Example: Jack's ostensible reason for driving was avoiding airfare.

ostensibly

adv. Apparently or seemingly, but perhaps not actually. ("She was ostensibly on a business trip, but she was actually on vacation.")

patent

(adj.) obvious; easily seen or understood; clear.

pernicious

Highly harmful or destructive, often in a subtle or gradual way.

perspicacity

(n.) keen insight or shrewdness. Example: The detective’s perspicacity led to his success.

perusal

(n.) careful examination or review. Example: He accepted the role after a two-month perusal of the script.

platitude

A dull, obvious remark presented as if it were original; a trite statement.

ponderous

(adj.) heavy or awkward; slow and dull, often uninteresting.

predominantly (adv.)

for the most part; mainly

prosaic

Dull or ordinary; lacking imagination or excitement.

prudence

(n.) careful and wise judgment that avoids unnecessary risks; caution.

prudent

(adj.) wise and careful in making decisions; showing good judgment.

punitive

(adj.) intended as punishment or involving punishment.

rational (adj.)

1. based on reason and logic, not emotions 2. able to think clearly using logic

reclusive

(adj.) tending to avoid others; living in seclusion or solitude.

resplendent

(adj.) shining brightly or glowing. Example: The guests were resplendent in diamonds and elegant clothes.

salient

(adj.) most noticeable, important, or prominent. Example: A salient difference between the friends is their height.

salve

(n.) a soothing ointment used to heal skin or reduce pain. Example: The salve helped ease his sunburn discomfort.

savory

having a pleasant taste or smell; appetizing.

serendipity

(n.) the occurrence of fortunate events by chance; luck. Example: Paula found a $20 bill in the subway by serendipity.

sloppy

More liquid than it should be; careless or lacking effort; overly sentimental in a silly or embarrassing way.

smoothly

adv. Without problems, interruptions, or difficulties. ("The event ran smoothly from start to finish.")

solipsistic

(adj.) believing only oneself exists or matters. Example: Colette's solipsistic attitude ignored the plight of the homeless.

splash

(v) for liquid to fall or hit with force, or to make it do so; to move around in water making noise; to display prominently. (n) a small amount of liquid dropped; the sound of water; something very noticeable.

stance

(n) a publicly stated opinion or viewpoint

a way of standing

strenuously

adv. With great effort, energy, or force. ("She strenuously opposed the new policy.")

subtle

(a) not obvious, loud, or easily noticed; delicate or understated in effect. Can also mean something small yet significant, or achieved in a clever and quiet way.

succinct

(adj.) brief and clearly expressed; concise (The governor's succinct speech energized the crowd, while the mayor rambled.)

syntax

the arrangement of words and phrases to create sentences.

systematic

adj. Done according to a fixed plan; methodical and organized. ("His approach to problem-solving was systematic.")

tedious

(adj.) boring due to being long, slow, or repetitive.

terrestrial

(adj.) related to or occurring on land.

thoroughly

(adv) completely and carefully; in a detailed manner.

thus

(adv) as a result; in this way.

trespass

(v) to enter someone's land or building without permission

(OLD) to do something morally unacceptable

vehemently

(adv.) with strong emotion or passion. Example: The candidate vehemently opposed the proposed funding cuts.

virtually (adv.)

almost or nearly; nearly entirely

vivid

adj. Producing strong, clear images in the mind; intensely bright or lifelike. ("She had a vivid imagination.")

wary

being cautious or on guard against danger or risk.

yield

verb. To produce a result or give way to pressure. ("The experiment yielded promising results.")

odious

loathsome; evil; revolting in a disgusting way