J-L Words SSAT Upper Level Vocabulary

Jaunt

a short excursion or journey made for pleasure or leisure; a casual walk taken for relaxation and enjoyment

Jettison

to discard or cast off something, especially something that is no longer useful or necessary; to throw overboard from a ship or aircraft to make it lighter.

Juxtapose

to place side by side or close together, especially to compare or contrast

Knell

a solemn sound of a bell, especially for a death; an event that marks the end of something; to ring a bell solemnly

Labyrinth

a complex maze or arrangement; intricate and confusing; difficult to navigate or understand

Laceration

a deep cut or tear in the skin; a jagged wound; to tear or wound deeply

Laconic

using few words; concise; often perceived as rude or mysterious due to brevity

Lampoon

a sharp, satirical attack; ridiculing imitation, mocking criticism; to ridicule or satirize

Languor

a feeling of laziness or weariness; a dreamy, lazy mood; lack of energy or enthusiasm

Largesse

Generosity; liberal giving; philanthropy; money or gifts given in abundance

Latent

existing but not yet developed; dormant; hidden or concealed; potential but not yet activated

Laud

to praise highly; to extol; to commend enthusiastically; to honor or acclaim

Levy

an imposition or collection of a tax, fee, or fine; to impose or collect a tax or free, or raise

Linchpin

a vital element; central or e