ACT Reading Vocabulary

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Solemn (adjective)

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Formal and dignified; serious.

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Adhere (verb)

Back

Stick completely to a surface or substance; believe in and follow the practices of.

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Dismay (verb)

Back

Consternation and distress, typically that caused by something unexpected.

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Aloof (adjective)

Back

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

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Mere (adjective)

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Used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is.

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Empathy (noun)

Back

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

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Ambiguous (adjective)

Back

Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

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Candid (adjective)

Back

Truthful and straightforward; frank.

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Eloquent (adjective)

Back

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

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Frivolous (adjective)

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Not having any serious purpose or value.