SAT VOCABULARY - SHEET 1 - FIRST BATCH - 1-15

What does it mean to speculate?

• To form a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.

• To make a decision based on solid evidence.

• To analyze data and draw conclusions.

• To ignore facts and rely on intuition.

Define the term impartial.

• Impartial means unbiased and fair, treating all sides equally.

• Impartial means having a strong opinion on one side.

• Impartial refers to being indifferent and uninterested.

• Impartial is the act of favoring one party over another.

What is the meaning of persistent?

• Temporary and fleeting

• Not able to be sustained

• Continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

• Occasionally appearing

Explain the word offhand.

• Offhand means done with great care and attention.

• Offhand means done casually or without preparation.

• Offhand is a term used to describe something that is planned in advance.

• Offhand refers to a formal and structured approach.

What does it mean to circumvent something?

• To ignore an obstacle completely.

• To create a new rule.

• To find a way around an obstacle or rule.

• To strengthen an existing rule.

Define the term eclipse in a general context.

• An eclipse occurs when two planets collide in space.

• An eclipse is the process of a star being born in a nebula.

• An eclipse is a type of solar flare that emits radiation.

• An eclipse is the phenomenon where one celestial body obscures another, blocking light.

What does it mean to fabricate a story?

• To tell a true story based on real events.

• To summarize a factual account of an event.

• To create a false narrative or lie.

• To exaggerate details for dramatic effect.

How would you exemplify a concept?

• List unrelated concepts without context.

• Use a vague description without examples.

• Provide a specific instance or case that illustrates the idea clearly.

• Provide a definition instead of an illustration.

What does discernible mean?

• Capable of being perceived or recognized.

• Difficult to understand or interpret.

• Completely obvious and clear.

• Not able to be seen or heard.

What does inconclusive refer to?

• Providing a definitive answer.

• Not leading to a definite conclusion.

• Confirming a hypothesis.

• Leading to a clear conclusion.