--- title: "SAT & ACT Vocabulary Flashcards: 306 Words | Elite Prep" description: "Study all 306 must-know SAT and ACT vocabulary words as free flashcards — tap a card to reveal the definition, or print cut-out cards to take with you." url: "https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/" image: "https://eliteprep.com/og/tool/en/vocabulary-flashcards.png" language: "en" source: "eliteprep build" --- # SAT & ACT Vocabulary Flashcards Every one of the 306 words on our SAT and ACT vocabulary list, split into sixteen sets of about twenty. Work through one set at a time: read the word, say the definition to yourself, then open the card to check. Nothing here needs an account, an app or a login, and the whole page works offline once it has loaded. Select a card to reveal its definition. Each set contains approximately twenty words, suitable for a single study session. Hide cards I know Progress is not saved; reloading the page clears it. ## Set 1 · Abhor – Amiable [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Abhor Verb** To regard with disgust and hatred. **Synonyms** Detest **Antonyms** Admire She abhors violence and prefers peaceful solutions. Known **Abrasive Adj.** Showing little concern for others; harsh. **Synonyms** Harsh **Antonyms** Gentle His abrasive remarks alienated his coworkers. Known **Abrupt Adj.** Sudden or unexpected; brief and curt in manner. **Synonyms** Sudden **Antonyms** Gradual His abrupt departure left everyone shocked and confused. Known **Absolve Verb** To free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility. **Synonyms** Exonerate **Antonyms** Condemn The jury absolved her of all wrongdoing. Known **Abstain Verb** To restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something. **Synonyms** Refrain **Antonyms** Indulge He abstained from eating dessert to maintain his diet. Known **Abundance Noun** A large quantity of something; more than enough. **Synonyms** Plenty **Antonyms** Scarcity The region is known for its abundance of natural resources. Known **Abundant Adj.** Existing or available in large quantities. **Synonyms** Plentiful **Antonyms** Scarce The region is known for its abundant natural resources. Known **Accentuate Verb** To emphasize or highlight. **Synonyms** Highlight **Antonyms** Downplay The design accentuates the modern features of the building. Known **Accessible Adj.** Easy to approach or reach; capable of being used or understood. **Synonyms** Reachable **Antonyms** Inaccessible The new website is much more accessible than the old one. Known **Adamant Adj.** Refusing to be persuaded or change one’s mind. **Synonyms** Unyielding **Antonyms** Flexible She was adamant about finishing the project on time, despite obstacles. Known **Adept Adj.** Very skilled or proficient at something. **Synonyms** Skilled **Antonyms** Inept He is adept at solving complex math problems. Known **Adhere Verb** To stick firmly to a surface or to follow a set of rules or beliefs. **Synonyms** Stick **Antonyms** Detach, Disobey The paint adheres well to the wood surface. The artist chose to adhere strictly to the classical style of painting. Known **Admonish Verb** To warn or reprimand someone firmly. **Synonyms** Reprimand **Antonyms** Praise The teacher admonished the students for not completing their homework. Known **Affable Adj.** Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to. **Synonyms** Friendly **Antonyms** Rude His affable demeanor made him popular among his peers. Known **Affirm Verb** To state as a fact; to declare strongly. **Synonyms** Assert **Antonyms** Deny The witness affirmed that she saw the suspect at the scene. Known **Agitate Verb** To stir or disturb emotionally or physically. **Synonyms** Upset **Antonyms** Calm The loud noises agitated the baby, causing her to cry. Known **Alternating Adj.** Occurring in turns or rotation; switching back and forth between different states or actions. **Synonyms** Rotating **Antonyms** Consistent The alternating patterns of light and dark made the room feel dynamic. Known **Ambiguous Adj.** Open to more than one interpretation; unclear. **Synonyms** Unclear **Antonyms** Clear The politician’s ambiguous statement left voters confused. Known **Ambivalent Adj.** Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something. **Synonyms** Conflicted **Antonyms** Certain She felt ambivalent about moving to a new city—excited but also apprehensive. Known **Amiable Adj.** Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner. **Synonyms** Pleasant **Antonyms** Hostile Her amiable personality made her well-liked by everyone. Known of 20 still to learn ## Set 2 · Amplify – Capitulate [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Amplify Verb** To increase the volume or intensity of something. **Synonyms** Magnify **Antonyms** Diminish The speaker amplified his voice to address the large crowd. Known **Animosity Noun** Strong hostility or dislike. **Synonyms** Hostility **Antonyms** Friendship There was clear animosity between the rival teams. Known **Annotate Verb** To add explanatory notes or comments to a text or diagram. **Synonyms** Comment **Antonyms** Ignore The teacher asked us to annotate the passage with notes about its themes. Known **Approximate Adj./Verb** Close to the actual, but not completely accurate or exact. **Synonyms** Estimate **Antonyms** Exact The approximate distance between the two cities is 200 miles. Known **Ardent Adj.** Enthusiastic or passionate. **Synonyms** Passionate **Antonyms** Indifferent She was an ardent supporter of the environmental movement. Known **Arouse Verb** To awaken or stimulate a feeling or response; to provoke. **Synonyms** Stimulate **Antonyms** Calm The announcement aroused a sense of excitement in the audience. Known **Articulate Verb** To express an idea or feeling clearly. **Synonyms** Expressive **Antonyms** Mumble The professor articulated his ideas with precision and clarity. Known **Ascertain Verb** To find out for certain. **Synonyms** Determine **Antonyms** Assume The detective worked to ascertain the facts of the case. Known **Assert Verb** To state or declare something confidently or forcefully. **Synonyms** Declare **Antonyms** Doubt He asserted his innocence in the face of the accusations. Known **Atypical Adj.** Not typical; unusual or uncommon. **Synonyms** Unusual **Antonyms** Typical The artist’s work was considered atypical for its time, breaking conventional norms. Known **Audacious Adj.** Bold, daring, or showing a lack of respect. **Synonyms** Bold **Antonyms** Cautious His audacious plan to climb the mountain without gear shocked everyone. Known **Augment Verb** To make something greater by adding to it. **Synonyms** Enhance **Antonyms** Reduce She took on a second job to augment her income. Known **Austere Adj.** Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance. **Synonyms** Stern **Antonyms** Luxurious The monk’s austere lifestyle contrasted with the lavish surroundings. Known **Benevolent Adj.** Well-meaning and kind. **Synonyms** Kind **Antonyms** Malevolent Her benevolent gestures earned her the admiration of the community. Known **Bolster Verb** To support or strengthen. **Synonyms** Support **Antonyms** Weaken The coach’s pep talk bolstered the team’s morale. Known **Bombastic Adj.** High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated. **Synonyms** Pretentious **Antonyms** Concise His bombastic speech failed to convey a clear message. Known **Brash Adj.** Self-assertive in a rude or overbearing way. **Synonyms** Impulsive **Antonyms** Reserved His brash behavior alienated potential allies. Known **Buttress Noun/Verb** A structure built to support or reinforce a wall or building; to support or strengthen something. **Synonyms** Strengthen **Antonyms** Undermine The church’s walls were buttressed with large stone supports. Known **Candid Adj.** Truthful and straightforward. **Synonyms** Honest **Antonyms** Deceptive She gave a candid assessment of her colleague's performance. Known **Capitulate Verb** To cease to resist an opponent or surrender. **Synonyms** Surrender **Antonyms** Resist The enemy was forced to capitulate after weeks of siege. Known of 20 still to learn ## Set 3 · Catastrophic – Convey [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Catastrophic Adj.** Involving or causing great damage or disaster. **Synonyms** Disastrous **Antonyms** Beneficial The earthquake had catastrophic consequences for the local population. Known **Circumvent Verb** To find a way around an obstacle or restriction; to avoid by cleverness. **Synonyms** Avoid **Antonyms** Confront The company tried to circumvent the new regulations by finding loopholes. Known **Coerce Verb** To persuade someone forcefully to do something. **Synonyms** Compel **Antonyms** Allow They coerced the witness into giving false testimony. Known **Cognitive Adj.** Relating to the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning. **Synonyms** Mental **Antonyms** Physical Cognitive development is essential for young children as they learn new skills. Known **Cognizant Adj.** Having knowledge or awareness. **Synonyms** Aware **Antonyms** Ignorant He is fully cognizant of the risks involved in this venture. Known **Commercialize Verb** To manage or exploit something for financial gain; to turn into a commercial product or activity. **Synonyms** Market **Antonyms** Decommercialize The company plans to commercialize its new technology by next year. Known **Complementary Adj.** Combining in such a way as to enhance or complete something. **Synonyms** Harmonious **Antonyms** Dissimilar Their talents were complementary, making them an ideal team. Known **Compose Verb** To create or form something, especially in writing or music; to arrange parts into a whole. **Synonyms** Create **Antonyms** Destroy She composed a beautiful symphony that was performed worldwide. Known **Conceal Verb** To hide or keep something out of sight. **Synonyms** Hide **Antonyms** Reveal He tried to conceal his disappointment, but it was obvious. Known **Concede Verb** To admit or acknowledge something, often reluctantly or after initial resistance. **Synonyms** Admit **Antonyms** Deny After much debate, he conceded that his opponent had a stronger argument. Known **Conceptualize Verb** To form a concept or idea of something in one’s mind. **Synonyms** Imagine **Antonyms** Confuse She conceptualized a new business model that revolutionized the industry. Known **Concise Adj.** Brief but comprehensive. **Synonyms** Brief **Antonyms** Lengthy Her presentation was concise and straight to the point. Known **Configure Verb** To arrange or set up something in a particular way. **Synonyms** Arrange **Antonyms** Disorganize You need to configure the software settings before use. Known **Consult Verb** To seek advice or information from someone or something. **Synonyms** Advise **Antonyms** Ignore He consulted with his lawyer before making the final decision. Known **Consume Verb** To use up or destroy something; to eat or drink something. **Synonyms** Devour **Antonyms** Conserve They consumed the entire pizza within minutes. Known **Contoured Adj.** Shaped or formed into a particular outline, especially one that is smooth or curved. **Synonyms** Shaped **Antonyms** Flat The contoured surface of the chair made it very comfortable. Known **Contrive Verb** To plan or devise something, often in a clever or creative manner. **Synonyms** Devise **Antonyms** Destroy They contrived an ingenious plan to surprise their friend on her birthday. Known **Convert Verb** To change something into a different form, state, or use. **Synonyms** Transform **Antonyms** Maintain He decided to convert his garage into a home office. Known **Convey Verb** To communicate or transport something from one place to another. **Synonyms** Communicate **Antonyms** Hold The letter conveyed a sense of urgency and concern. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 4 · Convoluted – Disengage [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Convoluted Adj.** Extremely complex and difficult to follow. **Synonyms** Complicated **Antonyms** Simple The convoluted explanation left everyone confused. Known **Copious Adj.** Abundant in supply or quantity. **Synonyms** Abundant **Antonyms** Sparse The farmer had a copious harvest this year. Known **Correlates Verb** To show a mutual relationship or connection between two things. **Synonyms** Connects **Antonyms** Diverge The rise in temperature correlates with the increase in energy consumption. Known **Critical Adj.** Extremely important; essential for a particular purpose; involving an analysis or judgment. **Synonyms** Crucial **Antonyms** Insignificant It is critical that you submit the report by Friday. Known **Cultivate Verb** To grow or nurture something, especially crops or skills. **Synonyms** Nurture **Antonyms** Neglect He cultivated a passion for reading during his childhood. Known **Daunt Verb** To make someone feel intimidated or apprehensive. **Synonyms** Intimidate **Antonyms** Encourage The steep mountain did not daunt the experienced climber. Known **Debilitate Verb** To weaken or make something less effective. **Synonyms** Weaken **Antonyms** Strengthen The illness debilitated him, leaving him bedridden for weeks. Known **Deceptive Adj.** Misleading or giving a false impression. **Synonyms** Misleading **Antonyms** Honest The advertisement was deceptive, leading customers to believe the product was free. Known **Definitive Adj.** Conclusive and authoritative; final. **Synonyms** Conclusive **Antonyms** Tentative The dictionary is the definitive source for spelling and definitions. Known **Deft Adj.** Neatly skillful and quick in one’s movements. **Synonyms** Skillful **Antonyms** Clumsy The pianist’s deft fingers danced across the keys. Known **Delegate Verb** To assign responsibility or authority to another person or group. **Synonyms** Assign **Antonyms** Retain She delegated the task to her assistant, trusting them to handle it efficiently. Known **Deliberate Adj.** Done consciously and intentionally. **Synonyms** Intentional **Antonyms** Accidental The deliberate actions of the protestors drew widespread attention. Known **Depict Verb** To represent or portray something through words, pictures, or other forms. **Synonyms** Portray **Antonyms** Misrepresent The artist depicted the landscape with stunning detail. Known **Descend Verb** To move downward; to slope or fall to a lower position. **Synonyms** Fall **Antonyms** Ascend The hikers began to descend the mountain after reaching the summit. Known **Diligent Adj.** Showing care and effort in one’s work or duties. **Synonyms** Hardworking **Antonyms** Lazy She is diligent in completing her assignments on time. Known **Discern Verb** To recognize or perceive something clearly, especially with effort. **Synonyms** Perceive **Antonyms** Overlook She could easily discern the subtle differences between the two paintings. Known **Disconcerting Adj.** Causing discomfort or confusion; unsettling. **Synonyms** Unsettling **Antonyms** Reassuring The sudden change in schedule was disconcerting to everyone involved. Known **Discreet Adj.** Careful in one’s speech or actions to avoid causing offense or revealing private information. **Synonyms** Tactful **Antonyms** Reckless They held a discreet meeting to discuss the confidential matter. Known **Disengage Verb** To separate or detach something from a connection or attachment. **Synonyms** Detach **Antonyms** Attach He tried to disengage himself from the argument but couldn’t resist. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 5 · Dismissive – Fallacious [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Dismissive Adj.** Showing disregard or lack of interest; treating something as unworthy of attention. **Synonyms** Indifferent **Antonyms** Respectful Her dismissive attitude towards the suggestions irritated the group. Known **Disorienting Adj.** Causing confusion or loss of direction, especially in space or time. **Synonyms** Confusing **Antonyms** Clear The sudden change in environment was disorienting, leaving everyone uncertain. Known **Disparate Adj.** Essentially different or dissimilar in kind or quality. **Synonyms** Different **Antonyms** Similar The two teams were made up of disparate groups with very different backgrounds. Known **Dispute Verb/Noun** To argue about something; a disagreement or conflict. **Synonyms** Debate **Antonyms** Agree They had a heated dispute over the project’s direction. Known **Diverge Verb** To separate or move in different directions from a common point. **Synonyms** Separate **Antonyms** Converge The two paths diverge at the foot of the mountain, leading to different destinations. Known **Diverse Adj.** Showing a great deal of variety; very different from one another. **Synonyms** Varied **Antonyms** Similar The class was made up of a diverse group of students from various cultural backgrounds. Known **Docile Adj.** Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive. **Synonyms** Obedient **Antonyms** Defiant The dog was surprisingly docile despite its large size. Known **Domesticate Verb** To tame or train an animal or plant to live and reproduce in a human-controlled environment. **Synonyms** Tame **Antonyms** Wild They worked for years to domesticate the wild horses. Known **Elaborate Verb/Adj.** To develop or present something in great detail; involving many careful parts. **Synonyms** Detailed **Antonyms** Simplify She elaborated on her idea during the meeting, providing several examples. Known **Eloquent Adj.** Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. **Synonyms** Persuasive **Antonyms** Inarticulate The speaker’s eloquent words inspired the audience. Known **Elusive Adj.** Difficult to find, catch, or achieve; hard to define or understand. **Synonyms** Evasive **Antonyms** Clear The solution to the puzzle was elusive, and no one could solve it. Known **Emphasize Verb** To give special importance or attention to something. **Synonyms** Highlight **Antonyms** Downplay The teacher emphasized the importance of completing the assignment on time. Known **Engaging Adj.** Attractive or charming; capable of holding one’s attention. **Synonyms** Captivating **Antonyms** Boring The speaker delivered an engaging presentation that kept the audience captivated. Known **Enhance Verb** To improve the quality or value of something. **Synonyms** Improve **Antonyms** Diminish The bright lighting enhanced the appearance of the room. Known **Ephemeral Adj.** Lasting for a very short time. **Synonyms** Fleeting **Antonyms** Permanent The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral but breathtaking. Known **Exemplify Verb** To illustrate or clarify by giving an example. **Synonyms** Illustrate **Antonyms** Misrepresent The teacher used the novel to exemplify the themes of love and sacrifice. Known **Fabricate Verb** To invent or make something; to invent or concoct something, usually with the intention to deceive. **Synonyms** Manufacture **Antonyms** Verify He fabricated the story to cover up his mistake. Known **Facetious Adj.** Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor. **Synonyms** Sarcastic **Antonyms** Serious His facetious comments during the meeting were not appreciated. Known **Fallacious Adj.** Based on a mistaken belief or unsound reasoning. **Synonyms** Misleading **Antonyms** Valid His argument was fallacious and lacked logical support. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 6 · Fathom – Hoard [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Fathom Verb** To understand or comprehend something deeply. **Synonyms** Comprehend **Antonyms** Misunderstand It’s hard to fathom the scale of the universe. Known **Favorable Adj.** Showing approval or support; likely to lead to success or good results. **Synonyms** Advantageous **Antonyms** Unfavorable The weather conditions were favorable for the outdoor event. Known **Fervent Adj.** Displaying passionate intensity. **Synonyms** Enthusiastic **Antonyms** Indifferent Her fervent dedication to the cause was evident in her work. Known **Flamboyant Adj.** Tending to attract attention because of exuberance, confidence, or stylishness. **Synonyms** Showy **Antonyms** Subdued He wore a flamboyant outfit to the party, drawing all eyes to him. Known **Fluctuate Verb** To vary or change frequently, often in an irregular or unpredictable way. **Synonyms** Vary **Antonyms** Stabilize The stock prices fluctuate constantly, making it difficult to predict trends. Known **Foretell Verb** To predict or estimate something that will happen in the future. **Synonyms** Predict **Antonyms** Miss The fortune teller tried to foretell the future based on the cards. Known **Forge Verb** To create or form something through effort or through heating and shaping, especially metal. **Synonyms** Create **Antonyms** Destroy The blacksmith forged a new sword from the hot iron. Known **Fortuitous Adj.** Happening by chance or accident. **Synonyms** Lucky **Antonyms** Deliberate It was a fortuitous encounter that led to their collaboration. Known **Gallant Adj.** Brave, heroic, or exceptionally polite and attentive. **Synonyms** Brave **Antonyms** Cowardly The gallant knight ventured into the dangerous forest. Known **Garner Verb** To collect or gather, especially information or approval. **Synonyms** Gather **Antonyms** Scatter The candidate garnered widespread support through her speeches. Known **Glaring Adj.** Extremely obvious or conspicuous. **Synonyms** Obvious **Antonyms** Subtle The glaring mistake on the report was impossible to overlook. Known **Glorify Verb** To praise or honor highly. **Synonyms** Praise **Antonyms** Disparage The team was glorified for their historic championship win. Known **Gregarious Adj.** Fond of company; sociable. **Synonyms** Sociable **Antonyms** Introverted Her gregarious personality made her the life of the party. Known **Gullible Adj.** Easily deceived or tricked. **Synonyms** Naive **Antonyms** Skeptical The gullible tourist fell for the vendor's overpriced trinkets. Known **Hasten Verb** To move or act quickly. **Synonyms** Accelerate **Antonyms** Delay He hastened to finish his homework before the deadline. Known **Haughty Adj.** Arrogantly superior and disdainful. **Synonyms** Arrogant **Antonyms** Humble The celebrity's haughty demeanor alienated her fans. Known **Heed Verb** To pay attention to or take notice of. **Synonyms** Observe **Antonyms** Ignore The teacher warned them to heed the instructions carefully. Known **Hibernate Verb** To spend a long period of time in a dormant or inactive state, especially during the winter. **Synonyms** Sleep **Antonyms** Awake Bears hibernate during the winter to conserve energy. Known **Hoard Verb** To accumulate and hide or store away. **Synonyms** Stockpile **Antonyms** Distribute He hoarded supplies for months, preparing for a potential shortage. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 7 · Homogeneous – Imprudent [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Homogeneous Adj.** Of the same kind; alike. **Synonyms** Uniform **Antonyms** Heterogeneous The committee was surprisingly homogeneous in their views on the matter. Known **Humble Adj.** Modest or low estimate of one’s importance. **Synonyms** Modest **Antonyms** Arrogant Despite his success, he remained humble and approachable. Known **Hypothetical Adj.** Based on an assumption or theory. **Synonyms** Theoretical **Antonyms** Real The scientist presented a hypothetical scenario to explain the phenomenon. Known **Illogical Adj.** Lacking sense or clear, sound reasoning. **Synonyms** Irrational **Antonyms** Rational His argument was illogical and did not convince the audience. Known **Illuminate Verb** To light up or clarify. **Synonyms** Brighten **Antonyms** Obscure The lantern illuminated the path through the forest. Known **Illustrious Adj.** Well-known, respected, and admired for achievements. **Synonyms** Renowned **Antonyms** Unknown Her illustrious career as a scientist inspired countless students. Known **Immaculate Adj.** Perfectly clean or free from flaws. **Synonyms** Spotless **Antonyms** Dirty The house was immaculate after the cleaning crew left. Known **Imminent Adj.** About to happen; impending. **Synonyms** Approaching **Antonyms** Distant The storm's arrival was imminent, so we quickly took shelter. Known **Impart Verb** To make information known or to give something. **Synonyms** Share **Antonyms** Withhold The professor imparted her vast knowledge to the eager students. Known **Impartial Adj.** Not biased or prejudiced; treating all sides equally. **Synonyms** Neutral **Antonyms** Biased The judge was impartial, ensuring a fair trial for both parties. Known **Impede Verb** To hinder or obstruct the progress of. **Synonyms** Obstruct **Antonyms** Facilitate Heavy traffic impeded the emergency vehicle’s progress. Known **Imperceptible Adj.** Impossible to perceive or detect; so slight that it cannot be noticed. **Synonyms** Subtle **Antonyms** Noticeable The change in temperature was so imperceptible that no one noticed it. Known **Impervious Adj.** Not affected or influenced by something. **Synonyms** Resistant **Antonyms** Vulnerable The material is impervious to water, making it ideal for roofing. Known **Impetuous Adj.** Acting or done quickly without thought or care. **Synonyms** Rash **Antonyms** Cautious Her impetuous decision to quit her job shocked her colleagues. Known **Implement Verb** To put a plan or decision into action; to carry out. **Synonyms** Execute **Antonyms** Neglect The company decided to implement the new policy starting next month. Known **Implore Verb** To beg earnestly or desperately. **Synonyms** Plead **Antonyms** Demand The student implored the teacher for an extension on the project. Known **Impractical Adj.** Not sensible or realistic; not suited to the situation or purpose. **Synonyms** Unfeasible **Antonyms** Practical The plan was deemed impractical due to its high cost and complexity. Known **Improvise Verb** To create or perform something without preparation or planning, often with available materials. **Synonyms** Ad-lib **Antonyms** Plan The actor had to improvise his lines when the script was lost. Known **Imprudent Adj.** Not showing care for the consequences of an action. **Synonyms** Careless **Antonyms** Wise It was imprudent of him to invest all his savings in one risky venture. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 8 · Inadequate – Inventive [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Inadequate Adj.** Not sufficient or suitable for the intended purpose; lacking in quality or quantity. **Synonyms** Insufficient **Antonyms** Adequate The equipment provided was inadequate for the job, resulting in delays. Known **Inadvertent Adj.** Occurring by chance or without intention; unintentional. **Synonyms** Unintentional **Antonyms** Intentional The inadvertent mistake caused the project deadline to be missed. Known **Incessant Adj.** Continuing without pause or interruption. **Synonyms** Continuous **Antonyms** Intermittent The incessant noise of the construction work made it hard to focus. Known **Incite Verb** To encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). **Synonyms** Provoke **Antonyms** Suppress His speech incited anger among the protesters. Known **Inconclusive Adj.** Not leading to a clear or definite conclusion; ambiguous. **Synonyms** Uncertain **Antonyms** Conclusive The results of the experiment were inconclusive, so further testing was needed. Known **Indecipherable Adj.** Impossible to read, interpret, or understand due to lack of clarity or complexity. **Synonyms** Unreadable **Antonyms** Readable The handwriting was so messy it was completely indecipherable. Known **Inept Adj.** Having or showing no skill; clumsy. **Synonyms** Clumsy **Antonyms** Competent His inept handling of the situation only made things worse. Known **Inevitable Adj.** Certain to happen; unavoidable. **Synonyms** Unavoidable **Antonyms** Avoidable Failure seemed inevitable given the lack of preparation. Known **Inexplicable Adj.** Unable to be explained or understood; baffling. **Synonyms** Incomprehensible **Antonyms** Explainable The disappearance of the airplane remains inexplicable, despite extensive research. Known **Infallible Adj.** Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong; flawless. **Synonyms** Flawless **Antonyms** Fallible The scientist believed the theory to be infallible, but later it was disproven. Known **Innocuous Adj.** Harmless or not likely to offend or cause injury. **Synonyms** Harmless **Antonyms** Harmful The remark was innocuous and didn't offend anyone. Known **Innovative Adj.** Introducing or using new methods, ideas, or products; original and creative. **Synonyms** Creative **Antonyms** Conventional The startup was praised for its innovative approach to solving the problem. Known **Interchangeable Adj.** Able to be exchanged or replaced with another item without significant difference. **Synonyms** Equivalent **Antonyms** Unique The two parts were interchangeable, making repairs easier. Known **Interject Verb** To say something abruptly, especially during a conversation. **Synonyms** Interrupt **Antonyms** Hold He interjected a quick comment during the heated discussion. Known **Intrepid Adj.** Fearless, adventurous. **Synonyms** Fearless **Antonyms** Timid The intrepid explorers ventured into uncharted territory. Known **Intricate Adj.** Very detailed or complex; complicated in design or structure. **Synonyms** Complex **Antonyms** Simple The intricate pattern on the fabric was carefully designed. Known **Invalidate Verb** To make something invalid or void; to render something without legal or logical value. **Synonyms** Nullify **Antonyms** Validate The evidence presented in court was enough to invalidate his claim. Known **Invasive Adj.** Tending to intrude on or interfere with something, often in an unwelcome or harmful way. **Synonyms** Intrusive **Antonyms** Harmless The invasive species spread quickly and threatened the local ecosystem. Known **Inventive Adj.** Having the ability to create new things or ideas; creative and original. **Synonyms** Original **Antonyms** Uncreative The inventive designer introduced new ideas that transformed the industry. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 9 · Iridescent – Manipulate [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Iridescent Adj.** Showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles. **Synonyms** Shimmering **Antonyms** Dull The soap bubble was iridescent, shimmering in a rainbow of colors. Known **Jubilant Adj.** Feeling or expressing great happiness or triumph. **Synonyms** Joyful **Antonyms** Miserable The fans were jubilant after their team won the championship. Known **Juxtapose Verb** To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect. **Synonyms** Compare **Antonyms** Separate The artist juxtaposed bright colors with dark shadows to create a striking image. Known **Keen Adj.** Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm. **Synonyms** Sharp **Antonyms** Apathetic She was keen to learn everything about the new software program. Known **Kindle Verb** To start a fire or ignite excitement or interest. **Synonyms** Ignite **Antonyms** Extinguish Her inspiring words kindled a passion for learning in her students. Known **Labyrinthine Adj.** Complicated and highly intricate. **Synonyms** Maze-like **Antonyms** Straightforward The labyrinthine plot of the novel kept readers guessing until the end. Known **Laconic Adj.** Using very few words. **Synonyms** Brief **Antonyms** Verbose His laconic reply suggested he didn’t want to discuss the matter further. Known **Lament Verb** To express grief or sorrow. **Synonyms** Mourn **Antonyms** Rejoice He lamented the loss of his childhood home after the storm. Known **Latent Adj.** Existing but not yet developed or visible; hidden or dormant. **Synonyms** Hidden **Antonyms** Manifest The disease remained latent in her body for several years before symptoms appeared. Known **Laud Verb** To praise highly, especially in public. **Synonyms** Praise **Antonyms** Criticize The poet was lauded for her unique and poignant verses. Known **Laudable Adj.** Deserving praise or commendation. **Synonyms** Commendable **Antonyms** Shameful Her dedication to helping the poor is truly laudable. Known **Lavish Adj.** Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious. **Synonyms** Extravagant **Antonyms** Meager They threw a lavish party to celebrate the milestone. Known **Legitimate Adj.** Conforming to the law or rules; valid or justifiable. **Synonyms** Lawful **Antonyms** Illegitimate The company assured its customers that the transaction was legitimate and secure. Known **Lenient Adj.** Permissive, merciful, or tolerant. **Synonyms** Forgiving **Antonyms** Strict The teacher was lenient with late assignments, understanding students' challenges. Known **Lethargic Adj.** Sluggish and apathetic. **Synonyms** Sluggish **Antonyms** Energetic After staying up all night, she felt lethargic and unmotivated. Known **Localized Adj.** Restricted to a specific area or part. **Synonyms** Restricted **Antonyms** Widespread The infection was localized to his left lung and was treated successfully. Known **Magnanimous Adj.** Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person. **Synonyms** Generous **Antonyms** Selfish Despite the heated debate, she was magnanimous in victory, thanking her opponent. Known **Malicious Adj.** Intended to harm or hurt. **Synonyms** Spiteful **Antonyms** Benevolent His malicious behavior toward others caused a great deal of distress. Known **Manipulate Verb** To control or influence (someone or something) cleverly or unscrupulously. **Synonyms** Influence **Antonyms** Surrender The villain tried to manipulate the situation to his advantage. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 10 · Melancholy – Ominous [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Melancholy Adj.** A deep, persistent sadness or sorrow. **Synonyms** Sadness **Antonyms** Joyful The melancholy mood of the film left the audience reflecting on their own lives. Known **Meticulous Adj.** Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. **Synonyms** Precise **Antonyms** Careless She was meticulous in preparing her notes for the exam. Known **Mimic Verb/Adj.** To imitate or copy something or someone, often to entertain or mock. **Synonyms** Imitate **Antonyms** Original She could mimic the accents of people from different regions perfectly. Known **Mitigate Verb** To make less severe, serious, or painful. **Synonyms** Lessen **Antonyms** Aggravate The doctor prescribed medication to mitigate the patient's symptoms. Known **Moderate Verb/Adj.** To make something less extreme or intense; average in amount or degree. **Synonyms** Temperate **Antonyms** Extreme The coach asked the players to moderate their efforts to avoid exhaustion. Known **Modest Adj.** Unassuming or humble in the estimation of one’s abilities or achievements. **Synonyms** Humble **Antonyms** Arrogant Despite his many awards, he remained modest and humble. Known **Mundane Adj.** Lacking interest or excitement; dull. **Synonyms** Ordinary **Antonyms** Exciting The routine chores felt mundane after a long week of intense work. Known **Mystifying Adj.** Extremely confusing or difficult to understand; baffling. **Synonyms** Puzzling **Antonyms** Clear The magician's trick was mystifying, leaving the audience in awe. Known **Nebulous Adj.** In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy, unclear or vague. **Synonyms** Vague **Antonyms** Clear His explanation was so nebulous that no one understood what he meant. Known **Negligible Adj.** So small or unimportant as to be not worth considering. **Synonyms** Insignificant **Antonyms** Significant The difference in price between the two options was negligible. Known **Novel Adj.** New and different from anything seen or experienced before; original. **Synonyms** New **Antonyms** Common His approach to the problem was novel and offered a fresh perspective. Known **Noxious Adj.** Harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant. **Synonyms** Toxic **Antonyms** Beneficial The noxious fumes from the factory polluted the air in the nearby town. Known **Nuanced Adj.** Showing subtle distinctions or variations in meaning, expression, or feeling. **Synonyms** Subtle **Antonyms** Obvious The film's portrayal of love was nuanced, capturing the complexity of human emotion. Known **Obfuscate Verb** To confuse, bewilder, or make unclear. **Synonyms** Confuse **Antonyms** Clarify The professor's complex explanation only served to obfuscate the topic further. Known **Obscure Adj./Verb** Not well-known or understood; unclear; to make something unclear. **Synonyms** Conceal **Antonyms** Clear The explanation was so obscure that no one understood what he meant. Known **Observant Adj.** Quick to notice or perceive things; paying careful attention to details. **Synonyms** Perceptive **Antonyms** Inattentive She was observant enough to catch the mistake in the report before it was sent out. Known **Obsolete Adj.** No longer produced or used; out of date. **Synonyms** Outdated **Antonyms** Modern The technology quickly became obsolete as newer models were introduced. Known **Offhand Adj.** Done or said without preparation or thought; casual. **Synonyms** Casual **Antonyms** Thoughtful His offhand remark upset many of the employees, even though he didn’t mean harm. Known **Ominous Adj.** Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen. **Synonyms** Threatening **Antonyms** Promising The dark clouds gave an ominous feeling to the day. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 11 · Operative – Prevail [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Operative Adj./Verb** In operation or use; a person actively involved in an activity or operation. **Synonyms** Functional **Antonyms** Inactive The new software is fully operative and ready for use in all departments. Known **Opulent Adj.** Wealthy, luxurious, or lavish. **Synonyms** Luxurious **Antonyms** Poor The opulent palace was filled with fine art and golden decor. Known **Originate Verb** To begin or come into existence; to create or start something. **Synonyms** Begin **Antonyms** End The idea for the project originated from a discussion at last year’s conference. Known **Ornamental Adj.** Serving as decoration rather than for a practical purpose. **Synonyms** Decorative **Antonyms** Functional The vase was purely ornamental, with no real use other than decoration. Known **Oscillate Verb** To move or swing back and forth in a regular rhythm. **Synonyms** Swing **Antonyms** Steady The fan oscillated in the corner, providing a cool breeze in the room. Known **Overt Adj.** Done or shown openly; plainly apparent. **Synonyms** Obvious **Antonyms** Covert Her overt display of affection was noticed by everyone in the room. Known **Palpable Adj.** Able to be touched or felt; tangible; clear to the mind or senses. **Synonyms** Tangible **Antonyms** Intangible The tension in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the decision. Known **Paucity Noun** The presence of something in small amounts or numbers; scarcity. **Synonyms** Scarcity **Antonyms** Abundance The paucity of evidence made it difficult to reach a conclusion in the case. Known **Peripheral Adj.** Related to or located on the edge of something; secondary or less important. **Synonyms** Marginal **Antonyms** Central The meeting focused on the main issues, with peripheral topics saved for later. Known **Persevere Verb** To continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or opposition. **Synonyms** Persist **Antonyms** Give up She persevered through years of study to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor. Known **Persistent Adj.** Continuing firmly or steadily in a course of action despite difficulties or opposition. **Synonyms** Determined **Antonyms** Fleeting His persistent efforts to improve the system eventually paid off. Known **Pervasive Adj.** Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people. **Synonyms** Widespread **Antonyms** Limited The pervasive scent of freshly baked cookies filled the entire house. Known **Polarized Adj.** Divided sharply into opposing groups or views. **Synonyms** Divided **Antonyms** Unified The debate was highly polarized, with each side refusing to compromise. Known **Pragmatic Adj.** Dealing with things sensibly and realistically based on practical considerations. **Synonyms** Practical **Antonyms** Idealistic His pragmatic approach to solving the problem saved both time and resources. Known **Precocious Adj.** Showing unusually early development, especially mental or intellectual. **Synonyms** Advanced **Antonyms** Slow The precocious child could read by the age of three. Known **Predatory Adj.** Seeking to exploit or harm others, often for personal gain; related to predators. **Synonyms** Exploitative **Antonyms** Prey The predatory behavior of the company led to lawsuits from employees. Known **Predetermine Adj.** To decide or determine in advance, especially by fate or a higher power. **Synonyms** Prearrange **Antonyms** Unplanned His actions seemed predetermined, as if everything had already been decided for him. Known **Prescribe Verb** To recommend or authorize the use of something, especially a treatment or remedy. **Synonyms** Recommend **Antonyms** Proscribe The doctor will prescribe a course of antibiotics to treat the infection. Known **Prevail Verb** To prove more powerful or superior; to win or succeed after a struggle. **Synonyms** Triumph **Antonyms** Fail After a long legal battle, justice finally prevailed. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 12 · Proclaim – Renounce [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Proclaim Verb** To announce officially or publicly. **Synonyms** Announce **Antonyms** Conceal The president will proclaim the new law during the ceremony tomorrow. Known **Prodigal Adj.** Spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wasteful. **Synonyms** Wasteful **Antonyms** Thrifty The prodigal son squandered his inheritance in a short amount of time. Known **Prolific Adj.** Producing a large amount of something. **Synonyms** Productive **Antonyms** Unproductive The prolific writer published a new novel every year. Known **Propagate Verb** To breed or spread something, especially ideas or knowledge. **Synonyms** Spread **Antonyms** Suppress The organization works to propagate awareness about climate change. Known **Proponent Noun** A person who advocates or supports a cause or idea. **Synonyms** Advocate **Antonyms** Opponent She was a leading proponent of environmental conservation. Known **Prosaic Adj.** Lacking poetic beauty; dull or ordinary. **Synonyms** Ordinary **Antonyms** Imaginative His prosaic writing style failed to capture the audience’s interest. Known **Proscribe Verb** To forbid, especially by law; to condemn or outlaw. **Synonyms** Forbid **Antonyms** Prescribe The government decided to proscribe the use of the harmful chemical. Known **Quell Verb** To put an end to something, usually by force. **Synonyms** Suppress **Antonyms** Provoke The police were able to quell the riot before it escalated further. Known **Quixotic Adj.** Extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical. **Synonyms** Idealistic **Antonyms** Practical His quixotic dreams of becoming a superhero were charming but unrealistic. Known **Recalcitrant Adj.** Stubbornly resistant to authority or control. **Synonyms** Defiant **Antonyms** Compliant The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions. Known **Recant Verb** To withdraw or retract a statement or belief, especially formally. **Synonyms** Retract **Antonyms** Confirm After further investigation, he decided to recant his earlier statement. Known **Reciprocate Verb** To respond to a gesture or action by making a corresponding one; to give and receive in return. **Synonyms** Return **Antonyms** Ignore She reciprocated his kindness by inviting him to her birthday party. Known **Recondite Adj.** Little known; obscure, difficult to understand. **Synonyms** Obscure **Antonyms** Obvious The professor’s recondite lecture left many students confused. Known **Refute Verb** To prove something to be false or incorrect by providing evidence or argument. **Synonyms** Disprove **Antonyms** Confirm The lawyer refuted the accusations with solid evidence. Known **Rejuvenate Verb** To make something or someone look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively. **Synonyms** Revitalize **Antonyms** Deteriorate A good night's sleep can rejuvenate your mind and body. Known **Relevant Adj.** Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand; important. **Synonyms** Pertinent **Antonyms** Irrelevant Her comments were relevant to the discussion and helped clarify the issue. Known **Relinquish Verb** To voluntarily give up or let go of something. **Synonyms** Surrender **Antonyms** Retain He was forced to relinquish control of the project after his failure to meet deadlines. Known **Remorse Noun** Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed. **Synonyms** Regret **Antonyms** Satisfaction He felt great remorse for his actions and apologized profusely. Known **Renounce Verb** To formally give up or reject a belief, cause, or claim. **Synonyms** Reject **Antonyms** Accept He chose to renounce his citizenship in favor of a different country. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 13 · Repercussion – Simulate [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Repercussion Noun** An unintended consequence or effect, often negative. **Synonyms** Consequence **Antonyms** Cause The repercussion of her decision was felt by everyone in the organization. Known **Replicable Adj.** Capable of being reproduced or repeated. **Synonyms** Reproducible **Antonyms** Unique The experiment was designed to be replicable, allowing others to verify the results. Known **Repudiate Verb** To reject, deny, or disown something, especially a belief or opinion. **Synonyms** Deny **Antonyms** Accept The politician repudiated the claims made against him during the campaign. Known **Rescind Verb** To revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement. **Synonyms** Revoke **Antonyms** Enforce The company decided to rescind the job offer after reviewing his application. Known **Resilient Adj.** Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable. **Synonyms** Hardy **Antonyms** Fragile She showed resilient strength after the accident, returning to work soon after. Known **Restless Adj.** Unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or active due to anxiety or agitation. **Synonyms** Uneasy **Antonyms** Calm He felt restless during the long wait and couldn’t sit still. Known **Restrained Adj.** Controlled, limited, or held back; not excessive or extreme in expression. **Synonyms** Controlled **Antonyms** Unrestrained His restrained behavior at the meeting showed professionalism and composure. Known **Reticent Adj.** Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily; reserved. **Synonyms** Reserved **Antonyms** Outgoing He was reticent about sharing personal details during the interview. Known **Revere Verb** To feel deep respect or admiration for something or someone. **Synonyms** Respect **Antonyms** Disrespect They revered their teacher for her wisdom and kindness. Known **Rigorous Adj.** Strict and demanding, requiring a high level of effort and precision. **Synonyms** Strict **Antonyms** Lenient The rigorous training schedule prepared the athletes for the competition. Known **Rudimentary Adj.** Involving or limited to basic principles; simple or primitive. **Synonyms** Basic **Antonyms** Advanced His rudimentary understanding of the subject required extra tutoring. Known **Sagacious Adj.** Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment. **Synonyms** Wise **Antonyms** Foolish The sagacious leader made decisions that benefitted the entire community. Known **Salient Adj.** Most noticeable or important; prominent. **Synonyms** Prominent **Antonyms** Unimportant The salient features of the landscape included towering mountains and vast deserts. Known **Scrupulous Adj.** Diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details, often because of a strong moral code. **Synonyms** Conscientious **Antonyms** Careless The scrupulous lawyer reviewed every document before submission. Known **Sear Verb** To burn or scorch the surface of something with intense heat. **Synonyms** Scorch **Antonyms** Soften The chef seared the steak to lock in its juices. Known **Sequester Verb** To isolate or hide away (someone or something). **Synonyms** Isolate **Antonyms** Release The jury was sequestered during the trial to avoid outside influence. Known **Serene Adj.** Calm, peaceful, and untroubled. **Synonyms** Peaceful **Antonyms** Agitated The serene landscape provided the perfect setting for a quiet afternoon. Known **Shrewd Adj.** Having or showing sharp judgment and common sense. **Synonyms** Clever **Antonyms** Foolish The shrewd investor made decisions that increased his wealth. Known **Simulate Verb** To imitate the appearance or character of something, typically for training or research purposes. **Synonyms** Imitate **Antonyms** Real The flight simulator allowed the pilot to simulate emergency scenarios. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 14 · Sinuous – Synchronize [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Sinuous Adj.** Having many curves and turns; winding. **Synonyms** Winding **Antonyms** Straight The sinuous road wound through the forest, offering breathtaking views. Known **Skeptical Adj.** Doubtful or inclined to question accepted beliefs or statements. **Synonyms** Doubtful **Antonyms** Confident She was skeptical of the new diet fad and wanted to see more evidence before trying it. Known **Soporific Adj.** Tending to induce sleep or drowsiness. **Synonyms** Sleep-inducing **Antonyms** Stimulating The soporific lecture made it difficult to stay awake. Known **Speculate Verb** To form a theory or conjecture without sufficient evidence; to guess. **Synonyms** Theorize **Antonyms** Certify They speculated about the cause of the delay but had no solid information. Known **Spurious Adj.** Not being what it purports to be; false or fake. **Synonyms** FALSE **Antonyms** Genuine His spurious claims were quickly debunked by the authorities. Known **Stagnant Adj.** Showing no activity or change; dull and inactive. **Synonyms** Inactive **Antonyms** Flowing The stagnant water in the pond bred mosquitoes. Known **Stimulate Verb** To encourage or provoke a response or activity; to make something more active or intense. **Synonyms** Encourage **Antonyms** Soothe The music helped to stimulate their creativity during the brainstorming session. Known **Subjugate Verb** To bring under domination or control, often by force. **Synonyms** Conquer **Antonyms** Liberate The conquerors sought to subjugate the native population. Known **Substantial Adj.** Of considerable importance, size, or worth; significant. **Synonyms** Significant **Antonyms** Insignificant The company made a substantial profit this quarter, far exceeding expectations. Known **Subtle Adj.** Delicate or precise, difficult to perceive or understand; understated. **Synonyms** Faint **Antonyms** Obvious The artist used subtle colors to create an intricate design. Known **Succinct Adj.** Briefly and clearly expressed; concise. **Synonyms** Concise **Antonyms** Verbose Her succinct answer saved a lot of time during the meeting. Known **Succumb Verb** To yield or give in to something, such as a temptation or pressure; to die from an illness or injury. **Synonyms** Yield **Antonyms** Resist After a long battle with the disease, he eventually succumbed to his illness. Known **Superficial Adj.** Existing or occurring at or on the surface; lacking depth or substance. **Synonyms** Shallow **Antonyms** Deep The report provided only a superficial analysis of the issue. Known **Supplement Verb/Noun** To add something extra to complete or enhance something else. **Synonyms** Enhance **Antonyms** Detract She decided to supplement her diet with vitamins to boost her energy levels. Known **Surmise Verb** To suppose or guess something without sufficient evidence; to make an assumption. **Synonyms** Guess **Antonyms** Know Based on the evidence, we can only surmise that the suspect is guilty. Known **Surpass Verb** To exceed or go beyond something in quality, achievement, or degree. **Synonyms** Exceed **Antonyms** Fail Her performance surpassed all expectations, earning her top honors. Known **Surreal Adj.** Having the qualities of a dream or fantasy; strange or unreal in a way that is disorienting. **Synonyms** Unreal **Antonyms** Realistic The scene felt surreal, as if it were taken from a dream rather than reality. Known **Surreptitious Adj.** Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of. **Synonyms** Secretive **Antonyms** Open The surreptitious meeting was held in a hidden location to avoid detection. Known **Synchronize Verb** To cause things to happen or operate at the same time or rate. **Synonyms** Coordinate **Antonyms** Desynchronize They tried to synchronize their watches to ensure they all arrived on time. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 15 · Tactile – Unequivocal [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Tactile Adj.** Relating to or involving the sense of touch. **Synonyms** Touchable **Antonyms** Visual The tactile texture of the sculpture was intriguing to the audience. Known **Tangible Adj.** Perceptible by touch; capable of being touched or felt. **Synonyms** Concrete **Antonyms** Intangible The evidence was tangible and could be held in our hands. Known **Tedious Adj.** Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome and repetitive. **Synonyms** Boring **Antonyms** Exciting The process of reviewing the long report was tedious, but necessary. Known **Temerity Noun** Excessive confidence or boldness, often causing rash actions. **Synonyms** Audacity **Antonyms** Caution She had the temerity to question her teacher’s authority in front of the class. Known **Tenacious Adj.** Holding firm to a belief, goal, or course of action; persistent. **Synonyms** Persistent **Antonyms** Weak The tenacious athlete continued to train despite the setbacks. Known **Tenuous Adj.** Very weak or slight; lacking substance or strength. **Synonyms** Weak **Antonyms** Strong The link between the two events was tenuous at best, with little evidence to support it. Known **Terse Adj.** Concise and to the point, often to the point of rudeness. **Synonyms** Brief **Antonyms** Wordy His terse response left no room for further discussion. Known **Thwart Verb** To prevent someone from accomplishing something; to obstruct. **Synonyms** Obstruct **Antonyms** Assist The storm thwarted our plans to go sailing on the lake. Known **Tranquil Adj.** Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful. **Synonyms** Calm **Antonyms** Disturbed The tranquil park was the perfect place to relax and reflect. Known **Transcend Verb** To rise above or go beyond the limits of something, often in a spiritual or abstract way. **Synonyms** Surpass **Antonyms** Fall Her creativity transcended the boundaries of traditional art. Known **Trepidation Noun** A feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen. **Synonyms** Fear **Antonyms** Calmness The thought of speaking in front of a large crowd filled him with trepidation. Known **Trite Adj.** Lacking originality or freshness; overused and uninteresting. **Synonyms** Overused **Antonyms** Original His trite comments on the topic did nothing to advance the conversation. Known **Ubiquitous Adj.** Present, appearing, or found everywhere. **Synonyms** Omnipresent **Antonyms** Rare Smartphones are ubiquitous in modern society, seen in almost every hand. Known **Unanimous Adj.** Fully in agreement, especially by all members of a group. **Synonyms** Unified **Antonyms** Divided The decision was unanimous, with everyone agreeing on the solution. Known **Uncanny Adj.** Strange or mysterious, often in a way that causes unease. **Synonyms** Strange **Antonyms** Normal The uncanny silence in the room made everyone feel uneasy. Known **Unctuous Adj.** Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely so. **Synonyms** Insincere **Antonyms** Genuine His unctuous compliments made everyone feel uncomfortable. Known **Undermine Verb** To weaken or damage something gradually or covertly. **Synonyms** Weaken **Antonyms** Strengthen The constant criticism undermined her confidence. Known **Underscore Verb** To emphasize or highlight something, usually to draw attention to its importance. **Synonyms** Emphasize **Antonyms** Understate The speaker underscored the need for immediate action in the closing remarks. Known **Unequivocal Adj.** Leaving no doubt; clear and unambiguous. **Synonyms** Certain **Antonyms** Ambiguous His response was unequivocal, leaving no room for misinterpretation. Known of 19 still to learn ## Set 16 · Unobtrusive – Zenith [Back to top](https://eliteprep.com/vocabulary-flashcards/#top) **Unobtrusive Adj.** Not conspicuous or attracting attention; not noticeable. **Synonyms** Subtle **Antonyms** Obvious The waiter was unobtrusive, ensuring we had everything we needed without being noticed. Known **Uproarious Adj.** Characterized by loud noise or laughter; very funny. **Synonyms** Hilarious **Antonyms** Quiet The comedian’s uproarious performance had the audience in stitches. Known **Vacillate Verb** To waver between different opinions or actions; to be indecisive. **Synonyms** Waver **Antonyms** Decide He vacillated between accepting the job offer and staying at his current position. Known **Vague Adj.** Not clear in meaning or expression; indefinite. **Synonyms** Indistinct **Antonyms** Clear The instructions were vague, leaving us uncertain about the next step. Known **Validate Adj.** To confirm or verify as being true, accurate, or acceptable. **Synonyms** Confirm **Antonyms** Invalid The results were validated by an independent review panel before publication. Known **Vary Verb** To change or differ in some way; to alter or modify. **Synonyms** Differ **Antonyms** Remain The temperature can vary greatly between day and night in the desert. Known **Vehement Adj.** Showing strong feeling or passion; forceful or intense. **Synonyms** Passionate **Antonyms** Indifferent He spoke with vehement anger during the debate. Known **Verisimilitude Noun** The appearance or quality of being real or true; the resemblance to reality. **Synonyms** Realism **Antonyms** Falseness The movie’s attention to detail gave it a sense of verisimilitude that captivated the audience. Known **Vex Verb** To annoy or worry someone; to cause distress. **Synonyms** Irritate **Antonyms** Soothe The constant noise began to vex the students trying to concentrate. Known **Vindicate Verb** To clear someone of blame or suspicion; to justify or prove something right. **Synonyms** Justify **Antonyms** Accuse The evidence finally vindicated him and proved his innocence. Known **Virtuous Adj.** Having high moral standards; righteous. **Synonyms** Ethical **Antonyms** Immoral The virtuous knight always helped those in need. Known **Volatile Adj.** Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse; highly unstable. **Synonyms** Unstable **Antonyms** Stable The volatile stock market caused many investors to panic. Known **Waive Verb** To voluntarily give up or relinquish a right or claim. **Synonyms** Relinquish **Antonyms** Retain He decided to waive his right to a trial and accepted the settlement offer. Known **Warranted Adj.** Justified or deserved; reasonable. **Synonyms** Justified **Antonyms** Unjustified Her frustration was warranted after the long wait for assistance. Known **Wayward Adj.** Difficult to control or predict, especially due to unusual or unpredictable behavior. **Synonyms** Erratic **Antonyms** Obedient The wayward child refused to follow the rules. Known **Winsome Adj.** Attractive or appealing in a charming or pleasing way. **Synonyms** Charming **Antonyms** Unattractive Her winsome smile made her instantly likable. Known **Wistful Adj.** Longing or yearning for something that may never be attained; melancholic. **Synonyms** Melancholy **Antonyms** Cheerful He felt wistful as he looked at the old photograph of his childhood home. Known **Zealous Adj.** Showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. **Synonyms** Enthusiastic **Antonyms** Apathetic The zealous volunteers worked tirelessly to support the cause. Known **Zenith Noun** The highest point or peak; the culmination. **Synonyms** Peak **Antonyms** Nadir The company reached its zenith with record profits last year. Known of 19 still to learn