SAT List 2 Flashcards
(16 cards)
What does ‘Ruminate’ mean?
To contemplate; to ponder; to mull over
What does ‘Ubiquitous’ mean?
Being everywhere at the same time
What does ‘Stymie’ mean?
To thwart; to get in the way of; to hinder
What does ‘Nepotism’ mean?
Showing favoritism to friends or family in business or politics
What does ‘Furtive’ mean?
Secretive; shy
What does ‘Extrapolate’ mean?
To project or deduce from something known; to infer
What does ‘Duplicity’ mean?
The act of being two-faced; double-dealing; deception
What does ‘Convivial’ mean?
Fond of partying; festive
What does ‘Assiduous’ mean?
Hardworking; busy, quite diligent
What does ‘Viable’ mean?
Capable of living; workable
What does ‘Enigma’ mean?
A mystery
What does ‘Rapacious’ mean?
Greedy; plundering; avaricious
What does ‘Onerous’ mean?
Burdensome; oppressive
What does ‘Sanguine’ mean?
Cheerful; optimistic; hopeful
What does ‘Acrid’ mean?
Harsh; like acid
What does ‘Mendacious’ mean?
Lying; dishonest
