SAT Vocabulary Lesson 16
Words like anomaly, dogmatic, and rescind — 25 challenging vocabulary words with definitions, exercises, and an answer key.
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Word List with Definitions
Study these 25 vocabulary words. Each word includes its part of speech and definition. Use the printable worksheet to practice recalling each word from its meaning.
| Word | Part of Speech | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| allay | (v) | to reduce fear, worry, or pain |
| anomaly | (n) | something that differs from what is normal or expected |
| arduous | (adj) | requiring great effort; difficult and tiring |
| belie | (v) | to give a false impression of |
| compliant | (adj) | willing to obey or agree |
| conjecture | (n) | an opinion formed on incomplete information |
| decorum | (n) | behavior that is polite and suited to the occasion |
| discern | (v) | to perceive or recognize clearly |
| dogmatic | (adj) | asserting opinions as if they were certainly true |
| eclectic | (adj) | drawn from a wide variety of sources |
| foment | (v) | to stir up trouble or unrest |
| garner | (v) | to gather or collect, especially gradually |
| impede | (v) | to slow or block the progress of |
| incisive | (adj) | sharply clear and direct |
| laud | (v) | to praise, especially in public |
| malleable | (adj) | easily shaped; easily influenced |
| obscure | (v) | to make hard to see or understand |
| partisan | (adj) | strongly supporting one side or party |
| prevalent | (adj) | widespread; common in a particular place or time |
| quell | (v) | to put an end to, especially by force |
| rescind | (v) | to cancel or revoke officially |
| stringent | (adj) | strict and demanding |
| subtle | (adj) | so delicate or precise as to be hard to notice |
| tirade | (n) | a long, angry speech |
| wary | (adj) | cautious about possible danger or trouble |
Practice Exercises
The printable worksheet includes two types of exercises, covering every word on the list:
- Write the Word — A meaning is given; write the word from the list that matches it.
- Choose the Best Word — A meaning is given with four choices; circle the word that matches.
Printable Worksheet
The printable PDF includes the word list, both exercises, and a full answer key. Every word on the list is practiced exactly once across the two exercises.
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SAT Vocabulary Quiz — Lesson 16
Test your knowledge of the Lesson 16 words. Select the best answer for each question and submit to see your score.
SAT Vocabulary Quiz — Lesson 16
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Which word means 'something that differs from what is expected'?
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Which word means 'to slow or block the progress of'?
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Which word means 'to cancel or revoke officially'?
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Which word means 'drawn from a wide variety of sources'?
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Which word means 'a long, angry speech'?