SAT Vocabulary — Group 4

Willing to lie, trick, or scheme in order to get what one wants.

Able to judge or perceive things clearly and accurately, especially subtle differences.

A strong feeling that someone or something is beneath one's respect or unworthy of consideration.

To speak of someone or something in a dismissive, belittling way.

Stating opinions as if they were unquestionably true, without allowing for debate.

Doubtful or uncertain, often because something seems suspicious or unreliable.

Behaving in an unconventional or slightly odd way that departs from common habits.

To instruct or improve someone, especially in a moral or intellectual sense.

Shockingly and obviously bad or wrong.

Filled with great happiness and excitement.

To make something more attractive or interesting by adding extra, sometimes exaggerated, details.

To try to match or surpass someone by imitating their admirable qualities or achievements.

To drain someone of energy, vitality, or strength.

Mysterious and difficult to interpret or fully understand.

A state of mental calmness and composure, especially under pressure or stress.

Showing deep, extensive knowledge gained from serious study and reading.

Understood by or intended for only a small group with specialized knowledge.

Feeling an intense sense of happiness and excitement, often overwhelming.

To make an already bad or difficult situation even worse.

Serving as an outstanding example of excellent behavior or quality.

To officially clear someone of blame or wrongdoing after they were accused.

To praise someone or something enthusiastically and at length.

To invent or make up false information and present it as true.

Joking about something, especially in a way that is inappropriate for the moment.

Extremely attentive to detail and difficult to please; excessively careful and particular.