SAT Vocabulary — Group 9 — Quiz

1. Which definition matches Rigorous? Extremely thorough, strict, and demanding in method or standards. To settle a disagreement or bring two conflicting ideas or people back into harmony. To prove that a statement or argument is false or mistaken by using evidence or logic. Loud, harsh-sounding, and disorderly, often in an unruly or rowdy way.

2. Which definition matches Resilient? Showing good judgment and keen insight, especially about practical matters. Mocking or scornful in a dry, biting way, often through sarcasm. To prove that a statement or argument is false or mistaken by using evidence or logic. Able to recover quickly from difficulty, damage, or hardship.

3. Which definition matches Redundant? Able to recover quickly from difficulty, damage, or hardship. So distasteful or offensive that it provokes strong dislike or disgust. More than what is needed, so that something becomes an unnecessary repetition. To criticize someone sharply, usually because they have done something wrong.

4. Which definition matches Sagacious? Cheerfully confident and optimistic that things will turn out well. Showing good judgment and keen insight, especially about practical matters. Mocking or scornful in a dry, biting way, often through sarcasm. To criticize someone sharply, usually because they have done something wrong.

5. Which definition matches Repugnant? So distasteful or offensive that it provokes strong dislike or disgust. Loud, harsh-sounding, and disorderly, often in an unruly or rowdy way. Extremely careful and thorough about doing what is right, down to the smallest detail. To give up a right, position, or possession, often reluctantly.

6. Which definition matches Ruminate? Mocking or scornful in a dry, biting way, often through sarcasm. Standing out as the most noticeable or important feature of something. To think about something slowly and carefully over a long period of time. Stubbornly defiant of authority or guidance and resistant to being controlled or corrected.

7. Which definition matches Reprehensible? Deserving of strong criticism or blame because it is morally wrong. Occurring very frequently or existing in large amounts, usually said of something undesirable. So distasteful or offensive that it provokes strong dislike or disgust. To prove that a statement or argument is false or mistaken by using evidence or logic.

8. Which definition matches Reconcile? To settle a disagreement or bring two conflicting ideas or people back into harmony. So distasteful or offensive that it provokes strong dislike or disgust. To remember and talk fondly about past experiences. To feel and show deep respect or admiration for someone or something.

9. Which definition matches Relentless? Continuing with great intensity and refusing to stop, slow down, or ease up. To remember and talk fondly about past experiences. More than what is needed, so that something becomes an unnecessary repetition. Showing good judgment and keen insight, especially about practical matters.

10. Which definition matches Sardonic? A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. Extremely careful and thorough about doing what is right, down to the smallest detail. To remember and talk fondly about past experiences. Mocking or scornful in a dry, biting way, often through sarcasm.