3000 Common SAT Vocabulary

The vocabulary consists of 3000+ SAT words that high school students, especially in 12th grade, should master before the SAT exam. These words are mainly from recent SAT papers and the College Board's official practice materials.

The vocabulary also includes interactive exercises, such as meaning matching and spelling. These exercises, available for each word, can be launched with a few clicks.

For those who prefer to study SAT vocabulary offline or traditionally, the vocabulary offers printable flashcards and PDF files.
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1   Overview:
3000 Common SAT Vocabulary Words is a middle-level list for test-takers to warm up known words and learn new words. Usually, students need three or more months to finish it. If you aim for well-ranked universities, the list is a solid start to challenge harder SAT vocabulary.

The vocabulary consists of 3000+ SAT words that high school students, especially in 12th grade, should master before the SAT exam. These words are mainly from recent SAT papers and the College Board's official practice materials.

In addition to definitions and explanations, the vocabulary includes interactive exercises, such as meaning matching and spelling. These exercises, available for each word, can be launched with a few clicks. For those who prefer to study SAT vocabulary offline or traditionally, the vocabulary offers printable flashcards and PDF files.

If you want a better SAT score, you must own a strong SAT vocabulary that impacts all test modules. It means that you will spend more time studying SAT words. This list is a good candidate if you schedule 3 months or more. Try some content quickly; you can know if it matches your current vocabulary level and helps to improve vocabulary skills efficiently.

Does this SAT Vocabulary List meet your case? We divide the words into three levels; each consists of 4 groups. Want to view them quickly? Watch them here.



Last but not least, SAT Official Website is the right place to solve problems related to the SAT. If any doubts or questions about SAT vocabulary may impact your preparation and even your final score, don't hesitate to get there and clarify them.

2   Alternative vocabulary:
We know one words list cannot cover all SAT takers' requirements. If you think the 3000 Common SAT Vocabulary List doesn't match your circumstance, please try other lists on the website.

1000 Basic SAT ACT Words, an online vocabulary course, is to help you own 1000 common words for either the SAT or ACT college admission examinations; each word has a definition card, example sentence, single-choice test, spelling exercise, and use cases in classic literature. It groups all words into 30 lessons for online study and practice.



SAT ACT Vocabulary Flashcard is based on a 2000-word SAT/ACT list, which includes all elements of a word: pronunciation, definition, and example sentence. Besides, it offers sample use cases from classic literature, by which you can learn how to use difficult words in sentences from Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, and other masterpieces.



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Words of Group 1: (Part of words, select list to view all.)
abandon
abduction
abject
abrasive
absolute
absolve
absorb
abstinence
abstract
abusive
abyss
academic
accelerate
accessible
accessory
accommodate
accomplice
accord
acknowledge
acme
acquire
acquittal
acute
adage
adamant
adapt
addiction
address
adept
adhere
adjacent
administration
adolescence
adversary
adverse
adversity
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5   Demonstrate word list style:
beam   Pronounce
n. ray of light; a long piece of metal or wood; long piece fixed or movable in structure, machine, or tool
During a severe earthquake, each beam will absorb the shock by crumpling, thereby preventing severe damage to the tower.
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belittle   Pronounce
v. disparage or depreciate; put down
Parents should not belittle their children's early attempts at drawing but should encourage their efforts.
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beneficial   Pronounce
a. helpful; tending to promote physical well-being
Tiny Tim's cheerful good nature had a beneficial influence on Scrooge's charitable disposition.
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benevolent   Pronounce
a. generous in providing aid to others; charitable
Mr. Fezziwig was a benevolent employer who wished to make Christmas merrier for young Scrooge and his other employees.
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bent   Pronounce
a. determined to do or have
We are bent on going to the theater no matter how heavy the snow is.
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beseech   Pronounce
v. beg; plead with; ask for or request earnestly
The workaholic executive's wife had to beseech him to spend more time with their son.
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6   Word meaning matching - Test words you know:
acquire  Speak
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gain through experience or effort; gain possession of; locate with a tracking system
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pamphlet; small book usually having a paper cover
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assimilate or incorporate; suck or drink up; occupy full attention
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bitter hostility; active hatred; hostile feeling or act
allegiance  Speak
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sudden downfall; complete disaster
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famous; well-known; having illustrious past
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talk foolishly or idly; utter meaningless confusion of words or sounds
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loyalty to a nation, sovereign, or cause; fidelity to any person or thing; devotion
animosity  Speak
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act of judging or assessing; amount determined as payable
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offhand or casual; given to haughty disregard of others
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weighting authority; peremptory and dictatorial
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bitter hostility; active hatred; hostile feeling or act
anthropologist  Speak
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settlement or compromise of conflicting opinions; written agreement between two states
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one who studies history and science of mankind
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small planet; any small celestial bodies that revolve around the sun
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over-regulated administrative system
authoritative  Speak
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mildness, as of the weather; merciful, kind, or lenient act
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weighting authority; peremptory and dictatorial
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offhand or casual; given to haughty disregard of others
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quote; adduce as an instance
babble  Speak
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talk foolishly or idly; utter meaningless confusion of words or sounds
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remove the fuse of the bomb; reduce or eliminate the threat
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a metal tool with a sharp edge used to cut and shape stone, wood, or metal
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operatic solo; a solo vocal piece with instrumental accompaniment
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v. gain through experience or effort; gain possession of; locate with a tracking system


Spelling Word: acquire
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v. change for the better; improve; remove faults or errors


Spelling Word: amend
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n. partial or total loss of memory, usually resulting from shock or illness


Spelling Word: amnesia
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n. close attention; work of applying something; verbal or written request for assistance


Spelling Word: application
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n. area of theater or concert hall where the audience sits


Spelling Word: auditorium
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v. pester; annoy persistently; persuade through constant efforts


Spelling Word: badger
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