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.



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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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convene   Pronounce
v. cause to come together formally
Six days' public notice must be given when announcing the meeting schedules, meaning the earliest the board can next convene is July 24.
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conventional   Pronounce
a. based upon traditional rules; formed by agreement or compact
In Russia, hardliners contend that their nation should rely more on nuclear weapons to offset NATO's superiority in conventional military forces.
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convert   Pronounce
n. change something into another form; transform
However, he suggests that this only be done if the convert is also willingly accepted into his position by the community.
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cordial   Pronounce
a. gracious; showing warmth and friendliness
Our hosts greeted us at the airport with a cordial welcome and a hearty hug.
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corroborate   Pronounce
v. establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts; support with evidence
Though Huck was quite willing to corroborate Tom's story, Aunt Polly knew better than to believe either.
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cosmopolitan   Pronounce
a. sophisticated; of worldwide scope
Her years in the capitol had transformed her into a cosmopolitan young woman highly aware of international affairs.
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6   Word meaning matching - Test words you know:
abusive  Speak
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in utter disorder; lacking visible order or organization
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coarsely insulting; physically harmful; characterized by improper or wrongful use
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change something into another form; transform
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having to do with citizens or the state; courteous and polite
adolescence  Speak
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acquire; take possession of for one's own use; set apart for specific use
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provide physical relief, as from pain; make easier; remove in part
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state of growing up from childhood to manhood or womanhood; transitional period between youth and maturity
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state of being nameless; one that is unknown or unacknowledged
altercation  Speak
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a noisy quarrel; contention in words; dispute carried on with heat or anger; controversy
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military stores or provisions; articles used in weapons, as powder, balls, shot, shells
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in utter disorder; lacking visible order or organization
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firm dislike; turning away; avoidance of a thing, situation, or behavior because of dislike
amnesty  Speak
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small waterfall; sudden downpour
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the general pardon granted by the government, especially for political offenses
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emotionally hardened; unfeeling; toughened
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acquire; take possession of for one's own use; set apart for specific use
apparatus  Speak
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state of being nameless; one that is unknown or unacknowledged
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rubbing away; tending to grind down
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a group of parts that work together to perform a given function; appliance, or device for a particular purpose
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state of growing up from childhood to manhood or womanhood; transitional period between youth and maturity
arrest  Speak
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quack; one who pretends to knowledge, skill, or importance
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frankness; quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
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acquire; take possession of for one's own use; set apart for specific use
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stop or slow down; catch someone's attention; take into custody
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a. quickly perceptive; keen; having a sharp point or tip; extremely sharp or severe


Spelling Word: acute
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a. extremely hard; inflexible; stubbornly unyielding


Spelling Word: adamant
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n. object worn, especially around the neck, as a charm against evil or injury; charm


Spelling Word: amulet
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n. irregularity; a person or something unusual; departure from the normal or common order


Spelling Word: anomaly
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n. covered passageway, usually lined with shops; simple arched opening in a wall; vault or vaulted place


Spelling Word: arcade
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n. sharp projection from fishhook; openly cutting remark


Spelling Word: barb
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