SAT/ACT
VOCABULARY
English III Unit 1C
Quiz: Friday
jaded
(adj.)
tired, bored, or lacking
enthusiasm, typically after having
had too much of something
He became jaded from years of
work as a police officer.
meritorious
(adj.)
worthy, deserving recognition and
praise
Of all his achievements, winning
the gold medal was definitely his
most meritorious.
prerogative
(n.)
a special right or privilege; a
special quality showing excellence
She seemed to feel that a snooze
at her desk was not an annoying
habit, but the prerogative of a
veteran employee.
simulate
(v.)
to make a pretense of, imitate; to
show the outer signs of
Some skilled actors can simulate
emotions they might never have
felt in life.
umbrage
(n.) shade cast by trees; foliage giving
shade; an overshadowing influence or
power; offense, resentment; a vague
suspicion.
She hesitated to offer her opinion,
fearing they would take umbrage at
her criticism.
jaded
Synonyms: sated,
cynical, bored, tired,
weary
Antonyms:
unspoiled, fresh,
activated
meritorious
Synonyms:
praiseworthy,
laudable,
commendable
Antonyms:
blameworthy,
reprehensible
prerogative
Synonyms:
prerequisite, perk,
advantage
Antonyms: duty,
obligation
simulate
Synonyms: pretend,
affect, mimic
Antonyms: be
honest, reveal
umbrage
Synonyms: irritation,
pique
Antonyms: pleasure,
delight, satisfaction