intermediate Level

Vocabulary Quiz: A Words

Test your knowledge of 29 words starting with A

Question 1synonym

Abrogate

To repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement).

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Emphasize
B. Revoke
C. Bitter
D. Permit
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✓ Correct Answer: Revoke

Question 2synonym

Accentuate

To make more noticeable or prominent.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Bitter
B. Permit
C. Emphasize
D. Revoke
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✓ Correct Answer: Emphasize

Question 3synonym

Acquiesce

To accept something reluctantly but without protest.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Emphasize
B. Permit
C. Revoke
D. Bitter
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✓ Correct Answer: Permit

Question 4synonym

Acrimonious

(Typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Permit
B. Emphasize
C. Revoke
D. Bitter
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✓ Correct Answer: Bitter

Question 5synonym

Adroit

Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Skillful
B. Permit
C. Emphasize
D. Revoke
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✓ Correct Answer: Skillful

Question 6synonym

Affable

Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Permit
B. Friendly
C. Emphasize
D. Revoke
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✓ Correct Answer: Friendly

Question 7synonym

Affinity

A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Permit
B. Empathy
C. Emphasize
D. Revoke
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✓ Correct Answer: Empathy

Question 8synonym

Agenda

n. 불가지회의론자

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Permit
B. Emphasize
C. Revoke
D. Similar
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✓ Correct Answer: Similar

Question 9synonym

Agrarian

Relating to cultivated land or the cultivation of land.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Emphasize
B. Permit
C. Revoke
D. Agricultural
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✓ Correct Answer: Agricultural

Question 10synonym

Aloof

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Detached
B. Revoke
C. Permit
D. Emphasize
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✓ Correct Answer: Detached

About This Quiz

This quiz covers intermediate-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter A. Mastering these words will help you succeed on the SAT Reading and Writing sections. Each question tests your understanding of word meanings through synonym and antonym identification, common formats on the Digital SAT. Practice regularly to build your vocabulary and improve your score.