Sat Vocabulary Unit 2 9th Grade

The word 'precarious' is synonymous with 'unstable', as it refers to something that is not securely held in place and is likely to collapse or fail. The incorrect answers do not accurately capture the meaning of precarious.

A bolster is something that provides support, therefore 'support' is the correct synonym.

Apathy refers to a lack of emotion or interest, whereas enthusiasm, passion, and zeal all indicate the opposite of apathy.

The word 'fervent' conveys the meaning of enthusiasm and intense emotion, making 'passionate' a suitable synonym. On the other hand, 'apathetic', 'indifferent', and 'cold' have opposite meanings and do not align with the definition of 'fervent'.

The correct answer 'gather together; flock' refers to people or animals coming together in a group, while the incorrect answers are opposite in meaning or unrelated to the act of congregating.

Corroborate means to confirm or support a statement or finding.

The term 'expository' refers to providing information or explaining a topic in a clear and concise manner, which aligns more closely with the term 'explanatory'. The incorrect options 'descriptive', 'persuasive', and 'analytical' have different meanings that do not directly correspond to the definition of 'expository'.

The correct answer 'to intimidate' means to make someone feel afraid or less confident. The incorrect answers 'to encourage', 'to comfort', and 'to confuse' do not accurately reflect the meaning of the word 'daunt'.

Ambiguous means having multiple interpretations or meanings, making it unclear or vague. The word 'ambiguous' is the opposite of 'clear', 'specific', or 'decisive'.

The correct definition of vagrant refers to a person who is wandering and homeless, often with no permanent residence.