Let’s solve this SAT Vocabulary matching task step by step.
We need to match each word (1–12) with its correct part of speech and definition (A–L).
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Step 1: Look at each word and think about what it means.
1.
adapt – This usually means to change something to fit a new situation.
→ That matches
F: *v. to make up a new purpose; to accommodate oneself to a new condition, setting, or situation*
2.
advent – This means the arrival or beginning of something important.
→ Matches
I: *n. the arrival or creation of something (usu. historic)*
3.
adept – This describes someone who is very skilled.
→ Matches
G: *adj. having knowledge or skill (usu. in a particular area)*
4.
advocate – Can be a noun (someone who supports something) or verb (to support).
→ Matches
N: *n. someone who promotes or defends something; v. to defend or promote something (usu. a belief, theory, opinion, etc.)*
5.
aesthetic – Relates to beauty or taste.
→ Matches
L: *adj. relating to beauty or refined taste*
6.
accordingly – Means “in accordance with” or “as a result.”
→ Matches
D: *adv. in accordance with*
7.
abysmal – Means extremely bad.
→ Matches
C: *adj. extremely bad*
8.
adequate – Means enough or sufficient for a purpose.
→ Matches
H: *adj. having sufficient qualifications to meet a specific task or purpose*
9.
abate – Means to become less intense or active.
→ Matches
A: *v. to become less active, less intense, or less in amount*
10.
abstract – Can mean not real or physical — existing only in the mind.
→ Matches
B: *adj. existing purely in the mind; not representing actual reality*
11.
acquisition – The act of gaining or getting something.
→ Matches
E: *n. the act of gaining possession of something*
12.
adversarial – Relating to opposition or hostility.
→ Matches
J: *adj. relating to hostile opposition*
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Now let’s double-check each match:
1. adapt → F
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2. advent → I
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3. adept → G
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4. advocate → N
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5. aesthetic → L
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6. accordingly → D
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7. abysmal → C
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8. adequate → H
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9. abate → A
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10. abstract → B
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11. acquisition → E
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12. adversarial → J
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All matches are logical and fit standard definitions.
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Final Answer:
1. F
2. I
3. G
4. N
5. L
6. D
7. C
8. H
9. A
10. B
11. E
12. J
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of vocabulary check worksheet.