Words in context 2

SAT vocabulary · English · Word dictation · Unit 2

• novice n.: a person who is new to an activity
• obsolete adj.: no longer used because something newer exists
• pragmatic adj.: dealing with problems in a practical, realistic way
• prudent adj.: careful and sensible about possible risks
• reluctant adj.: unwilling or hesitant to do something
• resilient adj.: able to recover quickly after difficulties
• scrutinize v.: to examine something very carefully
• superficial adj.: affecting only the surface; lacking depth
• tentative adj.: not yet certain or agreed; hesitant
• undermine v.: to gradually weaken or damage something
• versatile adj.: having many uses or able to do many things well
• zealous adj.: very enthusiastic and committed to a cause or activity