Set 6 HONORS
SAT WORDS!
Abridge – verb
shorten
• Larry’s school day was abridged because he
had an early dismissal for a dentist
appointment.
• She read an abridged version of Pride and
Prejudice; it was 200 pages shorter than the
original book.
Antidote – noun
something that relieves or
prevents; a remedy that
counteracts the effects of poison
• I have an antidote for stress – a month-long tropical
vacation.
• After the girl was rushed to the hospital,
the doctor administered the
antidote to the poison swiftly and
the patient survived.
Autonomous – adj
independent
• Mrs. Sullivan’s students were focused,
autonomous workers during the Greek
mythology unit. They took responsibility for
their projects and worked independently with
OUTSTANDING results!
Bolster – verb
to support; to strengthen
• Working out has bolstered my stamina; my
strength and endurance has improved.
• Learning new words can bolster your
vocabulary comprehension.
Candor – noun
honesty; sincerity
• I appreciate my friend’s candor. She tells me
when I have spinach in my teeth.
• The Navy Captain is known for his candor; he
does not sugar coat the truth; he “tells it like it
is.”