High-frequency sat words

English

Definition

Vocabulary words that appear repeatedly on the SAT and other standardized tests. These are typically Tier 2 academic words used across subjects, such as "ambiguous," "pragmatic," and "substantiate," and knowing them improves reading comprehension and writing scores.

Examples

  • Ambiguous (unclear, having more than one meaning)
  • Pragmatic (practical, concerned with real-world results)
  • Substantiate (to provide evidence to support a claim)

Related Terms

Tier 2 words Act vocabulary Vocabulary strategies Context clues

Study This Concept

Practice high-frequency SAT words with free review games in these units:

Vocabulary Unit 6: SAT/ACT Vocabulary