SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 106

Set 106 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: restriction, indicator, anecdote, peninsula, jurisdiction. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. restriction · noun/rɪˈstrɪkʃən/

   a limitation or control on something

   The government imposed a restriction on the amount of water usage during the drought.

   Synonyms: limitation, constraint, regulation

   Origin: from Middle French 'restriction', from Latin 'restrictio', from 'restringere' meaning 'to bind back'

2. indicator · noun/ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtər/

   a sign or piece of information that indicates something

   The unemployment rate is a key economic indicator that helps assess the health of the job market.

   Synonyms: sign, signal, marker

   Origin: from Latin 'indicātor', meaning 'one who points out or indicates'

3. anecdote · noun/ˈænɪkdoʊt/

   a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person

   During the meeting, she shared a humorous anecdote about her childhood that had everyone laughing.

   Synonyms: tale, story, narrative

   Origin: The word 'anecdote' comes from the Greek 'anekdota', meaning 'unpublished items', from 'an-' (not) + 'ekdotos' (published).

4. peninsula · noun/pəˈnɪn.sə.lə/

   a landmass surrounded by water on three sides

   The Italian peninsula is renowned for its rich history and stunning landscapes, attracting millions of tourists every year.

   Synonyms: cape, promontory, point

   Origin: from Latin 'paeninsula', from 'paene' meaning 'almost' and 'insula' meaning 'island'

5. jurisdiction · noun/ˌdʒʊrɪsˈdɪkʃən/

   the official power to make legal decisions and judgments

   The court has jurisdiction over cases involving federal law.

   Synonyms: authority, control, supervision

   Origin: from Latin 'jurisdictio', which is a combination of 'jus' (law) and 'dictio' (saying or declaration)