SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 115

Set 115 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: quiet, proprietary, sufficient, distinct, uniform. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. quiet · adjective/ˈkwaɪət/

   making little or no noise

   The library was pleasantly quiet, allowing me to concentrate on my studies.

   Synonyms: silent, calm, still

   Origin: Middle English, from Anglo-French 'quiet', from Latin 'quietus' meaning 'resting, at rest'

2. proprietary · adjective/prəˈpraɪəˌtɛri/

   relating to an owner or ownership

   The company developed a proprietary software system that gave them a competitive edge in the industry.

   Synonyms: private, exclusive, owned

   Origin: from Latin 'proprietarius', meaning 'owner', from 'proprietas' meaning 'property'

3. sufficient · adjective/səˈfɪʃ.ənt/

   adequate in quantity, quality, or degree to meet the needs

   The project received sufficient funding to cover all necessary expenses.

   Synonyms: adequate, enough, ample

   Origin: from Middle French 'sufficient', from Latin 'sufficientem', which means 'sufficient, adequate'.

4. distinct · adjective/dɪsˈtɪŋkt/

   clearly different or unique from something else

   The two species of birds have distinct characteristics that set them apart from each other.

   Synonyms: different, unique, particular

   Origin: from Latin 'distinctus', the past participle of 'distinguere', meaning 'to distinguish'.

5. uniform · adjective/juː.nɪ.fɔrm/

   not changing in form or character regardless of change in circumstance

   The company's policies are designed to ensure a uniform application of rules across all departments, regardless of their specific circumstances.

   Synonyms: consistent, same, unvarying

   Origin: From Latin 'uniformis', from 'uni-' (one) + 'formis' (shape, form)