SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 13

Set 13 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: culminate, communicate, deploy, maximize, administer. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. culminate · verb/ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/

   to reach the highest point or final stage

   The project will culminate in a grand opening ceremony that showcases our achievements.

   Synonyms: conclude, peak, climax

   Origin: derived from the Latin word 'culminare', meaning 'to reach the top' or 'to culminate', from 'culmen' meaning 'top, peak'

2. communicate · verb/kəˈmjunɪˌkeɪt/

   to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings

   We need to communicate our ideas clearly to ensure everyone understands the project goals.

   Synonyms: inform, convey, share

   Origin: From Latin 'communicare', meaning 'to share' or 'to make common'.

3. deploy · verb/dɪˈplɔɪ/

   to arrange or utilize resources or personnel for a specific purpose

   The company decided to deploy extra personnel to enhance customer service during the holiday season.

   Synonyms: position, utilize, arrange

   Origin: late Middle English, from Old French 'déployer', meaning 'to unfold' or 'to spread out'

4. maximize · verb/ˈmæksɪmaɪz/

   to increase to the highest possible level

   The new marketing strategy aims to maximize profits by targeting a broader audience.

   Synonyms: enhance, amplify, boost

   Origin: from the Latin 'maximare', meaning 'to make the greatest' (from 'maximus', meaning 'greatest')

5. administer · verb/ədˈmɪnɪstər/

   to manage or oversee the execution of something

   The manager was tasked to administer the new policy changes across all departments to ensure compliance.

   Synonyms: manage, oversee, direct

   Origin: from Latin 'administrare', meaning 'to conduct' or 'to manage', from 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'ministre' meaning 'to serve'