Set 145 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto impose or collect a charge, tax, or fine
The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods to increase its revenue.
Set 145 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: levy, exaggerate, testify, depict, ensue. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to impose or collect a charge, tax, or fine
The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods to increase its revenue.
to represent something as greater or more significant than it really is
She tends to exaggerate her achievements, claiming she single-handedly saved the company from bankruptcy.
to give evidence as a witness in a court of law or to make a statement based on personal knowledge
During the trial, the witness was called to testify about what he had seen on the night of the incident.
to represent or portray in words, images, or other forms
The mural on the wall depicts a vibrant scene of the city during the festival, capturing the energy and excitement of the event.
to occur as a result or consequence
After the scandal broke, chaos ensued in the company as employees began to panic and rumors spread.