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sum

noun/sʌm/

definition

the total amount obtained by adding two or more numbers or quantities

example

The sum of the numbers 5 and 8 is 13.

synonyms
totalamountaggregate
word origin — from Latin 'summa', meaning 'the highest, total amount'

sum, liberty, fabrication, realm, concentration: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 1 set 153. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. sum · noun/sʌm/

    the total amount obtained by adding two or more numbers or quantities

    The sum of the numbers 5 and 8 is 13.

    Synonyms: total, amount, aggregate

    Origin: from Latin 'summa', meaning 'the highest, total amount'

  2. liberty · noun/ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

    the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views

    The founding fathers fought for the liberty of all citizens, believing that everyone should have the right to express their opinions freely.

    Synonyms: freedom, autonomy, independence

    Origin: from Old French 'liberté', from Latin 'libertatem' (nominative 'libertas'), meaning 'freedom, liberty'.

  3. fabrication · noun/ˌfæb.rɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

    the action or process of manufacturing or inventing something, especially something false

    The fabrication of the evidence was discovered during the investigation, revealing a complex web of deceit.

    Synonyms: manufacture, invention, concoction

    Origin: From Latin 'fabricatio', meaning 'a making, a building, or a preparation,' derived from 'fabricare' meaning 'to make.'

  4. realm · noun/rɛlm/

    a domain or area of activity, interest, or influence

    The scientist made significant contributions to the realm of genetics, expanding our understanding of heredity.

    Synonyms: domain, sphere, territory

    Origin: Middle English 'realme', from Old French 'realisme', from 'real' meaning 'royal' and 'me' meaning 'domain'.

  5. concentration · noun/ˌkɑn.sənˈtreɪ.ʃən/

    the action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort

    His concentration wavered during the long lecture, making it difficult for him to absorb the information.

    Synonyms: focus, attention, engagement

    Origin: Derived from the Latin 'concentrare', meaning 'to bring together'.