SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 253

Set 253 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: anemia, tempo, norm, blaze, consensus. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. anemia · noun/əˈniː.miə/

   a condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood

   The doctor diagnosed her with iron-deficiency anemia after noting her fatigue and pallor.

   Synonyms: blood deficiency, hyp anemia, low red blood cell count

   Origin: From Greek 'anaimia' meaning 'lack of blood'; 'an-' meaning 'without' and 'haima' meaning 'blood'.

2. tempo · noun/ˈtɛmpoʊ/

   the speed at which a piece of music is played

   The conductor adjusted the tempo of the symphony to create a more dramatic effect during the climax of the piece.

   Synonyms: pace, rhythm, speed

   Origin: from Italian 'tempo', meaning 'time' or 'a time', derived from Latin 'tempus', meaning 'time'

3. norm · noun/nɔrm/

   a standard or pattern of behavior that is typical or expected in a group or society

   In many cultures, it is a social norm for people to greet each other with a handshake when meeting for the first time.

   Synonyms: standard, rule, guideline

   Origin: from Latin 'norma', meaning 'a carpenter's square, pattern, rule'

4. blaze · noun/bleɪz/

   a strong flame or fire

   The blaze quickly engulfed the dry forest, illuminating the night sky with bright flames.

   Synonyms: flame, fire, conflagration

   Origin: Middle English 'blase', from Old English 'blæse', meaning a fire or flame.

5. consensus · noun/kənˈsɛn.səs/

   general agreement among a group

   After much discussion, the committee reached a consensus on the new policy.

   Synonyms: agreement, accord, unity

   Origin: Late Latin 'consensus', from 'consenti' meaning 'to agree'.