SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 282

Set 282 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: hence, furthermore, abroad, thereby, likewise. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. hence · adverb/hɛns/

   for this reason or as a consequence

   She was tired from her long journey; hence, she decided to take a nap.

   Synonyms: therefore, thus, consequently

   Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'hence', meaning 'from here, from this place or time'.

2. furthermore · adverb/ˈfɜrðərˌmɔr/

   in addition to what has been said

   The project is behind schedule; furthermore, we are also dealing with a shortage of resources.

   Synonyms: moreover, additionally, also

   Origin: Middle English 'furthermore', from 'further' + '-more', where 'further' has roots in Old English 'forð' meaning 'forth' or 'forward'

3. abroad · adverb/əˈbrɔd/

   in or to a foreign country

   She plans to study abroad next year to experience a different culture.

   Synonyms: overseas, internationally, abroad

   Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'on brede', meaning 'on the broad', referring to being far away or outside one's country.

4. thereby · adverb/ðeərˈbaɪ/

   as a result of that

   She increased her study hours, thereby improving her grades significantly.

   Synonyms: thus, hence, consequently

   Origin: Middle English 'thereby', from 'there' + 'by', meaning 'by that (means)'

5. likewise · adverb/ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/

   in the same way or manner

   She enjoyed the concert, and likewise, her friends found it exhilarating.

   Synonyms: similarly, also, as well

   Origin: Middle English, from like + -wise