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inventory

noun/ˈɪnvənˌtɔri/

definition

a complete list of items in stock or inventory

example

The store manager conducted an inventory count at the end of the month to ensure all items were in stock.

synonyms
stockcatalogregister
word origin — from Middle English 'inventorie', from Anglo-French 'inventaire', from Latin 'inventarium', meaning a list of items.

inventory, literacy, flaw, merger, infection: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 1 set 300. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. inventory · noun/ˈɪnvənˌtɔri/

    a complete list of items in stock or inventory

    The store manager conducted an inventory count at the end of the month to ensure all items were in stock.

    Synonyms: stock, catalog, register

    Origin: from Middle English 'inventorie', from Anglo-French 'inventaire', from Latin 'inventarium', meaning a list of items.

  2. literacy · noun/ˈlɪt̬.ə.rə.si/

    the ability to read and write

    Many organizations are working to improve literacy rates in rural areas to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to read and write.

    Synonyms: reading ability, writing skill, literacy rate

    Origin: from the Latin word 'littera' meaning 'letter'

  3. flaw · noun/flɔ/

    a defect or weakness in something that reduces its quality or effectiveness

    The architect was worried that a single flaw in the design could compromise the entire structure.

    Synonyms: defect, blemish, imperfection

    Origin: Middle English 'flaw' meaning 'a fragment or a flaw,' from Old Norse 'flaga' meaning 'a slab or a piece'

  4. merger · noun/ˈmɜrdʒər/

    the combination of two or more entities into a single entity

    The merger between the two tech companies was finalized last week, creating one of the industry's largest firms.

    Synonyms: consolidation, combination, amalgamation

    Origin: The word 'merger' comes from the Latin 'mergere', meaning 'to dip' or 'to plunge', which evolved through Middle French 'merger' before entering English in the early 20th century.

  5. infection · noun/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/

    the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues

    The doctor diagnosed her with a bacterial infection that required immediate treatment.

    Synonyms: contagion, disease, illness

    Origin: from Latin 'infectio' meaning 'a defilement, infection'