Set 118 · Study 1 / 5
Exitan assumption that is taken for granted without proof
His presumption that everyone would agree with his opinion created tension in the meeting.
Set 118 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: presumption, antiseptic, brevity, famine, reciprocity. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
an assumption that is taken for granted without proof
His presumption that everyone would agree with his opinion created tension in the meeting.
a substance that inhibits the growth of microorganisms on living tissue
After the injury, the nurse applied an antiseptic to prevent infection.
the quality of being brief in duration or expression
The brevity of the presentation impressed the audience, as it conveyed the key points without unnecessary detail.
extreme scarcity of food affecting a large number of people
The severe famine left thousands of families struggling to survive as crops failed across the region.
the practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit
The success of community programs often hinges on the principle of reciprocity, where members support each other for mutual benefit.