SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 193

Set 193 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: inquisitive, dormant, reckless, weary, impeccable. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. inquisitive · adjective/ɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv/

   eager to know or learn something

   The inquisitive child asked a lot of questions during the museum tour, eager to learn more about the exhibits.

   Synonyms: curious, inquiring, probing

   Origin: from Latin inquisitivus, meaning 'inquisitive, inquiring', derived from the verb inquirere (to inquire).

2. dormant · adjective/ˈdɔrmənt/

   inactive or in a state of rest or inactivity

   The dormant volcano had not erupted in over a century, leaving scientists to monitor its potential activity.

   Synonyms: inactive, asleep, latent

   Origin: from Middle English, from Old French dormant, present participle of dormir 'to sleep', from Latin dormire

3. reckless · adjective/ˈrɛk.lɪs/

   showing a lack of concern for the consequences of one's actions

   Driving at such high speeds in a crowded area is a reckless decision that could lead to serious accidents.

   Synonyms: careless, heedless, impulsive

   Origin: Middle English 'rekless', from Old Norse 'reklaus', meaning 'careless' or 'negligent'

4. weary · adjective/ˈwɪri/

   feeling or showing extreme tiredness or fatigue

   After a long day of hiking, she felt weary and ready for a good night's sleep.

   Synonyms: tired, fatigued, exhausted

   Origin: Old English 'wēary', from the Proto-West Germanic '*wērīg', meaning 'tired, weary'.

5. impeccable · adjective/ɪmˈpɛkəbl/

   free from flaws or mistakes; flawless

   Her impeccable taste in fashion always leaves everyone in awe.

   Synonyms: flawless, perfect, unblemished

   Origin: late Middle English: from Latin impeccabilis, from in- 'not' + peccare 'to sin'