His conceit prevented him from recognizing the contributions of his team, leading to a lack of collaboration.
synonyms
egoismarrogancevanity
word origin — from Latin 'concipere' meaning 'to conceive or imagine'
SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 218
Set 218 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: conceit, throwback, libel, verve, clique. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
conceit · noun/kənˈsit/
excessive pride in oneself or one's abilities
His conceit prevented him from recognizing the contributions of his team, leading to a lack of collaboration.
Synonyms: egoism, arrogance, vanity
Origin: from Latin 'concipere' meaning 'to conceive or imagine'
throwback · noun/ˈθroʊbæk/
a return to an earlier style, fashion, or activity
The fashion show featured a stunning throwback to the 90s, showcasing bright colors and oversized silhouettes.
Synonyms: reminiscence, throwback, retro
Origin: The word 'throwback' originates from the late 19th century, originally referring to a reversion to an earlier or primitive state, derived from the verb 'throw back' meaning to revert to previous conditions or styles.
libel · noun/ˈlaɪbəl/
a false publication in written form that damages a person's reputation
The newspaper faced a lawsuit for libel after publishing false information about the celebrity's personal life.
Synonyms: defamation, slander, misrepresentation
Origin: derived from Middle English 'libel', from Latin 'libellus', meaning 'little book or document', diminutive of 'liber' meaning 'book'.
verve · noun/vɜrv/
enthusiasm or vigor in artistic work or performance
The artist performed with such verve that the audience was completely captivated by the energy of the show.
Synonyms: energy, flair, spirit
Origin: The word 'verve' originates from the Latin 'verva', meaning 'spring, vigor, or bound', which evolved through Old French 'verve' meaning 'enthusiasm or energy'.
clique · noun/klɪk/
a small, exclusive group of people who share similar interests or activities
Despite their friendly demeanor, the group was often criticized for their closed-off clique that excluded newcomers.
Synonyms: group, circle, faction
Origin: The word 'clique' is derived from the French word 'clique,' which means 'to stick' or 'to adhere,' and has its roots in the Middle French 'cliquer' meaning 'to click.' It entered the English language in the early 19th century.