the minimum number of members required to be present for a valid meeting or decision
example
The board meeting was postponed because it did not meet the required quorum of members.
synonyms
attendancemajorityminimum requirement
word origin — The word 'quorum' is derived from the Latin term 'quorum,' which means 'of whom.' It originally referred to a certain number of members of a committee or organization that must be present for proceedings to be valid.
SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 318
Set 318 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: quorum, caricature, abode, apathy, confluence. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
quorum · noun/ˈkwɔrəm/
the minimum number of members required to be present for a valid meeting or decision
The board meeting was postponed because it did not meet the required quorum of members.
Origin: The word 'quorum' is derived from the Latin term 'quorum,' which means 'of whom.' It originally referred to a certain number of members of a committee or organization that must be present for proceedings to be valid.
caricature · noun/ˈkærɪkətʃər/
a simplified or exaggerated representation of someone or something, often for comic effect
The political cartoon featured a caricature of the mayor, highlighting his most notorious traits for comedic effect.
Synonyms: cartoon, spoof, parody
Origin: The word 'caricature' comes from the Italian 'caricatura', which is derived from 'caricare' meaning 'to load' or 'to exaggerate'.
abode · noun/əˈboʊd/
a place of residence or dwelling
After years of searching, she finally found a cozy abode in the heart of the city.
Synonyms: home, residence, dwelling
Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'abōd', meaning 'a waiting or dwelling', derived from the verb 'abide'
apathy · noun/ˈæpəθi/
lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
The community's apathy towards environmental issues has made it difficult to implement essential initiatives.
Synonyms: indifference, lethargy, disinterest
Origin: from Greek 'apatheia', meaning 'lack of feeling' or 'impassiveness'
confluence · noun/ˈkɑn.flu.əns/
the act or process of merging or coming together
The confluence of different cultures at the festival created a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated diversity.
Synonyms: merger, convergence, junction
Origin: Middle English from Latin 'confluentia', from 'confluere' meaning 'to flow together'