Set 35 · Study 1 / 5
Exitcollapse inward violently due to external pressure
The old, abandoned building was left to decay, and eventually, it began to implode under its own weight.
Set 35 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: implode, repel, fluctuate, perturb, overthrow. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
collapse inward violently due to external pressure
The old, abandoned building was left to decay, and eventually, it began to implode under its own weight.
to drive or force back or away
The strong scent of the flowers helped to repel insects from the garden.
to rise and fall irregularly in number or amount
The stock prices tend to fluctuate significantly during market hours, causing both excitement and anxiety among investors.
to disturb or disquiet greatly in mind
The unexpected news about the layoffs began to perturb the employees, causing anxiety throughout the office.
to remove from power or control by force
The rebels aimed to overthrow the oppressive regime that had ruled for decades.