SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 41

Set 41 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: nestle, imprison, emanate, overturn, flourish. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. nestle · verb/ˈnɛsəl/

   to settle or lie comfortably within something

   After a long hike, I decided to nestle into my sleeping bag to enjoy the warmth and comfort it provided.

   Synonyms: snuggle, cuddle, settle

   Origin: Middle English 'nestlen', from 'nest' + '-le', a diminutive suffix.

2. imprison · verb/ɪmˈprɪz.ən/

   to confine someone in a prison or to restrict their freedom

   The government decided to imprison the criminal for several years due to his heinous acts.

   Synonyms: confine, detain, incarcerate

   Origin: from Old French 'emprisonner', from 'en-' (in) + 'prison' (prison), derived from Latin 'prensio', meaning to take or seize.

3. emanate · verb/ˈɛm.ə.neɪt/

   to flow out from a source

   A calming aura seemed to emanate from the tranquil garden, inviting visitors to relax.

   Synonyms: emerge, issue, radiate

   Origin: from Latin 'emanare', from 'e-' (out of) + 'manare' (to flow)

4. overturn · verb/ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

   to reverse or invalidate a decision or ruling

   The appellate court decided to overturn the lower court's ruling, citing new evidence that had emerged.

   Synonyms: reverse, annul, invalidate

   Origin: The word 'overturn' originates from the combination of 'over' meaning 'above or beyond' and 'turn' meaning 'to rotate or change position.'

5. flourish · verb/ˈflɔrɪʃ/

   to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way

   With the right amount of sunlight and care, the plants will flourish in the garden.

   Synonyms: thrive, prosper, bloom

   Origin: Latin 'florere', meaning 'to flourish or blossom'