Set 85 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto adjust or correct the settings or readings of a measuring instrument or system
After noticing the inaccuracies in the temperature readings, the technician had to recalibrate the thermostat to ensure it functioned properly.
Set 85 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: recalibrate, deflate, persecute, elongate, disprove. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to adjust or correct the settings or readings of a measuring instrument or system
After noticing the inaccuracies in the temperature readings, the technician had to recalibrate the thermostat to ensure it functioned properly.
to release air or gas from something causing it to lose pressure or size
After the game, we decided to deflate the soccer ball to make it easier to carry home.
to harass or punish in a manner designed to injure, grieve, or afflict
Throughout history, various groups have been persecuted for their beliefs, leading to widespread suffering and injustice.
to make something longer in duration or distance
The teacher decided to elongate the lesson to ensure that all students fully understood the material.
to prove that something is not true or invalid
The scientist was able to disprove the theory that cold weather causes more illnesses by presenting new research data.