Set 109 · Study 1 / 5
Exitthe ability to know or predict events before they happen
The scientist's prescience about climate change has been validated by recent data showing extreme weather patterns.
Set 109 of SAT Vocabulary Level 3 covers 5 words: prescience, pedant, pedantry, malaise, intemperance. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
the ability to know or predict events before they happen
The scientist's prescience about climate change has been validated by recent data showing extreme weather patterns.
a person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning
Despite the interesting topic, the discussion was bogged down by the pedant who insisted on correcting every minor grammatical mistake.
excessive concern for minor details and rules or with displaying academic knowledge
His pedantry regarding the correct use of punctuation made him a difficult colleague to work with on collaborative projects.
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
After months of uncertainty and worry, the community began to experience a pervasive malaise that left everyone feeling listless and unmotivated.
lack of moderation or restraint in consuming food or drink or in behavior
His intemperance in drinking often led to embarrassing situations at social gatherings.