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savant

noun/sæˈvɑnt/

definition

a person of profound or extensive learning or knowledge

example

Despite his young age, the mathematician was considered a true savant in the field of algebra, astonishing everyone with his groundbreaking theories.

synonyms
expertscholarsage
word origin — The word 'savant' comes from the French word 'savant,' meaning 'knowing' or 'wise,' which is derived from the Latin 'sapere,' meaning 'to be wise or to taste.'

savant, disquiet, prerogative, missive, trepidation: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 3 set 317. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. savant · noun/sæˈvɑnt/

    a person of profound or extensive learning or knowledge

    Despite his young age, the mathematician was considered a true savant in the field of algebra, astonishing everyone with his groundbreaking theories.

    Synonyms: expert, scholar, sage

    Origin: The word 'savant' comes from the French word 'savant,' meaning 'knowing' or 'wise,' which is derived from the Latin 'sapere,' meaning 'to be wise or to taste.'

  2. disquiet · noun/dɪsˈkwaɪɪt/

    a feeling of anxiety or worry

    The disquiet among the residents about the proposed construction project was palpable, as many feared it would disrupt their community.

    Synonyms: unease, anxiety, apprehension

    Origin: Middle English, from Latin 'disquietare' meaning to disturb, from 'dis-' (opposite) + 'quietare' (to quiet)

  3. prerogative · noun/prɪˈrɑɡətɪv/

    a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or group

    As the team leader, it is her prerogative to decide the direction of the project.

    Synonyms: privilege, right, advantage

    Origin: Late Middle English: from Latin 'praerogativa', from 'praerogare' meaning 'to ask beforehand'.

  4. missive · noun/ˈmɪsɪv/

    a written message or letter

    The ambassador sent a formal missive to the foreign ministry, outlining the terms of the latest negotiation.

    Synonyms: message, letter, communication

    Origin: from Latin 'missiva', from 'mittere' meaning 'to send'

  5. trepidation · noun/ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/

    a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

    With great trepidation, she stepped onto the stage for her first public performance.

    Synonyms: apprehension, anxiety, dread

    Origin: from Latin 'trepidationem', meaning 'trembling, alarm', from 'trepidare', meaning 'to tremble'