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Success and Reliability

SAT Exam Essential Vocabulary / Success and Reliability

Success and Reliability

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overcome
o
ver
come
Verb

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

She overcame obstacles in her career by demonstrating resilience and determination.

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out
com
pete
Verb

to perform better or achieve superior results compared to someone or something else in a competitive context

The new software is designed to outcompete all existing applications in terms of speed and functionality.

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circumvent
cir
cum
vent
Verb

to evade an obligation, question, or problem by means of excuses or dishonesty

Many companies circumvent their environmental responsibilities by outsourcing to suppliers in other countries.

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transcend
tran
scend
Verb

to go beyond a particular limit, quality, or standard, often in an exceptional way

His achievements in the field of science are likely to transcend those of his predecessors.

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exceed
exc
eed
Verb

to surpass a set standard or limit in scope or size

The project's expenses exceed the allocated budget.

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resolve
re
solve
Verb

to find a way to solve a disagreement or issue

The couple attended counseling to resolve their marital conflicts.

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conquer
con
quer
Verb

to gain control of a place or people using armed forces

The army worked strategically to conquer the enemy's territory.

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subdue
sub
due
Verb

to bring something or someone under control, often using authority or force

The police officer had to subdue the suspect during the altercation.

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suppress
supp
ress
Verb

to consciously control the expression of emotions, desires, or behavior

She recently suppressed her laughter during the serious meeting.

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encroach
enc
roach
Verb

to gradually moving forward or extending beyond established boundaries or limits

The company's expansion plans gradually encroach on the outskirts of the town, prompting discussions about urban development.

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overtake
o
ver
take
Verb

to catch up to and pass by something or someone that is moving in the same direction

The car overtook us on the highway, speeding past at a rapid pace.

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prevail
pre
vail
Verb

to prove to be superior in strength, influence, or authority

Despite facing numerous challenges, the team's resilience allowed them to prevail in the final moments of the game, securing a dramatic victory.

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attain
a
ttain
Verb

to succeed in reaching a goal, after hard work

After years of studying, she finally attained her dream of becoming a doctor.

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achieve
a
chieve
Verb

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

After years of hard work and dedication, she finally achieved her dream of becoming a published author.

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obtain
ob
tain
Verb

to get something, often with difficulty

She obtains a new book from the library every week.

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acquire
acq
uire
Verb

to buy or begin to have something

Sophie was thrilled to acquire a rare and valuable stamp for her collection.

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secure
se
cure
Verb

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

After months of negotiations, they finally secured a contract with the new client.

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capitalize
ca
pi
ta
lize
Verb

to provide a business with the necessary funds by using a combination of investment from shareholders and loans from lenders

Entrepreneurs often seek to capitalize their startups through a mix of equity and loans.

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advance
ad
vance
Noun

progress or improvement in a particular area

The company's technological advance has been remarkable this year.

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flourish
flourish
Verb

to grow in a healthy and strong way

The garden began to flourish with proper sunlight and watering.

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surpass
sur
pass
Verb

to exceed in quality or achievement

Her exceptional skills allowed her to surpass her competitors in the singing competition.

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outgrow
out
grow
Verb

to become too large, mature, or experienced for something

She had to buy new clothes as her children quickly began to outgrow their old ones.

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burgeon
bur
geon
Verb

to have a rapid development or growth

The tech industry continues to burgeon with the introduction of innovative products.

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outlive
out
live
Verb

to live for a longer period than another individual

She managed to outlive her younger sister by several years.

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thrive
thrive
Verb

(of an animal, child, or plant) to grow with strength, health, or energy

The baby thrived in the loving and supportive care of her family.

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accomplishment
a
ccomp
lish
ment
Noun

a desired and impressive goal achieved through hard work

Graduating with honors was a significant accomplishment for Sarah after years of dedicated study.

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fulfillment
ful
fill
ment
Noun

a feeling of happiness when one's needs are satisfied

She found great fulfillment in helping others through her volunteer work.

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mastery
mas
te
ry
Noun

great knowledge and exceptional skill in a field

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recognition
re
cog
ni
tion
Noun

the act of accepting that something exists, is true or legal

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ascendance
asc
en
dance
Noun

the state of gaining power, control, or dominance over others

The company's ascendance in the market was swift and unexpected.

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prosperity
pros
pe
ri
ty
Noun

the state of economical growth and wealth

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triumph
triumph
Noun

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

The team's triumph in the championship game was celebrated by fans all across the city.

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accolade
a
cco
lade
Noun

a mark of recognition for excellence or accomplishment, often in the form of a title, medal, or public acknowledgment

She received the highest accolade in journalism for her investigative work.

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zenith
ze
nith
Noun

the highest point that a certain celestial body reaches, directly above an observer

At noon, the sun reached its zenith, directly overhead.

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auspicious
aus
pi
cious
Adjective

indicating that something is very likely to succeed in the future

Finding a rare coin on the street made her day start in an auspicious manner.

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sure
fire
Adjective

bound to succeed or happen as expected

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effectual
e
ffec
tual
Adjective

having the power to achieve a desired outcome or make a strong impression

The new marketing strategy proved to be effectual in increasing sales.

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validate
va
li
date
Verb

to confirm or prove the accuracy, authencity, or effectiveness of something

Rigorous testing and positive user feedback validated the reliability of the mobile app.

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confirm
confirm
Verb

to show or say that something is the case, particularly by providing proof

The doctor confirmed the diagnosis with the results of the blood test.

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authenticate
au
then
ti
cate
Verb

to confirm the truth or origin of something

The unique serial number on the painting authenticated its origin.

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credibility
cre
di
bi
li
ty
Noun

a quality that renders a thing or person as trustworthy or believable

Her extensive experience in the field added significant credibility to her research findings.

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fac
tua
li
ty
Noun

the quality or state of being factual or true

The factuality of the news report was confirmed by multiple sources.

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certification
cer
ti
fi
ca
tion
Noun

the act of certifying or bestowing a franchise on

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accuracy
a
ccu
ra
cy
Noun

the state or quality of being without any errors

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verisimilitude
ve
ri
si
mi
li
tude
Noun

the state or quality of implying the truth

The novel’s attention to historical detail added a layer of verisimilitude to its fictional narrative.

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reputable
rep
u
tab
le
Adjective

respected and trusted due to having a good reputation

The reputable doctor is known for his expertise and compassionate care.

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authoritative
au
tho
ri
ta
tive
Adjective

having a confident and commanding presence that conveys authority and expertise

The professor's authoritative tone made the students take his lecture seriously.

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genuine
genuine
Adjective

truly what something appears to be, without any falseness, imitation, or deception

The diamond ring was confirmed to be genuine, with authentic gemstones and precious metals.

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comprehensive
comp
re
hen
sive
Adjective

covering or including all aspects of something

The comprehensive report provided a detailed overview of the project, addressing every aspect from start to finish.

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dependable
de
pen
da
ble
Adjective

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

She's dependable, always coming through when needed and proving to be trustworthy in all situations.

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