SAT/TOEFL/GRE Vocabulary Help: Set 5
Words Related to “Unusual”
1. Eccentric
• Connotation: Suggests unique or odd behavior, often charming or intriguing.
• Example: His eccentric taste in fashion made him stand out at every event.
2. Idiosyncratic
• Connotation: Implies distinctive, personal quirks or characteristics.
• Example: Her idiosyncratic approach to solving problems was both creative and effective.
3. Quirky
• Connotation: Often describes something endearingly unusual or whimsical.
• Example: The quirky café had mismatched furniture and unique decorations.
4. Peculiar
• Connotation: Suggests something odd or different from the norm.
• Example: There was a peculiar smell coming from the old house.
5. Unorthodox
• Connotation: Suggests a departure from convention, often in a bold or innovative way.
• Example: His unorthodox methods yielded impressive results.
Words Related to “Angry”
1. Irate
• Connotation: Suggests intense irritation or rage.
• Example: The irate customer demanded a refund.
2. Furious
• Connotation: Implies an overwhelming or uncontrollable level of anger.
• Example: She was furious when she discovered the damage to her car.
3. Incensed
• Connotation: Indicates anger directed at perceived injustice or offense.
• Example: He was incensed by the unfair accusations.
4. Livid
• Connotation: Suggests visible anger, often with physical manifestations.
• Example: She was livid after hearing about the betrayal.
5. Exasperated
• Connotation: Implies annoyance rather than outright anger.
• Example: The delays left him feeling exasperated.
Words Related to “Fast”
1. Swift
• Connotation: Often used to describe speed in movement or action.
• Example: The swift response of the rescue team saved lives.
2. Rapid
• Connotation: Suggests speed over a brief period.
• Example: The patient showed rapid improvement after starting treatment.
3. Fleet
• Connotation: Often poetic, suggesting agility and grace.
• Example: The fleet deer disappeared into the forest.
4. Brisk
• Connotation: Suggests efficiency and liveliness.
• Example: She walked at a brisk pace to catch the bus.
5. Expeditious
• Connotation: Often used in formal contexts to describe promptness in action.
• Example: The manager ensured the expeditious handling of customer complaints.
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
1. Which word describes someone with unconventional and strange behavior?
EccentricIrate
Swift
Meticulous
2. What word best describes something done with speed and efficiency?
LividPeculiar
Expeditious
Cryptic
3. Which word describes someone extremely angry?
QuirkyFurious
Ambiguous
Vigilant
