ACT Reading Vocabulary

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Demean (verb)

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Cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something.

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Solemn (adjective)

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Formal and dignified; serious.

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Immerse (verb)

Back

Involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest; dip or submerge in a liquid.

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Bear (verb)

Back

Endure an ordeal or difficulty.

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Exploit (verb)

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1. Make full use of and derive benefit from; 2. Use a situation or person in an unfair or selfish way.

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Dignity (noun)

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The state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect.

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Interpret (verb)

Back

Explain the meaning of information or actions.

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Significant (adjective)

Back

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

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Ambiguous (adjective)

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Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.

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Submerge (verb)

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Cause to be under water; to immerse.