SAT Words in Context Practice
Words in Context questions are not vocabulary flash cards. The right answer must fit the sentence's logic, tone, and nearby clues.
What this page covers
Skill-focused practice with answers and explanations.
Free practice questions
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The team's first result was anomalous: unlike every other trial, it showed a sudden drop in temperature. As used in the text, 'anomalous' most nearly means
The result differed from every other trial, so 'anomalous' means unusual or out of the expected pattern.
The critic's review was measured, praising the film's acting while also noting its uneven pacing. As used in the text, 'measured' most nearly means
The critic gives both praise and criticism. In this context, 'measured' means restrained and balanced.
The mayor described the transit plan as ambitious because it would require new stations, more drivers, and a larger budget. As used in the text, 'ambitious' most nearly means
The plan requires major resources, so 'ambitious' means demanding or requiring significant effort.
How to practice this topic
A few rules that make review sessions more useful.
- Cover the answer choices and predict a simple meaning from the sentence first.
- Do not choose a definition just because it is familiar. Choose the meaning that fits the passage.
- Tone matters. A neutral context usually needs a neutral answer.
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