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Základní Slovní Zásoba pro Zkoušku SAT - Literární slova

Zde se naučíte některá anglická literární slova, jako je „connive“, „pathos“, „semblance“ atd., která budete potřebovat, abyste zvládli své SAT.

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SAT Exam Essential Vocabulary
acquirement
[Podstatné jméno]

an ability or skill that has been developed through training or practice

osvojení, získání

osvojení, získání

Ex: acquirement of culinary skills allowed him to prepare gourmet meals effortlessly .
versed
[Přídavné jméno]

knowledgeable or skilled in a particular field or activity, typically as a result of experience or study

znalý, obeznámený

znalý, obeznámený

Ex: As a historian, she is well versed in ancient civilizations and their cultural practices.
intrepid
[Přídavné jméno]

very courageous and not afraid of situations that are dangerous

neohrožený, statečný

neohrožený, statečný

Ex: Known for intrepid adventures , the team tackled the most hazardous expeditions .
temerity
[Podstatné jméno]

the quality of being foolishly or rudely bold

smělost, důvtip

smělost, důvtip

Ex: She could n’t believe temerity required to make such bold claims in the report .
evenhanded
[Přídavné jméno]

fair in judgment or treatment

nestranný, vyrovnaný

nestranný, vyrovnaný

Ex: A good leader evenhanded during conflicts , striving to find solutions that satisfy all parties involved .
accursed
[Přídavné jméno]

condemned to suffer or face misfortune as a result of supernatural punishment

prokletý, zatracený

prokletý, zatracený

Ex: The villagers feared accursed forest , where strange occurrences were said to happen after dark .
trying
[Přídavné jméno]

difficult to deal with

náročný, obtížný

náročný, obtížný

taxing
[Přídavné jméno]

demanding or requiring a considerable amount of effort and energy to deal with

náročný, vyčerpávající

náročný, vyčerpávající

Ex: Managing multiple deadlines became quite taxing.
garb
[Podstatné jméno]

the clothes or attire that someone wears, often chosen for a specific occasion or purpose

oděv, oblečení

oděv, oblečení

Ex: The superhero 's garb consists of a mask and cape , concealing their true identity .
order
[Podstatné jméno]

a group of people organized together because they share similar interests or goals

řád, pořádek

řád, pořádek

Ex: The order advocated for social justice and equality among marginalized groups .
heather
[Podstatné jméno]

yarn or fabric with mixed colors that create muted greyish shades, often with flecks of other colors

melírovaná příze, melírovaná látka

melírovaná příze, melírovaná látka

Ex: The heather upholstery on the chair blended harmoniously with the room's neutral decor.
clump
[Podstatné jméno]

a tightly packed or clustered group or mass

shluk, kompakt

shluk, kompakt

Ex: There was clump of bushes in the corner of the garden .
feast
[Podstatné jméno]

a meal with fine food or a large meal for many people celebrating a special event

hostina, večeře

hostina, večeře

Ex: The feast was a grand affair , with a variety of dishes prepared to delight the honored guests and mark the occasion joyfully .
bristle
[Podstatné jméno]

a short and thick hair

štětec, chmýr

štětec, chmýr

sundry
[Přídavné jméno]

a collection of different kinds of items gathered together without any particular order

různé, nejrůznější

různé, nejrůznější

Ex: The garage sale sundry household items like lamps , vases , and kitchen utensils .
modicum
[Podstatné jméno]

a relatively small degree of a good and desirable thing

miskový, malé množství

miskový, malé množství

Ex: The project was completed with modicum of enthusiasm despite the tight deadline .
to attend
[sloveso]

to manage or take care of a situation, task, or responsibility successfully

postarat se o, věnovat se

postarat se o, věnovat se

Ex: The manager attended to the issue before it escalated.
to trail
[sloveso]

to be pulled along by a leading force

vléci, táhnout

vléci, táhnout

Ex: As the boat picked up speed , a wake of foamy trailed behind it .
tippler
[Podstatné jméno]

a person who regularly enjoys drinking alcohol, often seen indulging in social settings

pijan, alkoholik

pijan, alkoholik

Ex: Among friends , he 's considered tippler who always knows the best places for a drink .
melancholy
[Podstatné jméno]

a feeling of long-lasting sadness that often cannot be explained

melancholie, depresivní nálada

melancholie, depresivní nálada

Ex: He found solace in music during times of melancholy, allowing the melodies to soothe his troubled mind.
queer
[Přídavné jméno]

deviating from what is considered conventional or expected

podivný, výstřední

podivný, výstřední

Ex: The painting had a queer style, blending elements of abstraction with realism.
stale
[Přídavné jméno]

lacking freshness or excitement due to overuse, age, or repetition

otrávný, nudný

otrávný, nudný

Ex: The jokes had stale after being told over and over again .
stilted
[Přídavné jméno]

showing a formal stiffness, often without a natural flow

nepřirozený, umělý

nepřirozený, umělý

Ex: The new employee's interactions with colleagues were initially stilted until they got to know each other better.
bosom
[Podstatné jméno]

a person's chest

hruď, prsa

hruď, prsa

Ex: The elderly man breathed heavily , bosom rising and falling with each breath .
prow
[Podstatné jméno]

the forward part of a ship or boat, typically pointed and leading ahead through the water

trup, příď

trup, příď

Ex: Tourists gathered at prow to take photos of the stunning sunset over the ocean .
to abash
[sloveso]

to make someone feel uneasy and ashamed

vystavit někoho trapasu, ztrapnit někoho

vystavit někoho trapasu, ztrapnit někoho

Ex: The unexpected abashed the introverted student , who preferred to blend into the background .
to connive
[sloveso]

to secretly cooperate or conspire with others, typically to commit wrongdoing or deceit

spiknout se, konsensuálně spolupracovat

spiknout se, konsensuálně spolupracovat

Ex: Tomorrow , they will conniving to manipulate the stock market for their own gain .
bondsman
[Podstatné jméno]

a person who signs a bond to guarantee another's fulfillment of obligations

ručitel, záruka

ručitel, záruka

Ex: He acted as bondsman for the construction project , ensuring completion within the specified timeline .
to flounder
[sloveso]

to move clumsily or struggle while walking

plácat se, zaváhat

plácat se, zaváhat

Ex: The explorers flounder through the swampy area , struggling to maintain their balance .
throng
[Podstatné jméno]

a large number of people assembled together in a place

davy, zástup

davy, zástup

to ransack
[sloveso]

to search a place thoroughly, often in a rough or disorderly manner, especially with the intention of stealing or causing damage

prohledat, vysypat

prohledat, vysypat

Ex: After the storm , ransacked abandoned homes for food and supplies .
to demur
[sloveso]

to express one's disagreement, refusal, or reluctance

odmítat, vznášet námitky

odmítat, vznášet námitky

Ex: He demurred on accepting the promotion , unsure if he 's ready for the responsibility .
to accost
[sloveso]

to approach or address someone aggressively or boldly, often with an intent to engage in conversation

oslovit, napadnout

oslovit, napadnout

Ex: If we walk through that neighborhood , I 'm sure someone accost us for money .
despondency
[Podstatné jméno]

the state of being unhappy and despairing

skleslost, beznaděj

skleslost, beznaděj

Ex: The counselor offered support and guidance to help him overcome his feelings despondency and find hope again .
deprecatory
[Přídavné jméno]

characterized by remarks or actions that diminish or belittle something's value or significance

zpochybňující, podceňující

zpochybňující, podceňující

Ex: Their deprecatory remarks about the team's efforts were demoralizing for everyone involved.
to slight
[sloveso]

to treat someone disrespectfully by showing a lack of attention or consideration

přehlížet, urážet

přehlížet, urážet

Ex: She did n't mean slight her colleague by ignoring his suggestion during the meeting .
indigo
[Přídavné jméno]

having a rich color between dark blue and purple

indigový, temně modro-fialový

indigový, temně modro-fialový

pyre
[Podstatné jméno]

a large stack of wood used for burning the body of a dead person at a funeral

pech, ohniště

pech, ohniště

mirth
[Podstatné jméno]

a feeling of happiness, joy, or amusement

radost, veselí

radost, veselí

Ex: The witty remarks exchanged between friends brought about moments mirth during the gathering .
to croon
[sloveso]

to sing in a soft, gentle, and melodious manner, often with a sentimental or romantic tone

zpívat tiše, zpívat jemně

zpívat tiše, zpívat jemně

Ex: The crooned into the microphone , adding a personal touch to the song .
to await
[sloveso]

to wait for something or someone

čekat, vyčkávat

čekat, vyčkávat

Ex: await your response to proceed with the project .
listlessly
[Příslovce]

in a manner lacking energy, enthusiasm, or interest

malátně, líně

malátně, líně

Ex: The audience listlessly to the speaker , tired after a long day .
stately
[Přídavné jméno]

impressive and great in size

velkolepý, impozantní

velkolepý, impozantní

Ex: stately bridge spanned the river with grace and strength , connecting two sides of the city with architectural elegance .
to wend
[sloveso]

to travel or proceed on a course, especially slowly or indirectly

putovat, kráčet

putovat, kráčet

Ex: The path wends gently uphill towards the mountain peak.
to languish
[sloveso]

to fail to be successful or make any progress

strádat, trpět

strádat, trpět

Ex: The languished in Congress for months , unable to gain the necessary support to move forward .
to wince
[sloveso]

to show a facial expression that signifies shame or pain

zkroutit se, nadzvednout obočí

zkroutit se, nadzvednout obočí

Ex: She tried to hide her wince when she accidentally bumped into the doorframe.
tempest
[Podstatné jméno]

a strong and violent storm characterized by high winds, heavy rain, thunder, and lightning

bouře, vichřice

bouře, vichřice

trace
[Podstatné jméno]

an indication or evidence of the former presence or existence of something

stopa, značka

stopa, značka

spoiled
[Přídavné jméno]

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

rozmazlený, pokřivený

rozmazlený, pokřivený

Ex: It's important for parents to set boundaries to prevent their children from becoming spoiled and entitled.
smouldering
[Přídavné jméno]

related to a state of intense or suppressed anger that is simmering beneath the surface, often not openly expressed

plamenný, potlačovaný

plamenný, potlačovaný

Ex: The politician's speech ignited the smouldering discontent among the crowd.
daredevil
[Přídavné jméno]

reckless and willing to do dangerous things

riskantní, odvážný

riskantní, odvážný

Ex: His reputation as daredevil skateboarder earned him admiration among his peers but concern from his parents .
bower
[Podstatné jméno]

a pleasant shady place under trees or climbing plants in a garden or wood

altán, boudoir

altán, boudoir

Ex: The hiking trail led to a bower by a babbling brook .
to sequester
[sloveso]

to isolate or separate something or someone from outside influence or contact

izolovat, oddělit

izolovat, oddělit

Ex: The witness sequestered in a safe house to ensure their protection and prevent any interference .
basely
[Příslovce]

in a manner that is dishonorable, mean, or morally low

podle mě, nečestně

podle mě, nečestně

Ex: They treated their basely by refusing to provide fair wages and benefits .
to acquit
[sloveso]

to officially decide and declare in a law court that someone is not guilty of a crime

osvobodit, zprostit viny

osvobodit, zprostit viny

Ex: The exoneration process ultimately led to the court 's decision acquit the defendant of all charges .
leave
[Podstatné jméno]

a formal permission to do something

dovolená, povolení

dovolená, povolení

Ex: The soldier received leave to spend time with family before deployment .

to directly address someone or something in a passionate or emotional manner

apostrofovat, oslovit

apostrofovat, oslovit

Ex: In her diary , apostrophized her deceased grandmother , sharing her innermost thoughts and feelings .
to swoon
[sloveso]

to lose consciousness temporarily, often due to strong emotion, heat, or exhaustion

Ex: The swooned at the sight of the breathtaking sunset over the ocean .
wreath
[Podstatné jméno]

a circular arrangement of flowers, leaves, or other materials, often used as a decoration or tribute

věnec, koruna

věnec, koruna

Ex: wreath of ivy and berries added a touch of elegance to the dining table centerpiece .
to blight
[sloveso]

to spoil, harm, or destroy something, such as a plant, crop, or place, typically due to disease, pests, or unfavorable conditions

zkazit, ničit

zkazit, ničit

Ex: If left untreated , the infestation blight the entire garden by next spring .
stringent
[Přídavné jméno]

(of a law, regulation, rule, etc.) extremely limiting and strict

přísný, striktní

přísný, striktní

Ex: The environmental group pushed for stringent laws to protect endangered species .
stubble
[Podstatné jméno]

the leftover plant material, like seed coverings and bits of stem or leaves, remaining after crops are harvested

zbytky, sláma

zbytky, sláma

Ex: Stubble helps keep soil erosion in check.
pathos
[Podstatné jméno]

a quality that evokes deep emotions, particularly feelings of pity, sorrow, or empathy

pathos, pátos

pathos, pátos

Ex: Her performance on stage conveyed a pathos that resonated with the audience 's emotions .
vatic
[Přídavné jméno]

describing someone or something having qualities associated with prophecy or foresight

prorocký, věštecký

prorocký, věštecký

Ex: The playwrightvatic dialogue resonated with audiences , hinting at universal truths .
anon
[Příslovce]

used to indicate that something will happen or be done soon, without delay

brzy, rychle

brzy, rychle

Ex: They agreed to meet again anon to continue their discussion.
edifice
[Podstatné jméno]

a large, imposing building, especially one that is impressive in size or appearance

budova, stavba

budova, stavba

Ex: The edifice stood tall amidst the modern city skyline .
to evince
[sloveso]

to clearly show that one has a quality or a feeling about someone or something

projevovat, dokazovat

projevovat, dokazovat

Ex: The child 's enthusiastic participation in class evinced her passion for learning .
semblance
[Podstatné jméno]

a condition or situation that is similar or only appears to be similar to something

podoba, zdání

podoba, zdání

Ex: Her calm demeanor gave semblance of control , even though she was feeling anxious inside .
injudiciously
[Příslovce]

in a manner that lacks good judgment or discretion

nezdařile, neuváženě

nezdařile, neuváženě

Ex: Injudiciously sharing personal details online can lead to privacy issues .
clad
[Přídavné jméno]

wearing clothes, especially in a particular manner or material

oblečený, oděný

oblečený, oděný

Ex: The soldiers were clad in camouflage uniforms for the jungle mission.
tavern
[Podstatné jméno]

a place where alcoholic drinks and sometimes food are served, often for socializing

hospoda, krčma

hospoda, krčma

Ex: The tavern had a rustic charm that attracted locals .
to gainsay
[sloveso]

to disagree or deny that something is true

popřít, odmítat

popřít, odmítat

Ex: The witness 's testimony gainsayed the defendant 's alibi , casting doubt on their innocence .
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