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Comprensión del Examen ACT - Pensamientos

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con los pensamientos, como "suposición", "perplejo", "incredulidad", etc., que te ayudarán a sobresalir en tus ACT.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
to recognize

to completely understand, acknowledge, or become aware of the existence, validity, or importance of something

reconocer, identificar

reconocer, identificar

Ex: She quickly recognized the need for better communication within the team. 
to discern
to discern
[Verbo]

to understand something through thought or reasoning

discernir, percibir

discernir, percibir

Ex: After much thought, she discerned that his actions were motivated by jealousy. 
to conceptualize

to form an idea or concept in the mind by combining existing ideas or information

conceptualizar, formar un concepto

conceptualizar, formar un concepto

Ex: The artist was able to conceptualize a unique painting by blending various artistic influences. 
to rationalize

to create reasonable explanations for behaviors, decisions, or actions, especially when they may not truly represent the real motives

racionalizar

racionalizar

Ex: Faced with a late project submission, he attempted to rationalize it by blaming external factors beyond his control. 
to envision

to picture something in one's mind

imaginar, visualizar

imaginar, visualizar

Ex: She could envision a future where sustainable practices were the norm, leading to a healthier planet. 
to consider

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

considerar

considerar

Ex: I need to consider whether to accept the promotion. 
to esteem
to esteem
[Verbo]

to view or assess something or someone in a certain way based on evaluation

estimar, considerar

estimar, considerar

Ex: She esteemed her grandmother a wise and compassionate mentor. 
expectation
expectation
[Sustantivo]

a belief about what is likely to happen in the future, often based on previous experiences or desires

expectación

expectación

Ex: Sarah had high expectations for her birthday party, but it turned out to be a small gathering with only a few friends. 
assumption
assumption
[Sustantivo]

an idea or belief that one thinks is true without having a proof

suposición

suposición

Ex: His assumption about the meeting time was incorrect. 
characterization
characterization
[Sustantivo]

the process or act of depicting or detailing the distinctive traits, qualities, or features of a person, object, or concept

caracterización, descripción

caracterización, descripción

Ex: Through careful characterization, the film brought its historical figures to life with great authenticity. 
supposition
supposition
[Sustantivo]

an idea accepted as true without proof, often used as a basis for reasoning

suposición

suposición

Ex: The theory rests on the supposition that all particles behave identically. 
realization
realization
[Sustantivo]

the action of understanding or becoming fully aware of something

realización,  comprensión

realización, comprensión

Ex: Her sudden realization that she had left her keys at home caused her to panic. 
revelation
revelation
[Sustantivo]

the act of making something known or revealed, particularly something surprising or previously unknown

revelación

revelación

Ex: The revelation of the secret shocked everyone in the room. 
epiphany
epiphany
[Sustantivo]

a moment in which one comes to a sudden realization

epifanía

epifanía

Ex: She had an epiphany about her true calling while on a quiet walk. 
grasp
grasp
[Sustantivo]

the ability to comprehend or firmly understand a concept, idea, or piece of information

comprensión, dominio

comprensión, dominio

Ex: She quickly gained a grasp of the new software, becoming proficient in just a few days. 
incredulity
incredulity
[Sustantivo]

the condition of being unable or unwilling to believe something

incredulidad

incredulidad

interpretation
interpretation
[Sustantivo]

the act of forming a personal understanding or mental image of something based on individual perception or analysis

interpretación, comprensión

interpretación, comprensión

Ex: Her interpretation of the poem revealed layers of meaning that others had overlooked. 
anticipation
anticipation
[Sustantivo]

the action of predicting something to happen in the future

anticipación, previsión

anticipación, previsión

Ex: The team's anticipation of their competitor's strategy allowed them to adjust their game plan effectively. 
prediction
prediction
[Sustantivo]

the act of saying what one thinks is going to happen in the future or what the outcome of something will be

predicción

predicción

Ex: Her prediction about the weather was surprisingly accurate. 
inspiration
inspiration
[Sustantivo]

a mental spark that drives unusual creativity or activity

inspiración

inspiración

Ex: The serene landscape sparked an inspiration in the writer’s mind. 
abstraction
abstraction
[Sustantivo]

a general concept or idea that is not tied to any specific instance or physical form

abstracción, concepto abstracto

abstracción, concepto abstracto

Ex: The notion of freedom is an abstraction that has been interpreted differently across cultures and eras. 
conception
conception
[Sustantivo]

a notion or idea formed in the mind, representing a general understanding or mental image of something

concepción, idea

concepción, idea

Ex: Her conception of justice involved fairness and equality for all individuals. 
deliberation
deliberation
[Sustantivo]

the process of carefully thinking about or discussing something in detail before making a decision

deliberación, reflexión detenida

deliberación, reflexión detenida

Ex: After much deliberation, the jury reached a unanimous verdict. 
obsession
obsession
[Sustantivo]

a strong and uncontrollable interest or attachment to something or someone, causing constant thoughts, intense emotions, and repetitive behaviors

obsesión

obsesión

Ex: His obsession with cleanliness led him to clean his house multiple times a day. 
mindfulness
mindfulness
[Sustantivo]

a mental state achieved by maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of one's thoughts, feelings, etc., used as a therapeutic technique

conciencia plena, atención plena

conciencia plena, atención plena

Ex: She practiced mindfulness to help manage her stress and anxiety. 
world view
world view
[Sustantivo]

a set of beliefs about the nature of the world and the place of humans within it

visión del mundo, cosmovisión

visión del mundo, cosmovisión

Ex: Her worldview is shaped by her travels and exposure to diverse cultures. 
mindset
mindset
[Sustantivo]

a set of attitudes, beliefs, or a mental disposition that influences how a person interprets and responds to situations

mentalidad, actitud

mentalidad, actitud

Ex: Her growth mindset allows her to view failures as opportunities for learning and improvement. 
presumption
presumption
[Sustantivo]

a belief that something is true without any proof

suposición

suposición

insight
insight
[Sustantivo]

a penetrating and profound understanding that goes beyond surface-level observations or knowledge

perspicacia

perspicacia

Ex: Years of study and contemplation yielded profound insights into the nature of existence. 
puzzling
puzzling
[Adjetivo]

hard to understand or explain

confuso

confuso

Ex: The puzzle had a puzzling solution that nobody could figure out. 
intriguing
intriguing
[Adjetivo]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

fascinante

fascinante

Ex: The old book contained intriguing symbols and cryptic messages, sparking the reader's curiosity. 
sophisticated
sophisticated
[Adjetivo]

having refined taste, elegance, and knowledge of complex matters

sofisticado

sofisticado

Ex: She was a sophisticated traveler, fluent in several languages and accustomed to different cultures. 
dazed
dazed
[Adjetivo]

feeling confused and having trouble thinking or reacting correctly

aturdido, aturdido

aturdido, aturdido

Ex: He sat there, dazed, trying to process what had happened. 
watchful
watchful
[Adjetivo]

paying close attention to one's surroundings or circumstances to stay aware of potential risks or threats

vigilante, atento

vigilante, atento

Ex: The watchful dog kept an eye on the children as they played. 
perplexed
perplexed
[Adjetivo]

confused or puzzled, often because of a complex or difficult situation or problem

perplejo, desconcertado

perplejo, desconcertado

Ex: She looked perplexed when asked an unexpected question. 
to ponder
to ponder
[Verbo]

to give careful thought to something, its various aspects, implications, or possibilities

considerar

considerar

Ex: She pondered her options carefully, weighing the pros and cons of different career paths. 
to contemplate

to think about or consider something as a possibility

contemplar

contemplar

Ex: After years of hard work, he decided to contemplate retirement and enjoy a slower pace of life. 
to reminisce

to remember past events, experiences, or memories with a sense of nostalgia

recordar los viejos tiempos

recordar los viejos tiempos

Ex: During the family reunion, they spent hours reminiscing about their childhood adventures. 
to conceive

to produce a plan, idea, etc. in one's mind

concebir

concebir

Ex: The architect conceived a visionary design for the futuristic building. 
to mystify
to mystify
[Verbo]

to puzzle someone by being mysterious or difficult to understand

misterizar, desconcertar

misterizar, desconcertar

Ex: The magician's tricks mystified the audience, leaving them wondering how he did it. 
to internalize

to incorporate or integrate information, beliefs, or values into one's own understanding or mindset

internalizar, asimilar

internalizar, asimilar

Ex: As part of the training program, employees were encouraged to internalize the company's core values to create a positive work environment. 
to engross
to engross
[Verbo]

to absorb all of someone's attention or time, captivating them completely

absorber

absorber

Ex: The captivating novel engrossed her so much that she lost track of time. 
to bewilder

to confuse someone, leaving them uncertain

desconcertar, confundir

desconcertar, confundir

Ex: The sudden disappearance of the treasure bewildered the explorers. 
to consume
to consume
[Verbo]

to completely occupy or fill the mind, often to the point of obsession or intense focus

consumir, obsesionar

consumir, obsesionar

Ex: Her passion for environmental sustainability consumed her thoughts. 
to contextualize

to think about something with regard to its condition and relating information so as to understand it better

contextualizar

contextualizar

Ex: To understand the event fully, we need to contextualize it within its historical background. 
to attribute

to relate or assign a feature or quality to something or someone

atribuir, adjudicar

atribuir, adjudicar

Ex: With its awe-inspiring architecture and rich cultural heritage, the city is often attributed with a vibrant and diverse cultural scene. 
to fathom
to fathom
[Verbo]

to understand and make sense of something after giving it a lot of thought

entender

entender

Ex: The novel's intricate plot required readers to fathom the characters' motivations. 
to faze
to faze
[Verbo]

to unsettle someone, often leading them to lose their confidence or peace temporarily

desconcertar, perturbar

desconcertar, perturbar

Ex: Despite the unexpected challenge, she did not allow it to faze her; instead, she tackled it with determination. 
to bemuse
to bemuse
[Verbo]

to confuse someone, often by being difficult to understand

confundir

confundir

Ex: The cryptic crossword puzzle bemused the participants, as they struggled to find the answers. 
to surmise
to surmise
[Verbo]

to come to a conclusion without enough evidence

conjeturar, suponer

conjeturar, suponer

Ex: Unable to find the missing document, he could only surmise that it might have been misplaced. 
to deem
to deem
[Verbo]

to consider in a particular manner

considerar, juzgar

considerar, juzgar

Ex: The committee deemed the proposal worthy of further consideration. 
to credit
to credit
[Verbo]

to acknowledge someone as the source, agent, or possessor of an action, achievement, or quality

atribuir, reconocer

atribuir, reconocer

Ex: They credited the chef with the exquisite taste and presentation of the gourmet meal. 
to imprint
to imprint
[Verbo]

to establish a lasting impression or memory of something in someone's mind

imprimir, grabar

imprimir, grabar

Ex: Her words of encouragement imprinted a sense of confidence in his mind. 
to ascribe
to ascribe
[Verbo]

to attribute a particular quality, cause, or origin to someone or something

atribuir

atribuir

Ex: Many historians ascribe the fall of the empire to a combination of economic and military factors. 
to decipher

to interpret or understand something that is difficult or unclear

descifrar, interpretar

descifrar, interpretar

Ex: Students may need to decipher complex scientific texts to grasp the concepts. 
intently
intently
[Adverbio]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

atentamente, con atención

atentamente, con atención

Ex: She listened intently to every word the speaker said. 
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