SAT Natural Sciences - Vision and Precision

Here you will learn some English words related to vision and precision, such as "opaque", "shroud", "radiant", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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conspicuous [adjective]

standing out and easy to see or notice

Ex: The landmark statue was designed to be conspicuous so that it would catch the eye of every passerby .

detectable [adjective]

able to be easily noticed or perceived, often through observation or measurement

Ex: Even a small amount of poison in the water was detectable by the laboratory equipment .

indistinct [adjective]

not easily defined or understood due to a lack of clarity or precision

Ex: The instructions were so indistinct that many people struggled to follow them .

opaque [adjective]

(of an object) blocking the passage of light and preventing objects from being seen through it

Ex: The glass was opaque , preventing anyone from seeing inside the locked room .

vibrant [adjective]

(of colors) bright and strong

Ex: The artist used vibrant blues and greens to depict the lush landscape in the painting .

transparent [adjective]

able to be seen through

Ex: The plastic wrap was so transparent that it was difficult to see it on the package .

translucent [adjective]

permitting light to pass through but making objects on the other side appear blurred

Ex: The jellyfish had a translucent body , glowing softly in the dark waters .

obtrusive [adjective]

noticeable in a way that is unpleasant, unwanted, or disruptive

Ex: The large , obtrusive advertisement on the webpage distracted users from the content .

dazzling [adjective]

shining brightly with intense light

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lurid [adjective]

too bright in color, in a way that is not pleasant

Ex: The bedroom walls were painted a lurid shade of green .

gaudy [adjective]

excessively colorful, flashy, or showy in a way that lacks taste or elegance

Ex: The hotel lobby was filled with gaudy furniture and loud patterns .

shimmering [adjective]

emitting a flickering or wavering light

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panoramic [adjective]

providing or capturing an extensive view of a scene or area

Ex: The panoramic windows in the restaurant offered diners a breathtaking view of the ocean .

inky [adjective]

dark or deep in color, like ink

Ex: He painted the room in an inky shade of blue .

lusterless [adjective]

appearing dull without any reflective quality

Ex: The lusterless finish of the old car made it seem unremarkable .

murky [adjective]

(of sky) cloudy or dark, often resulting in a gloomy atmosphere

Ex: As the sun began to set , the murky sky hinted at the storm brewing on the horizon .

vivid [adjective]

(of colors or light) very intense or bright

Ex: The flowers in the garden were a vivid display of color , brightening up the landscape .

radiant [adjective]

emitting or reflecting light in a bright, glowing manner

Ex: The radiant glow of the fireplace warmed the cozy living room .

overt [adjective]

open, obvious, and easily observable, without concealment or secrecy

Ex: She made an overt effort to include everyone in the conversation , ensuring that no one felt left out .

starkly [adverb]

in a way that is easily noticeable, highlighting a clear and obvious contrast

Ex: The room 's starkly minimalist design created a sense of openness .

outline [noun]

the visible edge or contour that marks the limits of an object

Ex: The silhouette showed only the outline of her figure .

illusion [noun]

a misleading or incorrect mental representation of reality

Ex: the horror movie created such a realistic illusion of fear that viewers were genuinely frightened .

vista [noun]

a captivating scenery viewed from a distance

spectacle [noun]

a thing or person that is striking or impressive to see, often because it is unusual or remarkable

Ex: The grand opening ceremony was a lavish spectacle with fireworks and music .

hue [noun]

the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel

Ex: She admired the deep blue hue of the sapphire in her ring .

sight [noun]

an instance or act of seeing something through visual perception

Ex: The sight of her old friends at the reunion filled her with joy .

glimpse [noun]

a quick or partial view of something, often fleeting or incomplete

Ex: The photographer captured a glimpse of the couple kissing under the streetlight .

luminosity [noun]

the quality or state of emitting light

Ex: The streetlights ' luminosity provided a sense of safety during nighttime walks .

sighting [noun]

the act of seeing or observing something, especially something notable or unusual

Ex: The sighting of a UFO sparked curiosity and debate among the townspeople .

silhouette [noun]

the dark shape and outline of an object, visible against a lighter background, often seen as a shadow

Ex: The artist drew a perfect silhouette of the dancer in mid-leap .

glare [noun]

a harsh, bright light that is more intense than what the eyes are used to, often causing discomfort

Ex: The glare from the computer screen caused him to squint .

visual [noun]

something that is perceived by sight, such as an image, graphic, or representation that can be seen or observed

Ex: In advertising , compelling visuals are often more effective than text alone .

to camouflage [verb]

to blend in with the surroundings to avoid being seen or detected

Ex: Birds often camouflage their nests to protect their eggs .

to obscure [verb]

to conceal or hide something

Ex: The overgrown trees obscured the entrance to the trail .

to peer [verb]

to look closely or attentively at something, often in an effort to see or understand it better

Ex: The scientist is peering through the microscope to analyze the specimen .

to behold [verb]

to see something, often with a feeling of amazement or admiration

Ex: While I was in the garden , I beheld a rare species of butterfly .

to ogle [verb]

to stare at someone or something with strong and often inappropriate interest or desire

Ex: The lifeguard discreetly warned the beachgoers not to ogle the sunbathers .

to squint [verb]

to look with eyes half-opened when hit by light, or as a sign of suspicion, etc.

Ex: As he entered the dark room , he squinted to adjust his vision to the low light .

to illuminate [verb]

to provide light to something, making it brighter

Ex: The streetlights illuminated the dark alley , providing a sense of safety .

to twinkle [verb]

to shine with a flickering or sparkling light

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to emerge [verb]

to become visible after coming out of somewhere

Ex: As the fog lifted , the silhouette of the old castle started to emerge .

to reveal [verb]

to make something visible

Ex: As the fog lifted , it revealed a picturesque view of the valley below .

to unearth [verb]

to dig the ground and discover something

Ex: Excavating the site , researchers unearthed a buried city from centuries ago .

to unveil [verb]

to remove a cover from a statue, painting, etc. for the people to see, particularly as part of a public ceremony

Ex: As part of the celebration , they decided to unveil a commemorative plaque in honor of the historical event .

to uncover [verb]

to reveal something by removing a cover or obstacle

Ex: As the archaeologists dug deeper , they uncovered a buried city that had been lost for centuries .

to disclose [verb]

to reveal something by uncovering it

Ex: As the curtains were drawn back , they began to disclose a breathtaking view of the city skyline .

to expose [verb]

to reveal, uncover, or make visible something that was hidden or covered

Ex: The construction workers removed the old plaster to expose the original brickwork of the historic building .

to reflect [verb]

(of a surface) to redirect or bounce back heat, light, or sound without absorbing it

Ex: The windows were designed to reflect heat away from the building , keeping it cool in summer .

to gleam [verb]

to shine brightly, typically with reflected light

to vanish [verb]

to suddenly and mysteriously disappear without explanation

Ex: The illusionist performed a trick causing a coin to vanish from his closed fist .

to shroud [verb]

to cover something in a protective or concealing manner

Ex: The funeral director had to shroud the casket with a ceremonial cloth during the service .

to conceal [verb]

to carefully cover or hide something or someone

Ex: The camouflage helped the soldiers conceal themselves in the dense forest .

scrutiny [noun]

the careful and detailed examination to find mistakes or discover important information

Ex: The journalist 's scrutiny of the politician 's speech revealed inconsistencies .

minutiae [noun]

small details that are easily overlooked

Ex: While proofreading , it 's crucial to pay attention to the minutiae of grammar and punctuation to ensure a polished and error-free document .

to inspect [verb]

to carefully examine something to check its condition or make sure it meets standards

Ex: The building inspector will inspect the construction site to verify compliance with safety standards .

to monitor [verb]

to carefully check the quality, activity, or changes of something or someone for a period of time

Ex: The technician is currently monitoring the system for any potential issues .

to scrutinize [verb]

to examine something closely and carefully in order to find errors

Ex: Software specialists scrutinized the code to find any existing bugs .

punctilious [adjective]

paying a lot of attention to the correctness of behavior or to detail

Ex: At the meeting , his punctilious notes captured every point discussed .

painstaking [adjective]

requiring a lot of effort and time

Ex: The restoration of the historic building required painstaking effort to preserve its original features .

thoroughly [adverb]

in a comprehensive manner

Ex: He studied the instructions thoroughly before assembling the furniture .

accurately [adverb]

in a way that has no errors or mistakes

Ex: The accountant calculated the financial figures accurately for the annual report .

meticulously [adverb]

in a manner that is marked by careful attention to details

Ex: He meticulously proofread the document multiple times to catch any errors or typos .

superficially [adverb]

with a focus only on the surface or outer appearance

Ex: The problem was resolved superficially , without addressing the root cause .

muted [adjective]

(of colors) having a subdued tone, lacking brightness or vibrancy

Ex: The muted red of the autumn leaves contrasted beautifully with the bright blue sky .

cosmetically [adverb]

in a manner that superficially focuses on the appearance of something

Ex: The hotel underwent a cosmetically driven renovation , updating furnishings and decor .

SAT Natural Sciences
Physics	Electromagnetism and Mechanics	Chemistry	Chemical Substances and Properties
Biology	Biochemistry and Cell Structure	Medical Sciences	Neurology and Blood Biochemistry
Anatomy and Genetics	Disease and Pathology	Zoology	Animal Life and Evolution
Agriculture and Forestry	Botany and Gardening	Geology	Geography and Oceanography
Astronomy and Aerospace Science	Physical World	Everyday Objects	Technical Objects
Physical Features	Appearance and Texture	Sound and Size	Natural World
Land and Water	Movement	Human Movement	Placement
Restriction	Mental Capacities and Failures	Vision and Precision