SAT Exam Essential Vocabulary - Success and Reliability

Here you will learn some English words related to success and reliability, such as "thrive", "zenith", "reputable", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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to overcome [verb]

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

Ex: Teams overcome project challenges by collaborating and finding innovative solutions .

to outcompete [verb]

to perform better or achieve superior results compared to someone or something else in a competitive context

Ex: The athlete trained hard to outcompete his rivals and win the gold medal .

to circumvent [verb]

to find a way around something, especially through cleverness or strategy

Ex: The athlete circumvented the opponent 's defense with a quick maneuver .

to transcend [verb]

to go beyond a particular limit, quality, or standard, often in an exceptional way

Ex: The athlete 's performance on the field has the potential to transcend records and redefine expectations .

to exceed [verb]

to be superior or better in performance, quality, or achievement

Ex: The software update promises to exceed user experience , introducing innovative features and enhanced functionality .

to resolve [verb]

to find a way to solve a disagreement or issue

Ex: Communities hold meetings to resolve issues and enhance local living conditions .

to conquer [verb]

to overcome a challenge or obstacle

Ex: Leaders aim to conquer adversity by guiding their teams through difficult situations .

to subdue [verb]

to conquer or bring under control

Ex: The Roman Empire attempted to subdue Gaul through military campaigns and strategic alliances .

to suppress [verb]

to stop an activity such as a protest using force

Ex: The government deployed riot police to suppress the protest , leading to clashes with demonstrators .

to encroach [verb]

to gradually moving forward or extending beyond established boundaries or limits

Ex: The forest slowly encroached onto the abandoned farmland , reclaiming the territory left untended for decades .

to overtake [verb]

to catch up to and pass by something or someone that is moving in the same direction

Ex: We had to slow down as a truck overtook us on the narrow road .

to prevail [verb]

to prove to be superior in strength, influence, or authority

Ex: Against all odds , the underdog prevailed in the election , surprising many with a grassroots campaign that resonated with voters .

to attain [verb]

to succeed in reaching a goal, after hard work

Ex: With dedication and perseverance , he was able to attain a high level of proficiency in playing the piano .

to achieve [verb]

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

Ex: Despite facing numerous challenges , the athlete 's determination and training allowed him to achieve victory in the championship .

to obtain [verb]

to get something, often with difficulty

Ex: By this time , she has already obtained a degree in computer science .

to acquire [verb]

to obtain or achieve something through effort or action

Ex: The athlete acquired his strength through intense training and discipline .

to secure [verb]

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

Ex: The team secured a victory in the final minutes of the game with a last-minute goal .

to capitalize [verb]

to take advantage of or make the most of a situation for one's benefit

Ex:

to advance [verb]

to move towards a goal or desired outcome

Ex: With each passing day , the project advanced , bringing the team closer to the completion deadline .

to flourish [verb]

to quickly grow in a successful way

Ex: The young artist flourished under the mentorship of a renowned painter , rapidly improving her skills and gaining recognition .

to surpass [verb]

to exceed one's previous achievements or standards and reach a higher level of performance

Ex: The young gymnast trained hard to surpass her own records in the upcoming competition .

to outgrow [verb]

to grow or develop more quickly or to a greater extent than something else

Ex: Her ambition and skills allowed her to outgrow her initial role in the company .

to burgeon [verb]

to have a rapid development or growth

Ex: The city 's skyline burgeoned as new skyscrapers were constructed .

to outlive [verb]

to live for a longer period than another individual

Ex: The longevity of her family allowed her to outlive many of her childhood friends .

to thrive [verb]

to grow and develop exceptionally well

Ex: With a supportive environment , employees tend to thrive and contribute positively to the workplace .

accomplishment [noun]

a desired and impressive goal achieved through hard work

Ex: Publishing her first novel was a lifelong accomplishment that brought her immense satisfaction .

fulfillment [noun]

a feeling of happiness when one's needs are satisfied

Ex: Experiencing the fulfillment of his childhood dreams made him incredibly happy .

mastery [noun]

great knowledge and exceptional skill in a field

recognition [noun]

acknowledgment or approval given to someone or something for their achievements, qualities, or actions

Ex: He sought recognition for his contributions to the community .

ascendance [noun]

the state of gaining power, control, or dominance over others

Ex: The ascendance of digital media over traditional print has been evident for years .

prosperity [noun]

the state of being successful, particularly by earning a lot of money

Ex: His financial planning ensured his personal prosperity and comfortable retirement .

triumph [noun]

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

Ex: The scientist 's groundbreaking discovery marked a triumph for the field of physics .

accolade [noun]

a mark of recognition for excellence or accomplishment, often in the form of a title, medal, or public acknowledgment

Ex: His bravery was met with heartfelt accolades from the community .

zenith [noun]

a period during which someone or something reaches their most successful point

Ex: The company ’s profits soared to their zenith during the economic boom .

auspicious [adjective]

indicating that something is very likely to succeed in the future

Ex: The team took the unexpected victory as an auspicious omen for the rest of the season .

sure-fire [adjective]

bound to succeed or happen as expected

effectual [adjective]

having the power to achieve a desired outcome or make a strong impression

Ex: Her speech was effectual in persuading the committee to approve the project .

to validate [verb]

to confirm or prove the accuracy, authencity, or effectiveness of something

Ex: The upcoming trial will validate the safety and efficacy of the experimental drug .

to confirm [verb]

to show or say that something is the case, particularly by providing proof

Ex: The scientist will confirm the theory with the results of the experiment .

to authenticate [verb]

to confirm the truth or origin of something

Ex: The watermark on the currency authenticated its genuineness .

credibility [noun]

a quality that renders a thing or person as trustworthy or believable

Ex: The journalist ’s credibility was questioned after several inaccuracies were found in his reports .

factuality [noun]

the quality or state of being factual or true

Ex: His argument lacked factuality and was based on speculation .

certification [noun]

the process of officially validating or confirming the authenticity, quality, or standards of something or someone

Ex: The government agency issues certification for organic produce to ensure compliance with agricultural standards .

accuracy [noun]

the state or quality of being without any errors

verisimilitude [noun]

the state or quality of implying the truth

Ex: The film ’s realistic dialogue contributed to its overall verisimilitude , making the story more engaging .

reputable [adjective]

respected and trusted due to having a good reputation

Ex: The reputable restaurant is known for its delicious food and excellent service .

authoritative [adjective]

having a confident and commanding presence that conveys authority and expertise

Ex: His authoritative leadership style ensured that the team followed his directions without question .

genuine [adjective]

truly what something appears to be, without any falseness, imitation, or deception

Ex: The antique coin was deemed genuine by numismatic experts , with no signs of counterfeiting .

comprehensive [adjective]

covering or including all aspects of something

Ex: She received a comprehensive education that included coursework in a wide range of subjects .

dependable [adjective]

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

Ex: Despite challenges , the dependable employee consistently meets expectations and delivers quality results .

SAT Exam Essential Vocabulary
Literary Words	Uncommon Meanings	Figurative Meanings	Concrete and Physical Phrasal Verbs
Abstract and Mental Phrasal Verbs	Collocations	Useful Idioms	Understanding Questions
Clause Connectors	Intensifiers and Mitigators	Strength and Improvement	Support
Weakness and Deterioration	Inhibition	Utility and Creation	Challenges and Struggles
Harm and Danger	Difficulty and Complexity	Success and Reliability	Change
Process	Status	Management of Items