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ACT English and World Knowledge - People

Here you will learn some English words related to people, such as "cohort", "quorum", "juvenile", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
folks
folks
[noun]

a group of individuals, especially within a community or social setting

Ex: The neighborhood folks gathered for a barbecue on Saturday afternoon. 
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cohort
cohort
[noun]

a group of people with a shared characteristic, often studied or observed over a period of time

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masses
masses
[noun]

the general population or a large group of people within a society considered collectively

Ex: The masses gathered in the town square to celebrate the national holiday. 
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cavalcade
cavalcade
[noun]

a procession or parade, typically consisting of a series of vehicles, horses, or people

Ex: The city streets were filled with excitement as the cavalcade of floats and performers passed by during the carnival parade. 
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procession

a group of people, animals, or vehicles moving ahead in an organized formation

Ex: A procession of elephants walked through the festival grounds. 
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garrison
garrison
[noun]

a military stronghold where soldiers are stationed for defense

Ex: The castle served as a garrison for the king's soldiers. 
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regiment
regiment
[noun]

a military unit with a specific organizational structure and operational role within an army

Ex: The 101st Airborne Division is a renowned regiment of the United States Army. 
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elite
elite
[noun]

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

Ex: The elite gathered at the exclusive club for their annual meeting. 
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lineup
lineup
[noun]

a carefully arranged group of people or things brought together for a particular purpose

Ex: The fashion show lineup featured models showcasing the latest designer collections. 
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quorum
quorum
[noun]

the minimum number of people that must be present for a meeting to officially begin or for decisions to be made

Ex: The board meeting could not proceed as scheduled because there was not enough members present to meet the quorum requirement. 
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explorer
explorer
[noun]

a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

Ex: Early explorers played a key role in discovering new continents. 
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luminary
luminary
[noun]

an influential individual who inspires or enlightens others

Ex: As a luminary in the world of technology, Steve Jobs inspired countless innovators. 
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vagabond
vagabond
[noun]

a wanderer who has no settled place to live and travels from place to place

Ex: The vagabond moved through the streets, carrying all his belongings in a small bag. 
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missionary

someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

Ex: The missionary spent years in remote villages, sharing the teachings of Christianity with the local people. 
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clairvoyant

a person who claims to have the ability to perceive events or objects beyond normal sensory capabilities

Ex: The clairvoyant amazed everyone at the party by accurately describing events from their past. 
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poacher
poacher
[noun]

a person who illegally hunts or catches wildlife, typically for profit or personal gain

Ex: The park rangers apprehended several poachers in possession of endangered species. 
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buff
buff
[noun]

someone who is deeply interested in and well-informed about a particular topic

Ex: She's a real history buff and can recite dates from memory. 
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contact
contact
[noun]

an individual with whom one has established a professional or personal relationship, typically for the purpose of obtaining information, assistance, etc.

Ex: He reached out to his contacts in the industry to help him find a new job. 
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homemaker
homemaker
[noun]

an individual, typically within a family setting, responsible for managing household tasks to create a comfortable and functional living environment

Ex: As a homemaker, she finds fulfillment in creating a comfortable and nurturing environment for her family. 
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acquaintance

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

Ex: She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries. 
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buffoon
buffoon
[noun]

a person who behaves in a ridiculous or amusing way, often to entertain others

Ex: The party entertainer's antics made him appear like a buffoon to the children. 
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smuggler
smuggler
[noun]

an individual who illegally and secretly imports or exports goods or people

Ex: The smuggler was caught attempting to bring drugs into the country through hidden compartments in his truck. 
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invalid
invalid
[noun]

a person who is too ill or disabled to care for themselves or participate in normal activities

Ex: The caregivers were trained to attend to the needs of invalids, ensuring their well-being. 
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prodigy
prodigy
[noun]

a person, typically a child, who demonstrates exceptional talent or ability in a particular area, often beyond what is considered normal for their age

Ex: The young pianist was a musical prodigy, performing at concerts by age six. 
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posterity
posterity
[noun]

all the people who will come after the current generation

Ex: Scientists are researching renewable energy sources with an eye toward securing a cleaner future for posterity. 
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surrogate
surrogate
[noun]

someone who acts or serves as a substitute or representative on behalf of another person or entity, often in a legal or formal capacity

Ex: She served as a surrogate for her elderly neighbor, managing her finances and medical appointments. 
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amateur
amateur
[noun]

someone who is not skilled or experienced enough for a specific activity

Ex: She started as an amateur in photography but quickly developed her skills. 
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townsman
townsman
[noun]

a male resident of a town or city, typically emphasizing a person's connection to and involvement in local community affairs

Ex: The townsman was well-known for his contributions to local charities and civic organizations. 
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pseudonym
pseudonym
[noun]

a fake name people use for certain activities

Ex: Batman, a pseudonym for Bruce Wayne, fights crime in Gotham City. 
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moniker
moniker
[noun]

a nickname or alias that someone or something is known by, often used informally or affectionately

Ex: His moniker "Slim" was given to him by his friends in high school because of his slender build. 
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anonymous
anonymous
[Adjective]

(of a person) not known by name

Ex: The whistleblower chose to remain anonymous to protect their identity and avoid potential retaliation. 
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possessed
possessed
[Adjective]

influenced or controlled by a demon or spirit

Ex: The villagers believed the old mansion was haunted by a possessed spirit. 
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juvenile
juvenile
[Adjective]

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

Ex: The juvenile detention center houses young offenders under the age of 18. 
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swashbuckling
swashbuckling
[Adjective]

having a great amount of bravery, charisma, and a sense of adventure

Ex: She admired the swashbuckling knights in shining armor depicted in medieval tales. 
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renowned
renowned
[Adjective]

famous and admired by many people

Ex: The renowned scientist was honored with a Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research. 
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to dub
to dub
[Verb]

to give someone or something a nickname, often to show affection or to highlight a specific trait

Ex: In the music industry, the legendary guitarist was dubbed "The King of Blues" for his mastery of the blues genre. 
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to flush
to flush
[Verb]

to experience a reddening of the skin, typically in the face, due to emotions like embarrassment, excitement, or strong reactions

Ex: When she received the unexpected compliment, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. 
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to gawk
to gawk
[Verb]

to stare openly and foolishly

Ex: As the magician performed his tricks, the children gawked in amazement. 
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to populate

(of individuals or communities) to be present in a particular area

Ex: Various indigenous tribes have populated the rainforest for centuries. 
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to tinker
to tinker
[Verb]

to attempt to repair something in an experimental or unskilled way

Ex: He enjoys tinkering with old motorcycles, trying to restore them to their former glory. 
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to inherit

to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away

Ex: After her grandmother's passing, she inherited a beautiful antique necklace. 
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to conduct

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

Ex: The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software. 
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to undertake

to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: She undertakes the responsibility of managing the team's day-to-day operations. 
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to don
to don
[Verb]

to put on clothing

Ex: He decided to don a sharp suit for the job interview to make a professional impression. 
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to prattle

to talk a lot about unimportant things and in a way that may seem foolish

Ex: During the long car ride, the toddler prattled on about imaginary friends and adventures. 
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to woo
to woo
[Verb]

to try to make someone love one, especially for marriage

Ex: He tried to woo her with flowers and heartfelt letters, hoping to win her heart. 
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to court
to court
[Verb]

to romantically pursue someone by expressing interest and affection to establish a relationship

Ex: In the Victorian era, gentlemen would traditionally court ladies with flowers and polite gestures. 
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to accompany

to go somewhere with someone

Ex: Sarah asked John to accompany her to the concert. 
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