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.

review-disable

review

flashcard-disable

flashcard

spelling-disable

spelling

quiz-disable

quiz

start-learning
ACT English and World Knowledge
folks [noun]

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

Ex: Folks from all walks of life attended the annual town fair .
cohort [noun]

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

masses [noun]

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

Ex: The artist 's work resonated with the masses , drawing crowds to the gallery .

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

Ex: In the old Western movies , a cavalcade of covered wagons could often be seen traversing the rugged frontier .

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

Ex: The funeral procession moved slowly through the city streets .
garrison [noun]

a military stronghold where soldiers are stationed for defense

Ex: Artillery was installed at the garrison to defend the harbor .
regiment [noun]

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

Ex: The regiment was deployed to the front lines to reinforce the infantry units .
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 business elite often frequented the luxurious downtown restaurant .
lineup [noun]

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

Ex: He reviewed the musical lineup for the festival and was excited to see his favorite bands perform .
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 committee waited for fifteen minutes past the scheduled start time to allow more members to arrive and reach the quorum .
explorer [noun]

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

Ex: Ancient explorers relied on stars and maps to navigate the seas .
luminary [noun]

an influential individual who inspires or enlightens others

Ex:
vagabond [noun]

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

Ex: The old woman was known as a vagabond , always traveling from town to town .

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:

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

Ex: The clairvoyant warned of impending danger , prompting them to take precautionary measures .
poacher [noun]

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

Ex: The authorities launched a crackdown on poachers operating in protected marine reserves .
buff [noun]

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

Ex: The museum was packed with aviation buffs eager to see the new exhibit .
contact [noun]

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

Ex: Networking events are a great way to establish new contacts and expand your professional circle .

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

Ex: He admired his grandmother 's skills as a homemaker , who kept their home running smoothly despite its size .

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

Ex: Networking events provide opportunities to meet new acquaintances in the professional world .
buffoon [noun]

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

Ex: The comedian 's routine had the audience roaring with laughter as he played the part of a loveable buffoon .
smuggler [noun]

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

Ex: The smuggler had been using tunnels to secretly transport goods between two countries without detection .
invalid [noun]

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

Ex:
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 chess prodigy defeated experienced grandmasters before turning ten .

all the people who will come after the current generation

Ex: Environmentalists emphasize sustainable practices to protect the planet for posterity .

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: The diplomat was chosen as a surrogate to negotiate peace talks between the two warring nations .
amateur [noun]

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

Ex: He joined a local club to meet other amateurs interested in astronomy .
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 took pride in maintaining his historic home in the heart of the town .

a fake name people use for certain activities

Ex: Embracing the pseudonym NightWanderer , a mysterious blogger shares nocturnal thoughts on the web .
moniker [noun]

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

Ex: In online forums , users often choose a moniker to protect their identity .
possessed [adjective]

influenced or controlled by a demon or spirit

Ex: The film depicted a possessed doll wreaking havoc on its unsuspecting owners .
juvenile [adjective]

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

Ex:
swashbuckling [adjective]

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

Ex: He played the role of a swashbuckling hero in the action-packed movie , performing daring stunts .
renowned [adjective]

famous and admired by many people

Ex: The renowned musician captivated audiences with her virtuoso performances .
to dub [verb]

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

Ex: The talented young actor , after his breakthrough performance , was quickly dubbed " The Rising Star " by the media .
to flush [verb]

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

Ex:
to gawk [verb]

to stare openly and foolishly

Ex: The unexpected celebrity sighting made the fans gawk in disbelief .

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

Ex: Over the centuries , settlers and pioneers gradually populated the vast plains .

to attempt to repair something in an experimental or unskilled way

Ex:

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

Ex: The family home was inherited by the youngest son after the parents ' death .

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

Ex: As the event coordinator , she will conduct the planning and execution of the conference .

to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: Entrepreneurs often undertake the challenge of launching and managing their own businesses .
to don [verb]

to put on clothing

Ex: Before the event , they each donned their costumes and prepared for the performance .

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

Ex: The colleagues gathered for a coffee break and began to prattle about office gossip , light-hearted banter , and weekend escapades .
to woo [verb]

to try to make someone love one, especially for marriage

Ex: In medieval times , knights would woo their ladies with chivalrous deeds and poetry .
to court [verb]

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

Ex: The suitor used charming gestures to court the person of interest .

to go somewhere with someone

Ex: Can you accompany me to the doctor 's appointment next week ?