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ACT Math and Assessment - Evaluation and Criticism

Here you will learn some English words related to evaluation and criticism, such as "disqualify", "egregious", "foul", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for Math and Assessment
to weigh
to weigh
[Verb]

to consider all the possible outcomes and different aspects of something before making a definite decision

Ex: As a responsible consumer , he weighs the environmental impact of products before making purchasing decisions .
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to evaluate

to calculate or judge the quality, value, significance, or effectiveness of something or someone

Ex: It 's important to evaluate the environmental impact of new construction projects before granting permits .
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to reappraise

to review someone or something to see whether one's opinion was correct or not

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to assess
to assess
[Verb]

to form a judgment on the quality, worth, nature, ability or importance of something, someone, or a situation

Ex: The coach assessed the players ' skills during tryouts for the team .
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to disqualify

to make someone or something not fit or suitable for a particular position or activity

Ex: Posting offensive comments online disqualified the celebrity from being considered for a family-friendly brand sponsorship .
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inferior
inferior
[Adjective]

having lower quality or lesser value compared to others

Ex: His inferior performance on the field led to his team 's defeat in the game .
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tedious
tedious
[Adjective]

boring and repetitive, often causing frustration or weariness due to a lack of variety or interest

Ex: Sorting through the clutter in the attic proved to be a tedious and time-consuming endeavor .
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dismal
dismal
[Adjective]

causing sadness or disappointment

Ex: The dismal weather kept everyone indoors for the entire weekend .
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cataclysmic
cataclysmic
[Adjective]

causing widespread destruction

Ex: A cataclysmic shift in the climate is predicted to occur over the next century .
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dire
dire
[Adjective]

provoking intense fear or anxiety due to its severity or seriousness

Ex: The survivors recounted their dire experiences during the natural disaster .
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revolting
revolting
[Adjective]

extremely repulsive and disgusting

Ex: The revolting smell from the rotten fish made everyone in the room feel nauseous.
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erroneous
erroneous
[Adjective]

mistaken or inaccurate due to flaws in reasoning, evidence, or factual support

Ex: They had to retract their statement after discovering it was based on erroneous information .
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inefficient
inefficient
[Adjective]

not able to achieve maximum productivity or desired results

Ex: The inefficient layout of the website made it difficult for users to find information .
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improper
improper
[Adjective]

unfit for a particular person, thing, or situation

Ex: Failing to cite sources in academic writing is considered improper academic conduct .
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unfit
unfit
[Adjective]

not suitable or capable enough for a specific task or purpose

Ex: The unstable ladder was unfit for reaching high shelves safely .
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pathetic
pathetic
[Adjective]

evoking scorn due to being extremely inadequate or disappointing

Ex: The movie was criticized for its pathetic storyline and poor acting .
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adverse
adverse
[Adjective]

against someone or something's advantage

Ex: The adverse publicity surrounding the scandal tarnished the company 's reputation .
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nondescript
nondescript
[Adjective]

lacking in the qualities that make something or someone stand out or appear special, often appearing plain or ordinary

Ex: The book ’s cover was so nondescript that I almost overlooked it .
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disastrous
disastrous
[Adjective]

very harmful or bad

Ex: The oil spill had disastrous effects on marine life and coastal ecosystems .
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egregious
egregious
[Adjective]

bad in a noticeable and extreme way

Ex: The egregious display of arrogance alienated him from his colleagues .
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horrid
horrid
[Adjective]

very unpleasant or of very poor quality

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unsavory
unsavory
[Adjective]

related to actions, behaviors, or characteristics that are morally questionable or unpleasant

Ex: The restaurant had to close down due to health violations and unsavory practices in the kitchen .
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foul
foul
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disgusting, causing strong feelings of dislike

Ex: The foul mood of the boss made everyone in the office tense and uncomfortable .
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grotesque
grotesque
[Adjective]

very ugly in a strange or funny way

Ex: The grotesque painting depicted a nightmarish scene with distorted faces and contorted bodies .
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shoddy
shoddy
[Adjective]

of poor quality or craftmanship

Ex: The novel was criticized for its shoddy plot development and poorly written dialogue , disappointing readers .
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mundane
mundane
[Adjective]

lacking the ability to arouse interest or cause excitement

Ex: The mundane routine of daily life made her yearn for something more exciting .
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dreary
dreary
[Adjective]

boring and repetitive that makes one feel unhappy

Ex: The dreary lecture was filled with repetitive details that failed to capture interest .
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filthy
filthy
[Adjective]

very dirty, especially because of being covered with dirt, dust, or harmful substances

Ex: The dog returned from playing outside , its fur filthy with mud and dirt .
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janky
janky
[Adjective]

of poor quality and unreliable, often characterized by makeshift construction or malfunctioning parts

Ex: The video game was fun , but the graphics were a bit janky and glitchy .
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ghastly
ghastly
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant, shocking, or horrifying in appearance, nature, or effect

Ex: He told a ghastly story that left everyone pale and silent .
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vile
vile
[Adjective]

extremely disgusting or unpleasant

Ex: Her vile language towards her coworkers created a hostile work environment .
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dull
dull
[Adjective]

boring or lacking interest, excitement, or liveliness

Ex: The dull lecture made it hard for students to stay awake .
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drab
drab
[Adjective]

lifeless and lacking in interest

Ex: Her drab expression showed how little enthusiasm she had for the event .
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