ACT Exam Literacy - Opinions

Here you will learn some English words related to opinions, such as "exalt", "unbiased", "consensus", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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standpoint [noun]

an opinion or decision that is formed based on one's belief or circumstances

morale [noun]

one's personal level of confidence, enthusiasm, and emotional well-being, especially in the context of facing challenges or adversity

Ex: Emily 's low morale following the failure of her project hindered her ability to focus and achieve her goals .

objection [noun]

the act of expressing disapproval or opposition to something

Ex: The committee considered all objections before making a final decision on the project proposal .

unanimity [noun]

a situation in which all those involved are in complete agreement on something

Ex: The committee reached unanimity on the new policy changes .

discord [noun]

lack of agreement between people

Ex: The business partnership suffered from discord as the co-founders had conflicting visions for the company 's future .

consensus [noun]

an agreement reached by all members of a group

Ex: The political parties struggled to find consensus on the controversial immigration policy .

chastisement [noun]

the act of inflicting physical punishment as a means of discipline or correction

Ex: Many advocates argue that chastisement is an ineffective and harmful method of discipline .

perspective [noun]

a specific manner of considering something

Ex: The artist 's paintings reflect his abstract perspective on nature and life .

naysayer [noun]

a person who habitually expresses negative or pessimistic views, especially in opposition to new ideas or proposals

Ex: Every new initiative in the company was met with resistance from the same naysayers .

slant [noun]

a biased or subjective angle in presenting information, often reflecting personal or ideological viewpoints

Ex: The documentary offered a refreshing slant on climate change .

reception [noun]

the way in which something is perceived or received by others, often referring to the response or reaction to an idea, message, or product

Ex: The new policy faced a cold reception from employees .

contrarian [noun]

someone who acts against popular opinion, particularly in investment markets

discretion [noun]

the power or freedom of making decisions in a particular situation

Ex: If you use your discretion wisely , you can avoid unnecessary conflicts .

preconception [noun]

a pre-established opinion that is formed before obtaining proper knowledge or experience

viewpoint [noun]

a certain way of thinking about a subject

Ex: His viewpoint on the issue was shaped by his experiences growing up in a rural community , giving him a unique perspective .

conviction [noun]

a belief or opinion that is very strong

Ex: The artist expressed his convictions through powerful paintings that portrayed themes of equality and justice .

distaste [noun]

a feeling of dislike toward something or someone

Ex: Despite his distaste for politics , he felt compelled to vote in the election .

impression [noun]

an opinion or feeling that one has about someone or something, particularly one formed unconsciously

Ex: He had the impression that the meeting went well , despite the lack of feedback .

detractor [noun]

a person who criticizes or belittles the value or importance of someone or something

Ex: Her innovative ideas were met with skepticism by detractors unwilling to embrace change .

dissenter [noun]

someone who disagrees with a common belief or an official decision

antagonistic [adjective]

showing that one actively dislikes or disagrees with something or someone

Ex: Expecting an antagonistic response , the speaker prepared themselves for a heated exchange of opposing views from the audience .

preferential [adjective]

showing or giving advantage, favor, or priority to someone or something over others

Ex: She received preferential seating at the event due to her VIP status .

unexceptionable [adjective]

entirely satisfactory and acceptable, without any fault

Ex: The proposal was unexceptionable , addressing all concerns and meeting all requirements .

impartial [adjective]

not favoring a particular party in a way that enables one to act or decide fairly

Ex: The judge ’s impartial ruling was based solely on the evidence presented in court .

unbiased [adjective]

not having favoritism or prejudice toward any particular side or viewpoint

Ex: In order to make an informed decision , it 's important to consider unbiased sources of information .

averse [adjective]

strongly opposed to something

Ex: He expressed that he was averse to traveling long distances for work .

disfavor [noun]

a feeling of not liking or rejecting someone or something

Ex: The company 's unethical practices resulted in disfavor from customers .

to opt [verb]

to choose something over something else

Ex: Instead of the usual coffee , he opted for a refreshing herbal tea in the afternoon .

to despise [verb]

to hate and have no respect for something or someone

Ex: They despise liars and value honesty and integrity in all relationships .

to fault [verb]

to put blame on someone or something for a mistake or problem

Ex: It 's unfair to fault him for the project 's failure without understanding the challenges he faced .

to remark [verb]

to express one's opinion through a statement

Ex: As they walked through the art gallery , visitors were free to remark on the paintings and sculptures they found most intriguing .

to contend [verb]

to argue the truth of something

Ex: The historian contended that the ancient civilization was more advanced than previously believed .

to critique [verb]

to carefully examine something in a detailed manner

Ex: Her work has been widely critiqued and analyzed by scholars in the field .

to acclaim [verb]

to praise someone or something enthusiastically and often publicly

Ex: Fans acclaimed the actor 's performance in the film , recognizing their talent and skill .

to laud [verb]

to praise or express admiration for someone or something

Ex: The professor lauded her student 's groundbreaking research on climate change .

to exalt [verb]

to highly praise or honor someone or something

Ex: Next week , the ceremony will exalt the outstanding achievements of local artists .

to repudiate [verb]

to dismiss or reject something as false

Ex: The company repudiated the allegations of unethical business practices , stating that they were unfounded .

to concur [verb]

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

Ex: After a thorough discussion , the team was able to concur on the strategy to address the challenges they were facing in the project .

to conclude [verb]

to draw a logical inference or outcome based on established premises or evidence

Ex: After reviewing the historical data , historians concluded that the climate significantly influenced societal changes .

to acquiesce [verb]

to reluctantly accept something without protest

Ex: Despite her reservations , she decided to acquiesce to their demands in order to avoid conflict .

to idolize [verb]

to admire someone excessively, often regarding it as an ideal or perfect figure

Ex: Some people idolize figures like Mahatma Gandhi or Martin Luther King Jr. for their moral leadership and advocacy .

ACT Exam Literacy
Understanding Questions	Activity and Behavior	Manual Actions	Vision and Precision
Mental Capacities and Failures	Thoughts	Positive Emotions	Negative Emotions
Opinions	Positive Attitudes	Negative and Neutral Attitudes	Welfare
Resources and Food	Strength and Improvement	Support	Weakness and Deterioration
Opposition	Utility and Creation	Difficulty	Success and Reliability
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