Master SAT Vocabulary with the Substitute Word Method!
If you encounter SAT reading questions with words like:
-Synoptic
-Intransigent
-Plogging
-Ministerial
-Persiflage
Would you be confident in your answers? Many SAT words are totally unfamiliar to most. Don't worry, using our method you'll quickly learn and remember the definitions of the most difficult words tested on the SAT. Below are some images we use to help you remember the definitions of SAT words.
How We Do It
The most memorable things for human beings are unique, lurid, zany, or emotionally charged images and places! Using the substitute word method, we create a similar sounding word to the one we want to know the definition of, and then use a memorable image the connects the definition of the word we want to learn to the substitute word! Say goodbye to tedious rote memorization and mundane flashcards. Our approach is designed to make vocabulary acquisition engaging, effective, and memorable.
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Original Word: Aberration
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Definition: Deviation from what is typical or expected. Unusual occurrence.

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Sounds like: A bear ration
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Think: Bears with small food rations looking quizzically at one with much more food.
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How does it work? It's simple yet powerful. We tap into your brain's natural ability to remember visual information by associating each vocabulary word with a substitute word and a wild, vivid image. As you encounter a new word, we provide you with a substitute word that sounds similar or shares a relevant association. This substitute word becomes your mental trigger. Then, we guide you to conjure up a wild, memorable image that connects the substitute word to the target vocabulary word.
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Why does it work? Our technique leverages the brain's preference for visual information and exploits the power of imagination. By creating an extraordinary mental image, you forge a strong and unique connection to the vocabulary word. This association latches onto your memory, ensuring that the word remains deeply embedded for long-term recall. With our approach, you're not just memorizing words; you're building lasting neural connections that solidify your understanding and retention.
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What makes it superior? Unlike traditional methods that rely on monotonous repetition or passive learning, our technique engages multiple cognitive processes simultaneously. You're not simply staring at static flashcards or mechanically repeating words. Instead, you're actively constructing mental images, employing creativity, and engaging your imagination. This active involvement enhances your cognitive engagement, making the learning experience dynamic, enjoyable, and highly effective.
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So, if you're tired of struggling with memorization or finding flashcards uninspiring, embrace the power of mental imagery with our GRE vocabulary app. Unlock the true potential of your memory, and watch as words come to life in your mind. Experience the superiority of our approach and accelerate your vocabulary mastery like never before.
More Examples

Ornate
Definition: Decorated with intricate and complex detail. Highly Detailed.
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Sounds like: Orange Eight
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Think: An orange 'eight', elaborately decorated with intricate designs.

Tumultuous
Definition: Characterized by disorder and confusion. Turbulent.
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Sounds like: Two Moose Loose
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Think: Two moose in a dense forest, causing a chaotic scene as they lose their way and crash into trees.

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Volatile
Definition: Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably. Unstable.
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Sounds like: Volt Aisle
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Think: An aisle at a store named the "volt aisle" that is electrified and unpredictably shocks patrons.
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Austerity
Definition: Severe and strict in manner, attitude, or appearance. Sternness.
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Sounds like: A Stern City
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Think: A city where people live very plain and simple lives and have stern looks on their faces.

Dogma
Definition: Set of unquestionable beliefs. Authoritative doctrine.
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Sounds like: Dog Man
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Think: A man wearing a suit and dog mask preaching an authoritative doctrine in a church.

