uniform

What does “uniform” mean?

adjective.not changing in form or character; remaining the same in all cases and at all times.

SAT Usage

this term often appears in passages discussing science, sociology, or philosophy, emphasizing consistency and stability in systems or behaviors. It implies a lack of variation or diversity, distinguishing it from words like "diverse," which suggest a range of differences rather than uniformity.

Common Confusions

Uniform implies consistency and sameness across instances, while varied usually suggests a range of differences and diversity within a group or set.

Example Sentences

• The soldiers wore a uniform shade of green.

• The results were uniform across all classes.

Word Parts: How to Remember “uniform”

Break “uniform” into its parts: uni- (one). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.

• Prefix: uni- one (Latin)