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What does the word 'abrogate' most likely mean?

  • To renounce formally (correct)
  • To surrender or relinquish
  • To cut down or shorten
  • To approve or sanction

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the meaning of 'abduct'?

  • A teenager taking a different route home
  • A student helping a friend with homework
  • A detective solving a mystery
  • A villain kidnapping a princess (correct)

Which word describes a situation that is considered an 'aberration'?

  • An unexpected change from the norm (correct)
  • A common and accepted phenomenon
  • A rare occurrence that is always repeated
  • A consistent pattern of behavior

In which context would 'abate' be appropriately used?

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What does the term 'abject' imply about a person's situation?

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Which of the following is an example of 'abnegation'?

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Which word would best match the act of giving up a throne?

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What does the word 'abhor' suggest about one's feelings towards something?

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What does the term 'abrogate' imply?

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Which of the following best defines 'absolution'?

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What does it mean to 'abstain' from something?

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Which word describes something that is hard to understand?

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What does 'acclaim' refer to?

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Which of the following verbs means to confront someone verbally?

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If something is described as 'accessible', what quality does it possess?

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What does 'acerbic' mean in describing a person's behavior?

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What does the term 'anecdote' specifically refer to?

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Which of the following best describes 'anesthesia'?

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What is the meaning of 'anguish'?

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In what context is the word 'annex' used as a verb?

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What does 'anonymous' mean?

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What does 'acrimony' primarily refer to?

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Which of the following best defines 'acumen'?

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In what context would someone be described as 'adamant'?

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What is an appropriate synonym for 'adept'?

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What action does the verb 'admonish' imply?

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Which scenario is an example of adhering?

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What does 'adroit' mean in the context of skills?

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How would you describe a situation that is 'adverse'?

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What does the term 'ameliorate' mean?

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Which word describes a person who is compliant and willing to help?

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What is an 'amenity'?

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What does the term 'antipathy' mean?

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If someone's feelings are described as 'ambivalent', what does that mean?

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Which of the following words best fits the definition of 'antiquated'?

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Which of the following best captures the meaning of 'anarchist'?

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What does 'amorous' signify?

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What is the meaning of 'antiseptic'?

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How is 'apocryphal' best defined?

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What type of situation is described as 'anachronistic'?

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What does 'analgesic' refer to?

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What does 'appalling' signify in a negative context?

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What does 'anguish' specifically refer to?

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In which scenario is 'annex' used correctly as a verb?

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Which of the following best describes the term 'anomaly'?

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What does 'anesthesia' describe?

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How would you define 'anonymous'?

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What does the term 'antipathy' refer to?

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Which word best describes something that is out of date?

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What is the meaning of 'antiseptic' in relation to cleanliness?

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What does 'appalling' imply about an action or situation?

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What does the term 'apathetic' describe in relation to a person's feelings?

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What does 'acrimony' most closely signify in a relationship?

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In which scenario would a person be described as 'adamant'?

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What does the term 'absolution' primarily refer to?

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What does 'acumen' indicate about a person's abilities?

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If someone is referred to as 'adept' at a particular skill, they are considered to be:

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Which word describes someone who is typically polite and helpful?

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Which word best describes the action of 'admonish'?

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Which of the following best describes the action of 'abscond'?

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What does it mean to 'adhere' to something?

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What does it mean to 'accede' to a request?

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Which term would best describe a situation that is hard to understand?

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Which scenario reflects someone who is 'adroit'?

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In which scenario would someone likely 'acclaim' another person?

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What situational context would be best described as 'adverse'?

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What does it mean to 'abstain' from an action?

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Which term refers to slow growth in size or amount?

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What is the primary meaning of the word 'abdicate'?

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Which word describes an act of aiding or encouraging someone in their endeavors?

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Which scenario best illustrates the meaning of 'abate'?

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What does the term 'abhor' imply about a person's feelings?

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Which of the following options best defines 'abjection'?

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What does it mean to 'abjure' a belief or principle?

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In what context would someone most likely use the word 'abduct'?

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Which word describes the act of reducing the length of a written work?

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What does the term 'aggregate' mean in the context provided?

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Which of the following best describes someone who is 'agnostic'?

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What does 'alleviate' imply in its usage?

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What is the definition of 'aloof'?

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In the context given, an 'alias' refers to what?

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What does the term 'allege' suggest?

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What is meant by 'aggrieved'?

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What does 'amalgamate' mean in the given context?

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What does the term 'advocate' imply when used as a verb?

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Which of the following best describes someone who is 'affable'?

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What is the meaning of 'aggrandize' when used as a verb?

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In what context would the term 'affront' be appropriately used?

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What does 'aggregate' refer to when used as a noun?

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What does the term 'anguish' refer to?

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In which context is the word 'annex' used correctly as a verb?

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What is the meaning of 'anonymity' as indicated by the word 'anonymous'?

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Which term best describes a situation involving 'antagonism'?

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What does the term 'anomaly' imply?

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What does the term 'abdicate' refer to in a leadership context?

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Which of the following best describes an 'aberration'?

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What is the primary meaning of the verb 'abhor'?

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What does 'absolution' refer to in a legal context?

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The word 'abject' most closely describes which situation?

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Which situation best exemplifies someone who has chosen to abstain?

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What does it mean to 'accede' in negotiations?

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What does to 'abate' usually imply regarding a situation?

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In what context would the verb 'abort' typically be used?

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How would you describe a person displaying an acerbic attitude?

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What does the term 'abjure' indicate about a person's actions?

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If a concept is described as 'abstruse', what does that imply?

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What best describes the process of accretion?

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The term 'abet' is most accurately defined as:

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Which of the following best illustrates an accommodating behavior?

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Which word describes something that is easy to obtain or reach?

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What does the term 'aggrieved' imply about a person's state?

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Which word describes the act of bringing different groups together?

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What quality is associated with something described as 'ambiguous'?

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What does 'agile' suggest about a person's or animal's movement?

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Which term is associated with easing or soothing fears?

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In what context might 'allocate' be appropriately used?

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What does the term 'aloof' suggest about someone's demeanor?

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Which option best defines 'altercation'?

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What does 'atone' most closely mean?

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Which of the following describes something that is 'audible'?

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What is an appropriate synonym for 'auspicious'?

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In what context would the term 'atrophy' be used?

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What does 'avarice' signify?

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How would you describe someone who is 'audacious'?

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Which scenario is an example of 'avenge'?

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Flashcards

abase (v.)

to humiliate, degrade

abate (v.)

to reduce, lessen

abdicate (v.)

to give up a position, usually one of leadership

abduct (v.)

to kidnap, take by force

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aberration (n.)

something that differs from the norm

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abet (v.)

to aid, help, encourage

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abhor (v.)

to hate, detest

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abide 1.(v.)

to put up with

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abide 2.(v.)

to remain

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abject (adj.)

wretched, pitiful

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abjure (v.)

to reject, renounce

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abnegation (n.)

denial of comfort to oneself

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abort (v.)

to give up on a half-finished project or effort

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abridge 1.(v.)

to cut down, shorten

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abridged

shortened version of something, usually longer than normal

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abrogate

to abolish a law or right, usually by authority

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abscond

to leave secretly and hide

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absolution

freedom from blame or guilt

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abstain

to choose not to do something

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abstruse

hard to understand

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accede

to agree

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accentuate

to emphasize or highlight

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accessible

easily obtainable or reachable

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acclaim

high praise

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accolade

an expression of praise or admiration

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accommodating

helpful and obliging

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accord

an agreement

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accost

to confront verbally

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accretion

slow growth in size or amount

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acerbic

bitterly harsh or sharp

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acquiesce

to agree passively without protest

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Acrimony (n.)

Bitterness, discord.

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Acumen (n.)

Keen insight.

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Acute (adj.) 1

Sharp, severe.

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Acute (adj.) 2

Having keen insight.

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Adamant (adj.)

Impervious, immovable, unyielding.

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Adept (adj.)

Extremely skilled.

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Adhere (v.) 1

To stick to something.

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Adhere (v.) 2

To follow devoutly.

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Admonish (v.)

To caution, criticize, reprove.

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Adorn (v.)

To decorate.

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Adroit (adj.)

Skillful, dexterous.

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Adulation (n.)

Extreme praise.

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Adumbrate (v.)

To sketch out in a vague way.

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Adverse (adj.)

Antagonistic, unfavorable, dangerous.

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antipathy (n.)

a strong dislike

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Anecdote (n.)

A short, humorous story.

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antiquated (adj.)

old, out of date

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Anesthesia (n.)

Loss of sensation.

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antiseptic (adj.)

clean, sterile

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Anguish (n.)

Extreme sadness, torment.

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antithesis (n.)

the absolute opposite

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Animated (adj.)

Lively, energetic.

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anxiety (n.)

intense uneasiness

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Annex (v.)

To add territory or space.

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apathetic (adj.)

lacking concern, emotion

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Annex (n.)

A room attached to a larger one.

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apocryphal (adj.)

fictitious, false

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Annul (v.)

To make something void or invalid.

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Anomaly (n.)

Something unusual or not fitting in.

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appalling (adj.)

inspiring shock, horror

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Anonymous (adj.)

Unknown, unrecognized.

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appease (v.)

to calm, satisfy

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Antagonism (n.)

Hostility, conflict.

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appraise (v.)

to assess value

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apprehend (v.)

to seize, arrest

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Antecedent (n.)

Something that came before.

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Antediluvian (adj.)

Ancient.

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Anthology (n.)

A collection of writings, songs, or other works.

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ambivalent (adj.)

Having opposing feelings or beliefs.

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ameliorate (v.)

To improve or make better.

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amenable (adj.)

Willing or agreeable to something.

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amenity (n.)

Something that increases comfort or enjoyment.

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amiable (adj.)

Friendly and pleasant.

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amicable (adj.)

Friendly and peaceable, especially in relationships.

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amorous (adj.)

Showing or expressing sexual love or desire.

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amorphous (adj.)

Without definite shape or form.

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anachronistic (adj.)

Something that is out of its proper time period.

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analgesic (n.)

A substance that relieves pain.

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analogous (adj.)

Similar in some way; comparable.

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anarchist (n.)

Someone who opposes all forms of government.

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anathema (n.)

Something or someone that is cursed or detested.

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abase (v.)

to humiliate, degrade

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abate (v.)

to reduce, lessen

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abdicate (v.)

to give up a position, usually one of leadership

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abduct (v.)

to kidnap, take by force

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aberration (n.)

something that differs from the norm

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abet (v.)

to aid, help, encourage

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abhor (v.)

to hate, detest

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abide 1.(v.)

to put up with

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abide 2.(v.)

to remain

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abject (adj.)

wretched, pitiful

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abjure (v.)

to reject, renounce

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abnegation (n.)

denial of comfort to oneself

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abort (v.)

to give up on a half-finished project or effort

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abridge 1.(v.)

to cut down, shorten

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abridged

shortened version of something, usually longer than normal

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abrogate

to abolish a law or right, usually by authority

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abscond

to leave secretly and hide

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absolution

freedom from blame or guilt

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abstain

to choose not to do something

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abstruse

hard to understand

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accede

to agree

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accentuate

to emphasize or highlight

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accessible

easily obtainable or reachable

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acclaim

high praise

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accolade

an expression of praise or admiration

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accommodating

helpful and obliging

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accord

an agreement

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accost

to confront verbally

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accretion

slow growth in size or amount

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acerbic

bitterly harsh or sharp

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acquiesce

to agree passively without protest

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Acrimony (n.)

Bitterness, discord

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Acumen (n.)

Keen insight

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Acute 1.(adj.)

Sharp, severe

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Acute 2.(adj.)

Having keen insight

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Adamant (adj.)

Impervious, immovable, unyielding

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Adept (adj.)

Extremely skilled

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Adhere 1. (n.)

To stick to something

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Adhere 2. (n.)

To follow devoutly

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Admonish (v.)

To caution, criticize, reprove

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Adorn (v.)

To decorate

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Adroit (adj.)

Skillful, dexterous

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Adulation (n.)

Extreme praise

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Adumbrate (v.)

To sketch out vaguely

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Adverse (adj.)

Antagonistic, unfavorable, dangerous

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Anecdote (n.)

A short, humorous account.

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Anesthesia (n.)

Loss of sensation.

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Anguish (n.)

Extreme sadness, torment.

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Animated (adj.)

Lively.

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Annex 1.(v.)

To incorporate territory.

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Annex 2.(n.)

A room attached to a larger one.

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Annul (v.)

To make void or invalid.

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Anomaly (n.)

Something that doesn't fit the norm.

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Anonymous (adj.)

Unknown, unrecognized.

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Antagonism (n.)

Hostility.

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Antecedent (n.)

Something that came before.

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Antediluvian (adj.)

Ancient.

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Anthology (n.)

A collection of writings.

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Aggregate (v.)

To gather into a mass.

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Aggrieved (adj.)

Distressed, wronged, injured.

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Agile (adj.)

Quick, nimble.

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Agnostic (adj.)

Believing that the existence of God cannot be proven or disproven.

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Agriculture (n.)

Farming.

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Aisle (n.)

A passageway between rows of seats.

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Alacrity (n.)

Eagerness, speed.

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Alias (n.)

A false name or identity.

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Allay (v.)

To soothe, ease.

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Allege (v.)

To assert, usually without proof.

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Alleviate (v.)

To relieve, make more bearable.

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Allocate (v.)

To distribute, set aside.

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Aloof (adj.)

Reserved, distant.

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Altercation (n.)

A dispute, fight.

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Amalgamate (v.)

To bring together, unite.

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Ambiguous (adj.)

Uncertain, variably interpretable.

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antipathy (n.)

a strong dislike, repugnance

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antiquated (adj.)

old, out of date

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antiseptic (adj.)

clean, sterile

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antithesis (n.)

the absolute opposite

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anxiety (n.)

intense uneasiness

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apathetic (adj.)

lacking concern, emotion

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apocryphal (adj.)

fictitious, false, wrong

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appalling (adj.)

inspiring shock, horror, disgust

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appease (v.)

to calm, satisfy

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appraise (v.)

to assess the worth or value of

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apprehend (v.)

to seize, arrest

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anthology (n.)

A collection of writings, songs, or other works.

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abase (v.)

to humiliate, degrade

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abate (v.)

to reduce, lessen

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abdicate (v.)

to give up a position, usually one of leadership

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abduct (v.)

to kidnap, take by force

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aberration (n.)

something that differs from the norm

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abet (v.)

to aid, help, encourage

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abhor (v.)

to hate, detest

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abide 1.(v.)

to put up with

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abide 2.(v.)

to remain

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abject (adj.)

wretched, pitiful

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abjure (v.)

to reject, renounce

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abnegation (n.)

denial of comfort to oneself

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abort (v.)

to give up on a half-finished project or effort

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abridge 1.(v.)

to cut down, shorten

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Advocate (v.)

To argue in favor of something, or a person who argues in favor of something.

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Aerial (adj.)

Related to the air, or in the air (often about flying)

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Aesthetic (adj.)

Artistic, related to the appreciation of beauty

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Affable (adj.)

Friendly, amiable (easy to talk to)

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Affinity (n.)

A spontaneous feeling of closeness or connection.

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Affluent (adj.)

Rich, wealthy.

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Affront (n.)

An insult.

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Aggrandize (v.)

To increase or make greater (often falsely or artificially).

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Aggregate (n.)

A whole or total.

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abridged

A shortened version of something, usually longer than normal.

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abrogate

To abolish a law or right, usually by authority.

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abscond

To leave secretly and hide.

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absolution

Freedom from blame or guilt.

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abstain

To choose not to do something.

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abstruse

Hard to understand.

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accede

To agree.

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accentuate

To emphasize or highlight.

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accessible

Easily obtainable or reachable.

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acclaim

High praise.

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accolade

An expression of praise or admiration.

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accommodating

Helpful and obliging.

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accord

An agreement.

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accost

To confront verbally.

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accretion

Slow growth in size or amount.

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acerbic

Bitterly harsh or sharp.

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acquiesce

To agree passively without protest.

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Anecdote (n.)

A short, humorous story or account.

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Aggregate (v.)

To gather into a mass, collect into a whole.

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Aggrieved (adj.)

Distressed, wronged, injured.

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Anesthesia (n.)

Loss of sensation, often caused by drugs.

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Agile (adj.)

Quick, nimble, skillful in movement.

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Anguish (n.)

Extreme sadness or torment.

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Animated (adj.)

Lively and energetic.

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Agnostic (adj.)

Believing that the existence of God is not provable or disprovable.

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Annex (v.)

To add territory or a space to something larger.

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Agriculture (n.)

Farming; cultivating crops and livestock.

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Annex (n.)

A room attached to a larger space.

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Aisle (n.)

A passageway between rows of seats or other things.

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Annul (v.)

To make something invalid or void.

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Alacrity (n.)

Eagerness, speed, briskness.

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Alias (n.)

A false name used to hide one's identity.

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Anomaly (n.)

Something unusual or not fitting the norm.

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Allay (v.)

To soothe, ease, lessen.

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Anonymous (adj.)

Unknown or unrecognized.

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Allege (v.)

To claim or assert without proof.

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Antagonism (n.)

Hostility or conflict.

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Antecedent (n.)

Something that came before.

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Alleviate (v.)

To relieve, lessen, make something better.

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Allocate (v.)

To distribute or assign for a specific purpose.

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Antediluvian (adj.)

Ancient; extremely old.

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Anthology (n.)

A collection of writings or works.

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Aloof (adj.)

Reserved, distant, not friendly.

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Altercation (n.)

A dispute or fight.

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Amalgamate (v.)

To combine or unite different things into one whole.

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Ambiguous (adj.)

Uncertain or unclear in meaning.

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Asylum (n.)

A place of refuge or protection; a sanctuary

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Atone (v.)

To make amends, repent

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Atrophy (v.)

To wither away, decay

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Attain (v.)

To achieve, arrive at

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Attribute (v.)

To credit, assign

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Attribute (n.)

A facet, trait, characteristic

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Atypical (adj.)

Not typical, unusual

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Audacious (adj.)

Excessively bold

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Audible (adj.)

Able to be heard

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Augment (v.)

To add to, expand

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Auspicious (adj.)

Favorable, indicative of good things

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Austere (adj.)

Very bare, bleak

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Avarice (n.)

Excessive greed

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Avenge (v.)

To seek revenge

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Aversion (n.)

A particular dislike for something

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Study Notes

SAT Vocabulary List

  • Abase: To humiliate, degrade.
  • Abate: To reduce, lessen.
  • Abdicate: To give up a position, typically of leadership.
  • Abduct: To kidnap, take by force.
  • Aberration: Something that differs from the norm.
  • Abet: To aid, help, encourage.
  • Abhor: To hate, detest.
  • Abide: To put up with, remain.
  • Abject: Wretched, pitiful.
  • Abjure: To reject, renounce.
  • Abnegation: Denial of comfort.
  • Abort: To give up on a project or effort.
  • Abridge: To cut short, shorten.
  • Abrogate: To abolish, usually by authority.
  • Abscond: To sneak away and hide.
  • Absolution: Freedom from blame, guilt, sin.
  • Abstain: To freely choose not to commit an action.
  • Abstruse: Hard to comprehend.
  • Accede: To agree.
  • Accentuate: To stress, highlight.
  • Accessible: Obtainable, reachable.
  • Acclaim: High praise.
  • Accolade: High praise, special distinction.
  • Accommodating: Helpful, obliging, polite.
  • Accord: An agreement.
  • Accost: To confront verbally.
  • Accretion: Slow growth in size or amount.
  • Acerbic: Biting, bitter in tone or taste.
  • Acquiesce: To agree without protesting.
  • Acrimony: Bitterness, discord.
  • Acumen: Keen insight.
  • Acute: Sharp, severe; having keen insight.
  • Adamant: Impervious, immovable, unyielding.
  • Adept: Extremely skilled.
  • Adhere: To stick to something; to follow devoutly.
  • Admonish: To caution, criticize, reprove.
  • Adorn: To decorate.
  • Adroit: Skillful, dexterous.
  • Adulation: Extreme praise.
  • Adumbrate: To sketch out vaguely.
  • Adverse: Antagonistic, unfavorable, dangerous.
  • Advocate: To argue in favor of something; a person who argues in favor.
  • Aerial: Somehow related to the air.
  • Aesthetic: Artistic, related to the appreciation of beauty.
  • Affable: Friendly, amiable.
  • Affinity: A spontaneous feeling of closeness.
  • Affluent: Rich, wealthy.
  • Affront: An insult.
  • Aggrandize: To increase or make greater.
  • Aggregate: A whole or total; to gather into a mass.
  • Aggrieved: Distressed, wronged.
  • Agile: Quick, nimble.
  • Agnostic: Believing the existence of God cannot be proven or disproven.
  • Agriculture: Farming.
  • Aisle: A passageway between rows of seats.
  • Alacrity: Eagerness, speed.
  • Alias: A false name or identity.
  • Allay: To soothe, ease.
  • Alleged: To assert, usually without proof.
  • Alleviate: To relieve, make more bearable.
  • Allocate: To distribute, set aside.
  • Aloof: Reserved, distant.
  • Altercation: A dispute, fight.
  • Amalgamate: To bring together, unite.
  • Ambiguous: Uncertain, variably interpretable.
  • Ambivalent: Having opposing feelings.
  • Ameliorate: To improve.
  • Amenable: Willing, compliant.
  • Amenity: An item that increases comfort.
  • Amiable: Friendly.
  • Amicable: Friendly (without hard feelings).
  • Amorphous: Without definite shape or type.
  • Anachronistic: Being out of correct chronological order.
  • Analgesic: Something that reduces pain.
  • Analogous: Similar to, so that an analogy can be drawn.
  • Anarchist: One who wants to eliminate all government.
  • Anathema: A cursed, detested person.
  • Anecdote: A short, humorous account.
  • Anesthesia: Loss of sensation.
  • Anguish: Extreme sadness, torment.
  • Animated: Lively.
  • Annex: To incorporate territory or space; a room attached.
  • Annul: To make void or invalid.
  • Anomaly: Something that doesn't fit the normal order.
  • Anonymous: Being unknown, unrecognized.
  • Antagonism: Hostility.
  • Antecedent: Something that came before.
  • Antediluvian: Ancient.
  • Anthology: A selected collection of writings, songs, etc.
  • Antipathy: A strong dislike.
  • Antiquated: Old, out of date.
  • Antiseptic: Clean, sterile.
  • Antithesis: The absolute opposite.
  • Anxiety: Intense uneasiness.
  • Apathetic: Lacking concern, emotion.
  • Apocryphal: Fictitious, false, wrong.
  • Appalling: Inspiring shock, horror, disgust.
  • Appease: To calm, satisfy.
  • Appraise: To assess the worth or value of.
  • Apprehend: To seize, arrest; to perceive, understand.
  • Approbation: Praise.
  • Appropriate: To take, make use of.
  • Aquatic: Relating to water.
  • Arable: Suitable for growing crops.
  • Arbiter: One who can resolve a dispute, make a decision.
  • Arbitrary: Based on random factors.
  • Arbitration: The process or act of resolving a dispute.
  • Arboreal: Of or relating to trees.
  • Arcane: Obscure, secret, known only by a few.
  • Archaic: Of or relating to an earlier period, outdated.
  • Archetypal: The most representative or typical example.
  • Ardor: Extreme vigor, energy, enthusiasm.
  • Arid: Extremely dry.
  • Arrogate: To take without justification.
  • Artifact: A remaining piece from an extinct culture.
  • Artisan: A craftsman.
  • Ascertain: To perceive, learn.
  • Ascetic: Practicing restraint as a means of self-discipline.
  • Ascribe: To assign, credit, attribute to.
  • Aspersion: A curse, expression of ill will.
  • Aspire: To long for, aim toward.
  • Assail: To attack.
  • Assess: To evaluate.
  • Assiduous: Hard-working, diligent.
  • Assuage: To ease, pacify.

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