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SAT VOCAB
Term | Definition |
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abstemious | using or consuming sparingly |
archaic | no longer current or applicable; antiquated |
atelier | an artist's or designer's workshop |
axiom | universal truth; an established rule |
dulcet | melodious; pleasing to the ear |
expurgate | to remove vulgar or objectionable material |
iniquity | an evil or wicked act |
patronizing | treating with condescension; acting superior |
pellucid | transparent; clear |
peremptory | not allowing refusal or delay |
perspicacious | keen; mentally sharp |
scapegoat | one who bares the blame for others |
talisman | magic charm or superstitious object for protection or luck |
usurp | to take over, to seize power |
vacillate | to waver; to sway indecisively |
apocryphal | of questionable authenticity, but widely believed |
catharsis | a release of emotional tension |
crepuscular | pertaining to twilight |
efficacious | effective; producing the desired outcome |
estrange | to alienate |
internecine | mutually destructive |
intrinsic | of or relating to a thing's basic nature; inherent |
inundate | to overwhelm; to fill beyond capacity |
kudos | acclaim or praise |
maxim | an established principle; a truth or rule of conduct |
putrid | rotten and foul smelling |
revere | to regard with respect, awe or adoration |
risible | relating to laughter; laughable |
servile | submissive; slavish |
sybaritic | marked by luxury or pleasure |