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SAS Vocab 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cacophony | jarring and unpleasing sounds |
| Evanescence | something that lasts for a short time, and an event that fades away gradually |
| Mercurial | characterized by rapid and unpredictable changes, fickle |
| Volatile | easily changeable, quick to explode |
| Circulate | to move around freely, to spread widely |
| Evacuate | to leave withdraw, as from a dangerous area |
| Exclusion | not being allowed entry or join |
| Exile | to banish someone from their native country |
| Fluctuate | to shift back and forth without regularity |
| Linger | to delay or be slow in leaving |
| Ramble | to move or speak without direction |
| Recede | to move away or become smaller |
| Rout | an overwhelming defeat or defeat |
| Audible | able to be heard |
| Dingy | dirty, dull, or shabby |
| Elaborate | very detailed or to explain something in greater detail |
| Elongate | to lengthen |
| Embroider | to decorate an item with needlework |
| Emulate | to copy or imitate |
| Fringe | the edge or outer portion |
| Hue | the color or shade of an object |
| Livid | discolored, bruised, or very angry |
| Lush | juicy and tender or covered with plant life |
| Opulent | rich, characterized by wealth |
| Plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| Stark | bare, without decoration |
| Sublime | without equal, awe |
| Tome | a book, especially a large and scholarly one |
| Virtuoso | a person with great skill, especially a musician |
| Vivid | very distant and sharp, realistic |
| Adamant | stubborn and persistent |
| Condescend | act as if you are better than someone |
| Contradict | to disagree |
| Egoist | a self |
| Glutton | one who eats and drinks too much, greedy |
| Imperious | arrogant, behaving like royalty |
| Plunder | to steal |
| Shun | to avoid deliberately |
| Timid | shy |
| Wily | cunning and crafty |
| Abstinence | act or practice of refraining from giving in, especially in alcohol |
| Capricious | unpredictable and impulsive |
| Contemptuous | expressing disdain or extreme dislike |
| Contentious | inclined to fight or argue |
| Feral | wild and untamed |
| Rancorous | showing hatred or ill |
| Staid | straightlaced and serious |
| Impervious | unable to pass or enter, unable to upset or disturb |
| Indifferent | having no feelings or not caring one way or another |
| Languid | slow |
| Mirth | happiness and good cheer |
| Nimble | agile and flexible |
| Nonchalant | without concern, calm and cool |
| Tepid | neither hot nor cold |
| Burly | very sticky and muscled |
| Dexterity | mental skill or quickness |
| Exuberant | overflowing with joy or happiness |
| Felicity | joy, and happiness |
| Frugal | not wasteful or extravagant |
| Idiosyncratic | a characteristic peculiar to an individual, a quirk |
| Integrity | a person’s moral character, honesty, and truthfulness |
| Paramount | having superior power and influence |
| Prosperous | wealthy or fortunate |
| Prudent | sensible and wise |
| Thrifty | able to handle money wisely, not extravagant |
| Venerate | to regard with deep respect |
| Whimsical | determined by chance or fancy instead of reason; impulsive |
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