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SAT Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Destitute | Poor-lacking |
| Scrutinize | To examine closely |
| Embellish | To make more beautiful |
| Meander | To wander in a carefree manner |
| Superfluous | Unnecessary or extra |
| Impede | To get in the way |
| Complacent | Self-satisfied; unconcerned |
| Haphazard | Without a plan or direction |
| Elated | Extremely happy |
| Insipid | Dull or flat |
| Redundant | More than what is necessary |
| Volatile | Capable of evaporating |
| Nullify | Remove or cancel all value or force |
| Tentative | Not fully developed or definitely planned |
| Hypocrite | An insincere person |
| Somber | Dark or gloomy |
| Taciturn | Quiet |
| Scanty | In small quantity |
| Denounce | Criticize |
| Subtle | Hard to see or understand |
| Hyperbole | Extreme exaggeration |
| Accolade | Award or praise |
| Concise | To the point |
| Contingent | Dependent upon other circumstances |
| Baleful | Harmful or menacing |
| Divergence | The act of splitting into different directions |
| Unanimous | In total agreement |
| Effervescence | Bubbly |
| Copious | In large quantity |
| Indigent | Very poor |
| Hiatus | Gap or interruption |
| Cloister | Isolation form the outside world |
| Apex | Top; Highest point; Summit |
| Incessant | Continuous or endless |
| Adamant | Stubborn |
| Belligerent | Having a strong tendency to argue and fight |
| Wane | To grow gradually smaller |
| Advocate | To support someone |
| Aloof | Cool or distant |
| Frugal | Safe with money; thrifty |