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Contemp SAT List 10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| hound | to pursue relentlessly |
| catalyst | something that speeds up an event |
| amply | more than is adequate |
| augment | enlarge or increase; improve |
| avert | turn away, ward off or prevent |
| avid | marked by active interest and enthusiasm |
| buck | resist |
| cohesive | well integrated, forming a united whole |
| futile | producing no result or effect; unproductive of success |
| goad | urge on with unpleasant comments |
| illicit | contrary to or forbidden by law |
| impending | close in time; about to occur |
| inkling | a slight suggestion or vague understanding |
| irk | irritate or vex |
| jargon | a characteristic language of a particular group |
| malevolent | wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred |
| muted | softened, subdued |
| prevail | be widespread in a particular area at a particular time; be current:, prove superior |
| pristine | Unspoiled, untouched (usu. of nature), Immaculately clean and unused |
| rash | marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences; imprudently incurring risk |