1000 Most Common SAT Words Flashcards

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abject

A

wretched, pitiful

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abnegation

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denial of comfort to oneself

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abstain

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to freely choose not to commit an action

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abstruse

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hard to comprehend

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5
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advocate

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to argue in favor of something

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alleviate

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to relieve, to make more bearable

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ameliorate

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to improve

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8
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amiable

A

friendly

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annex

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  1. to incorporate territory or space 2. a room attached to a larger room or space
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annul

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to make void or invalid

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anomaly

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something that does not fit into the normal order

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12
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antediluvian

A

ancient

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13
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anthology

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a selected collection of writings, songs, etc.

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antipathy

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a strong dislike, repugnance

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appease

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to calm, satisfy

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approbation

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praise

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ascertain

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to perceive, learn

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asylum

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a place of refuge, protection, a sanctuary

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audacious

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excessively bold

20
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aversion

A

particular dislike for something