SAT Vocab 21 Flashcards
1
Q
abnegation (n)
A
denial of comfort to oneself
2
Q
arable (adj)
A
suitable for growing crops
3
Q
clamor (n)
A
loud noise
4
Q
deplore (v)
A
to feel or express sorrow, disapproval
5
Q
dubious (adj)
A
doubtful, of uncertain quality
6
Q
encumber (v)
A
to weigh down, burden
7
Q
fortuitous (adj)
A
happening by chance, often lucky or fortunate
7
Q
impeccable (adj)
A
exemplary, flawless
8
Q
maudlin (adj)
A
weakly sentimental
9
Q
obsequious (adj)
A
excessively compliant or submissive
10
Q
palatable (adj)
A
agreeable to the taste or sensibilities
11
Q
parsimony (n)
A
frugality, stinginess
12
Q
raze (v)
A
to demolish, level
13
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sanctimonious (adj)
A
giving a hypocritical appearance of piety
14
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scathing (adj)
A
sharp, critical, hurtful
