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SAT Vocab - Page 03
Most common SAT Vocabulary words.
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11th Grade
09/02/2008

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Untenable
Definition
that which cannot be defended
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Benevolent
Definition
an inclination to do good, kindliness
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Misanthrope
Definition
a person who hates or distrusts mankind
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Abdicate
Definition
a departure from what is normal or typical
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Benign
Definition
good natured, kindly, favorable, not malignant
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Miscreant
Definition
one who behaves criminally, and evildoer, a malefactor
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Aberration
Definition
a departure from what is normal or typical
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Malefactor
Definition
an evildoer or criminal
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Malignant
Definition
having an evil influence, very harmful
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Misnomer
Definition
wrong name
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Abhor
Definition
to dislike intensely, loath, despise
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Malediction
Definition
to say bad things, a curse
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Malevolent
Definition
wishing evil or harm to others
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Malicious
Definition
to cause pain, injury, or distress to another
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Amicable
Definition
pleasant, friendly
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Amity
Definition
peaceful, friendly relations
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Amiable
Definition
friendly, affable
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Benediction
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to say or speak well of, hence a blessing
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Supercilious
Definition
thinking you are above others, arrogant, haughty
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Gregarious
Definition
enjoying the company of groups, affable
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Benefactor
Definition
one who has given help, especially financial
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Supersede
Definition
replace, take the place of
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Segregate
Definition
separating into different groups
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