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SAT Vocab Set 6
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25
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10th Grade
08/28/2010

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Affront
Definition
An open or intentional offense, slight, or insult
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Anomalies
Definition
A variation from the common rule, type, arrangement or form
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Ardent
Definition
Intense emotion or strong enthusiasm
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Avid
Definition
Enthusiastic; passionate; longing eagerly; greedy
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Brouhaha
Definition
A stir; a fuss or uproar
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Censure
Definition
Harsh criticism or disapproval
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Conillatory
Definition
Willing to concilliate, or to make compromises
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Enigmatic
Definition
Not clear to the understanding, cryptically
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Explicate
Definition
To make plain or clear; explain; interpret
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Extricate
Definition
To fire or release from entanglement; disengage
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Impudent
Definition
Not showing due respect; impertinent; bold-faced
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Innocuous
Definition
Harmless; producing no ill effect; innocent
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Intrepid
Definition
Fearless; bold; brave
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Irreverent
Definition
Lacking proper respect or seriousness; sarcastic
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Maven
Definition

A self-styled expert in a given field

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Maxim
Definition
A saying that is widely accepted on its own merits
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Minion
Definition
A loyal servant of another, usually more powerful being
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Paramount
Definition
Having superior power and influence
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Proximal
Definition
Closer to the point of attachment or observation
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Raconteur
Definition
Person skilled in relating stories and anecdotes interestingly
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Recidivism
Definition
Habitual relapse into crime
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Regale
Definition
Provide with choice or abundant food or drink
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Rumormonger
Definition
A person who spreads rumors and gossip
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Secluded
Definition
Hidden, isolated, remote
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Titillate
Definition
To stimulate or exi=
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