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SAT Word Set 131-140
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10th Grade
10/11/2009

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Term
Attribute
Definition
(n) An inherent characteristic.
"An attribute to birds are their wings."
Term
Atypical
Definition
(adj) Not typical.
"Today was atypical, because all of my teachers were substitutes.
Term
Audacious
Definition
(adj) Intrepidly daring.
"The audacious daredevil pulled off many amazing stunts."
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Audible
Definition
(adj) Heard or capable of being heard.
"The sound from the teachers computer was barely audible."
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Augment
Definition
(v) To make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense.
"He augmented the test, to the students dismay."
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Auspicious
Definition
(adj) Having a favorable observation by an argur esp of the flight and feeding of birds.
"An auspicious environment is one with dark sky, dead trees, and a full moon."
Term
Austere
Definition
(adj) Stern or cold in appearance or manner.
"We were given an austere welcome when we arrived at the school."
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Avarice
Definition
(n) Excessive or insatiable desire for wealth/gain.
"Avarice is necessary for being a good businessperson."
Term
Avenge
Definition
(v) To take revenge for or on behalf of.
"Avenge the death of your mom"
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Aversion
Definition
(adj) The act of turning away.
"The dog showed aversion towards the toy."
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