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SSAT/ISEE Middle level vocab Flashcards

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abrupt

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(adj) 1.sudden and unexpected
2. brief to the point of rudeness; curt

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adapt

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(v) to make something suitable for a new use or purpose; modify
2. become to new conditions
3. alter (a text) to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage.

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anxious

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(adj) 1. experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness typically about an imminent event or something with uncertain outcome
2. wanting something very much, typically with a feeling of unease.

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barren

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(adj) 1. land too poor for much or any vegetation.
2. bleak and lifeless

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braggart

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(adj) a person who boasts about achievements or possessions; a show off

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capricious

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(adj) given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

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concise

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(adj) giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive

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controversial

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(adj) giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement.

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drastic

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(adj) likely to have a strong or far-reaching effect; radical and extreme.

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duration

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(n) the time during which something continues.

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economize

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(v) spend less; reduce one’s expenses.

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endeavor

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(v) try hard to do or achieve something (n) an attempt to achieve a goal

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falter

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(v) start to lose strength or momentum.
2. speak in a hesitant or unsteady voice.
3. move unsteadily or in a way that shows lack of confidence.

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flourish

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(v) to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.
2. (adj)wave (something) around to attract the attention of others.
(n) a bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract the attention of others.
2: an instance of suddenly performing or developing in an impressively successful way.

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gratified

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(v) 1. to give someone pleasure or satisfaction
2. indulge or satisfy (a desire)

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gullible

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(adj) easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.

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haphazard

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(adj) lacking any obvious principle of organization

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homely

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(adj). unattractive in appearance.
2. simple but cozy and comfortable, as in one’s own home.

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inundate

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(v) overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with.
2. flood

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irate

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(adj) feeling or characterized by great anger.

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jovial

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adj) cheerful and friendly.

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keen

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(adj). (of a sense) highly developed.
2. (of the edge or point of a blade) sharp.

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knack

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(n) 1. an acquired or natural skill at performing a task 2. a tendency to do something

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lofty

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(adj) of imposing height 2. (of wool or other fabric textiles) thick and resilient

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lure

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(v). tempt (a person or animal) to do something or to go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward.
2. something that tempts or is used to tempt a person or animal to do something.

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meager

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(adj) 1. lacking in quality or quantity 2. thin; lean (person or animal

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mimic

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(v). imitate (someone or their actions or words), especially in order to entertain or ridicule
(n). a person skilled in imitating the voice, mannerisms, or movements of others in an entertaining way.
(adj) imitative of something, especially for amusement.

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noncommittal

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(adj) giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling

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notorious

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(adj) stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

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omit

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(v) 1. to leave out or exclude, either intentionally or forgetfully 2. to fail or neglect to do something; to leave undone

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peak

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(n) the pointed top of a mountain (v) to reach a highest point, either of a specified value or a specified time (adj) greatest; maximum

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predicament

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(n) 1. a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation 2. (in Aristotelian logic) each of the ten “categories,” often listed as: substance or being, quantity, quality, relation, place, time, posture, having or possession, action, and passion.

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presume

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(v) 1. suppose that something is the case on the basis of probability 2. be audacious enough to do something

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quest

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(n) a long or arduous search for something (v) search for something

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revere

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(adj) 1. strong and healthy; vigorous 2. (of wine or food) strong and rich in flavor and smell

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soothe

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(v). gently calm (a person or their feelings).
2. reduce pain or discomfort in (a part of the body).
3. relieve or ease (pain).

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steadfast

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(adj) resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering

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subtle

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(adj) (especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe.

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tangible

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(adj) perceptible by touch (n) a thing that is perceptible by touch

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thrive

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(v). (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously.
2. prosper; flourish.

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unruly

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(adj) disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control

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urgent

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(adj). (of a state or situation) requiring immediate action or attention.
2. (of action or an event) done or arranged in response to a pressing or critical situation.
3. (of a person or their manner) earnest and persistent in response to a pressing situation.

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vibrant

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(adj). full of energy and enthusiasm.
2. quivering; pulsating.
3. (of color) bright and striking.

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vigorous

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(adj). strong, healthy, and full of energy.
2. characterized by or involving physical strength, effort, or energy.
3. (of language) forceful.

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willful

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(adj). (of an immoral or illegal act or omission) intentional; deliberate.
2. having or showing a stubborn and determined intention to do as one wants, regardless of the consequences or effects.

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wrath

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(n) extreme anger.

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yearn

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(v). have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
2. be filled with compassion or warm feeling.

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robust

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(adj) 1. strong and healthy; vigorous 2. (of wine or food) strong and rich in flavor and smell

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Obstinate

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(adj) stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

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incident

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(n) an event or occurrence (adj) 1. likely to happen because of; resulting from 2.(especially of light or radiation) falling on or striking something

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