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Flashcards in SAT Vocab 4 Deck (20)
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1
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ambivalent

A

characterized by a mixture of opposite feelings or attitudes

2
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concur

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to agree or be of the same opinion

3
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culmination

A

the final, highest or conclusive point, the end climax

4
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cynical

A

always skeptical of the motives of others; distrustful of human nature

5
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demagogue

A

a leader who appeals to the passions and prejudices of his audience

6
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demure

A

affectedly shy, modest, or reserved

7
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destitute

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poverty-stricken, extremely poor

8
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dilemma

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a situation in which a choice between opposing modes conduct is necessary

9
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erudite

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characterized by book smarts and extensive knowledge

10
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abate

A

to reduce in amount or to make less

11
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intrepid

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fearless; bold

12
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abhor

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to regard with loathing; hate

13
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austere

A

severe or stern in disposition or appearance; harshly unadorned and simple

14
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decorum

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appropriate behavior, speech or conduct

15
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dole

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a portion of money or food given in charity; to give out in small portions

16
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droll

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amusingly odd or comical

17
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duplicity

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double-dealing

18
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effigy

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a likeness or image, especially of a person

19
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extrovert

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one who is outgoing and energized by social interaction with others

20
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gamut

A

the whole range or sequence