Hard SAT Words - Group 1

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v. make shorter; reduce to shorter form intended to represent full form, as for word or phrase

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n. the act of giving up or renouncing a right, office, or position of power etc.

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v. renounce upon oath; abandon forever

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n. washing or cleansing of the body, especially as part of religious rite

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a. slightly sour in taste or in manner; sharp; caustic

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n. an old saying, that has obtained credit by long use

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n. gentle or friendly reproof; cautionary advice or warning

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v. give hint or indication of something; disclose partially or guardedly; overshadow; shade

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n. moving at an easy pace; walk slowly or leisurely

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n. elevation to godhood; fact or action of becoming a god; an ideal example of something