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


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


Spelling Word: abdication
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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


Spelling Word: ablution
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a. slightly sour in taste or in manner; sharp; caustic


Spelling Word: acidulous
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n. an old saying, that has obtained credit by long use


Spelling Word: adage
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n. gentle or friendly reproof; cautionary advice or warning


Spelling Word: admonition
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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


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


Spelling Word: apotheosis