Hard SAT Words - Group 2

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n. small, often round piece of material, such as glass, plastic, or wood, that is pierced for stringing or threading


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v. signal or summon, as by nodding or waving; attract because of inviting or enticing appearance


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v. wet thoroughly; stain with mud; soil or wet by dragging in dirt, mud, moist places


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n. something enormous in size or power


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a. beastlike; brutal; lacking in intelligence or reason


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a. suffering from a disease; destroyed, ruined, or spoiled


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a. offensively self-assertive; liable to give or take offense; forward; pushing


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a. having pleasing or useful qualities; gentle; knowing; cautious; cunning; shrewd


Spelling Word: canny
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v. to use something to one's benefit for advantage


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v. surrender; end all resistance; give up; go along with or comply


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