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SAT 3
SAT 3
10
English
10th Grade
11/12/2013

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Term
amplify
Definition
increase the volume of sound, esp. using an amplifier.
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inept
Definition
having or showing no skill; clumsy.
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surreptitious
Definition
a kept secret, esp. because it would not be approved of.
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jeopardize
Definition
to put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure.
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latent
Definition
of a quality or state existing but not yet developed or manifest; hidden; concealed.
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essence
Definition
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, esp. something abstract, that determines its character.
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recoil
Definition
suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust.
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generic
Definition
characteristic of or relating to a class or group of things; not specific.
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lacerate
Definition
tear or deeply cut :something, esp. flesh or skin
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murky
Definition
dark and gloomy, esp. due to thick mist.
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