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SAT 5 Vocabulary
SAT Vocabulary
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03/10/2004
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Disparage
 Definition
belittle someone
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Acrimonious
 Definition
bitter, illnatured tone
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Chastise
 Definition
to punish or scold someone
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Derogatory
 Definition
negative criticism
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Succor
 Definition
help in time of distress
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Incur
 Definition
to bring something upon themselves
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Incursion
 Definition
an attack
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Precursor
 Definition
something or somebody that comes before
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Recurrent
 Definition
happening or appearing again
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Recourse
 Definition
source of help or strength
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Aegis
 Definition
sponsership, protection
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Conducive
 Definition
helpful or favorable
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Conciliatory
 Definition
attending to win over
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Amends
 Definition
compensation for a loss
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Harass
 Definition
to annoy or attack
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Vilify
 Definition
to make abusive statements about somebody
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Reprove
 Definition
to scold or correct gently
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Invective
 Definition
sharp harsh words used to attack
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Innuendo
 Definition
a hint or reference
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Impugn
 Definition
cast doubt on
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Rectify
 Definition
to put something right
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Mitigate
 Definition
to make an offense less severe
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Mediate
 Definition
help others reach an agreement
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Importune
 Definition
to beg
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Foster
 Definition
to nurcher
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Extricate
 Definition
to free from
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Discursive
 Definition
rambling, lengthy
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Cursory
 Definition
hasty, done quick
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Courier
 Definition
a messenger
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Concurrent
 Definition
occuring at the same time
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