High-frequency academic words appearing in SAT passages, with definitions and example usage; distinct from existing alphabetical SAT vocab.
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- Ambiguous
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Unclear or open to more than one interpretation; not definite
- Benign
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Not harmful or threatening; having a mild effect
- Cogent
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Compelling and convincing; clearly argued
- Diligent
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Showing careful and persistent effort; hardworking
- Efficacy
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The ability to produce a desired effect; effectiveness
- Frivolous
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Not serious or important; lacking gravity or weight
- Gregarious
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Fond of being in company with others; social
- Harbinger
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A person or thing that signals the approach of something
- Insidious
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Gradually and subtly harmful or damaging; treacherous
- Jocular
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Joking or characterized by joking; humorous
- Keen
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Eager and enthusiastic; intellectually sharp
- Lament
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To express sorrow or regret; a passionate expression of grief
- Meticulous
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Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
- Nebulous
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Hazy, vague, or ill-defined; not clearly expressed
- Obfuscate
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To make unclear or obscure; to confuse intentionally