SAT Word List: CANTANKEROUS to CHARY
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 cantankerous (adjective) | having a difficult, uncooperative, or stubborn disposition |
| captious (adjective) | marked by the tendency to point out trivial faults; intended to confuse in an argument |
| cataclysmic (adjective) | severely destructive |
| catalyst (noun) | something that provokes or speeds up significant change, especially without being affected by the consequences |
| caucus (noun) | a closed committee within a political party; a private committee meeting |
| caustic (adjective) | biting, sarcastic |
| cede (verb) | to surrender possession of something |
| celerity (noun) | speed, haste |
| censorious (adjective) | critical; tending to blame and condemn |
| certitude (noun) | assurance, freedom from doubt |
| cessation (noun) | a temporary or complete halt |
| chary (adjective) | watchful, cautious; extremely shy |
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