English 11H SAT vocab 37-54
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Untenable | that which cannot be defended |
| Abdicate | give up, resign |
| Aberration | a departure from what is normal or typical |
| Abhor | to dislike intensely, loathe, despise |
| Benediction | to say or speak well of, hence a blessing |
| Benefactor | one who has given help, especially financial |
| Benevolent | an inclination to do good, kindliness |
| Benign | good natured, kindly, favorable, not malignant |
| Malefactor | an evildoer or criminal |
| Malignant | having an evil influence, very harmful |
| Malediction | to say bad things, a curse |
| Malevolent | wishing evil or harm to others |
| Malicious | to cause pain, injury, or distress to another |
| Supercilious | thinking you are above others, arrogant, haughty |
| Supersede | replace, take the place of |
| Misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts mankind |
| Miscreant | one who behaves criminally, an evildoer, a malefactor |
| Misnomer | wrong name |
| Amicable | pleasant, friendly |
| Amity | peaceful, friendly relations |
| Amiable | friendly, affable |
| Gregarious | enjoying the company of groups, affable |
| Segregate | separating into different groups |
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