SAT Vocab List 2

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respite

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temporary relief from distress

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diminish

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to make or cause to seem smaller or less important

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lament

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to feel or express sorrow or regret

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sequester

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to remove, separate or seclude

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pessimist

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person who views things negatively

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discord

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disagreement; difference of opinion

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embellish

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to beautify with additions

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embezzle

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to inappropriately use entrusted money

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frugal

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economical at saving and spending

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Innate

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Existing from birth