Hard SAT Words - Group 8

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a. striking one object against another sharply

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n. entire ruin; utter destruction, especially, utter loss of soul, or of final happiness in future

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n. belief that life is basically bad or evil; gloominess

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n. hidden danger; concealed trap; hidden hazard

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n. abundance; completeness; ample amount or quantity

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v. speak foolishly; talk idly and at length; chatter

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a. capable of grasping or holding; having keen intellect

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n. cleverly executed trick or deception; skill in performing magic or conjuring tricks with hands

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a. ancient; primitive; belonging to the first or earliest age; original or ancient

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n. a set of messages aimed at influencing the opinions or behavior of large numbers of people