Hard TOEFL Words - Group 1

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n. the act of giving up or renouncing a right, office, or position of power etc.


Spelling Word: abdication
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v. authorize; commission; give credit for


Spelling Word: accredit
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n. A person, organization, or establishment associated with another, as a subordinate, subsidiary, or member


Spelling Word: affiliate
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v. adjust or calculate so as to reflect a rate that is based on a full year


Spelling Word: annualize
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a. of or relating to chemical substance that kills microorganisms and cures infections


Spelling Word: antibiotic
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n. close attention; work of applying something; verbal or written request for assistance


Spelling Word: application
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v. designate; nominate


Spelling Word: appoint
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n. access; method


Spelling Word: approach
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v. acquire; take possession of for one's own use; set apart for specific use


Spelling Word: appropriate
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a. lacking moisture, especially having insufficient rainfall to support trees or woody plants


Spelling Word: arid