SAT PREP WORD OF THE DAY #1

(of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread.

the quality of being genuine

involving or characterized by conflict or opposition

a sudden and ignominious failure

occur at or during the same time

raise doubts or objections or show reluctance

a general agreement

the quality of being open and honest in expression

a heavy blow with the hand or a hard object

concise and exact use of words in writing or speech

hostile and aggressive

an asset or object bought or obtained

characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice

open to more than one interpretation

extremely bad; appalling

a person's death

concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty

having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.

gentle; kindly, (of a disease) not harmful in effect

make (someone) unable to think clearly