SAT Vocab 13 AP Lit

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quiescence

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Stillness; motionlessness; quality of being at rest.

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initiative

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An introductory act or step.

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dismissive

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Showing little regard; scornful.

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epitome

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The best or most typical example.

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negligible

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Unimportant; insignificant.

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tranquility

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A state of peace and calm.

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inertia

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The tendency of an object to remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force.

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paragon

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A model of excellence or perfection.

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archetype

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A very typical example of a certain person or thing.

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insubstantial

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Lacking strength or solidity; not substantial.