SAT Regular Vocabulary 13

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Preamble

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Introductory statement, preface

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Precarious

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Unstable, insecure, dangerous

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Precursor

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Something that comes before, esp. something that also announces or suggests something on its way

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Predisposed

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Having an inclination or tendency beforehand; susceptible

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Preempt or Pre-empt

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Prevent; take the place of, supplant; take before someone else can

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Presumptive

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Based on inference or assumption; providing reasonable grounds for belief

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Presumptuous

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Too bold or forward; going beyond that which is proper

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Pretentious

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Claiming or demanding a position of importance or dignity, esp. when unjustified; showing off, creating a deceptive, false show of worth

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Principled

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Having high moral standards

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Pristine

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In an original, pure state; uncorrupted