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SAT Vocab List # 21

Analyze and compare the contrasting characters of Hester Prynne and Abigail Williams in an essay, highlighting their differences and similarities through juxtaposition.

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SAT Vocab List # 21

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  1. SAT Vocab List #21

  2. 101. juxtapose (v.) • def: to place two things next to each other for implicit comparison • syn: compare, contrast • ant: • For your essay, juxtapose the characters of Hester Prynne and Abigail Williams.

  3. 102. juxtaposition (n.) • def: the act of placing two things next to each other for implicit comparison • syn: comparison, contrast • ant: • The interior designer admired my juxtaposition of the yellow couch and green table.

  4. 103. laconic (adj.) • def: terse in speech or writing • syn: brief, concise, succinct • ant: verbose, loquacious, garrulous • The author’s laconic style has won him many followers who dislike wordiness.

  5. 104. languid (adj.) • def: sluggish from fatigue or weakness • syn: listless, feeble, tired, weary • ant: energetic, vigorous • In the summer months, the great heat makes people languid and lazy.

  6. 105. largess (n.) • def: the generous giving of lavish gifts • syn: generosity, altruism, benevolence • ant: stinginess • My boss demonstrated great largess by giving me a new car.

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