sat vocab words...

vicarious

felt as if one were taking part in experiences of another

pique

to arouse / to irritate (interest or curiosity)

abate

to lessen amount, intensity, or strength

maternal

characteristics of a mom

decorum

polite behavior

pretentious

claiming dignity or importance esp when undeserved

unwieldy

hard to handle or manage (esp bc of size or weight)

homely

unattractive; plain looking

impromptu

without preparation

visceral

instinctive

staccato

composed of short/disconnected parts or sounds

rue

to regret

meruticracy

a system where promotion is based on individual ability or achievement

inveigle

to obtain by flattery

behoove

to be necessary or proper for

austere

stern or severe in appearance/without luxury

inert

unable to move

mnemonic

pertaining to or assisting the memory

censor

to prevent from becoming knownim

imposing

impressive by virtue of size power or manner

hectic

characterized by intense activity

sully

to dirty or tarnish, esp by disgracing

insipid

unintersting

anachronism

something not belonging to a certain time period

malady

a disease