SAT List #7 5 on front, 5 on back- space out! 1.diligent 2.disband 3.discourage 4.disparage 5.dissension 6.dissuade 7.dolt 8.dubious 9.edify 10.eccentric.

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SAT List #7 5 on front, 5 on back- space out! 1.diligent 2.disband 3.discourage 4.disparage 5.dissension 6.dissuade 7.dolt 8.dubious 9.edify 10.eccentric

1. The diligent student never missed an assignment because she wanted an A+. (adj) constant in effort to accomplish something; attentive and persistent 2. After filing for bankruptcy, the company decided to disband. (v) to break up or dissolve 3. The man was discourage (d) by his repeated failures. (v) to deprive of courage; to hinder by disfavor

4. The belittling comment was disparaging to her self-esteem. (v) To degrade, belittle, debase; to lower in rank 5. Dissension between religions have led to some of the world’s deadliest wars. (n) Strong disagreement; contention 6. She tried to dissuade him from making a bad decision. (v) To convince not to try or do

7. Known for his irrational decisions, Homer Simpson is a well-known dolt. (n) a stupid person 8. He made a dubious claim that Elvis was his neighbor. (adj) doubtful; questionable; wavering in opinion; uncertain outcome (dubious results)

9. A good book will both entertain and edify its readers. (v) to build, establish; to instruct and improve esp. morally or spiritually 10. Lady Gaga’s fashion taste is often described as eccentric. (adj) odd, peculiar, erratic; deviating from the norm