SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 23

to twist or bend something out of its normal or natural shape

to diminish or fade away gradually

to steal something, especially in a sneaky or deceitful manner

to contribute to a particular result or outcome

to imitate something in a humorous or exaggerated manner

insultare

to be positioned above or on top of something

approvare

ideare

to detach or separate someone's affections or dependence from a particular person, thing, or habit

grattugiare

to move or transfer something, often with a sudden or forceful motion

to stay or reside temporarily in a place

affascinare

licenziare qualcuno

to criticize or reprimand severely and publicly

predisporre

connotare

to exceed one's previous achievements or standards and reach a higher level of performance

to make someone angry