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

to intentionally say or do something that disrespects or humiliates someone

to be positioned above or on top of something

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

to cleverly come up with an idea, theory, or plan using creative thinking

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

to scratch or rub repeatedly against a surface, often causing irritation or annoyance

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

to stay or reside temporarily in a place

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

to remove someone from a position or place, often forcefully

to criticize or reprimand severely and publicly

to make someone more susceptible or inclined to a particular condition or behavior

to implicitly convey something such as an idea, feeling, etc. in addition to something's basic meaning

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

to make someone angry