PSAT: High Frequency Words: List 10

For PSAT exam, we've gathered a collection of high-frequency vocabulary lists that will likely appear in reading passages and questions. Knowing these terms will boost comprehension and help you answer more confidently and accurately.
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  1. imminent
    close in time; about to occur
  2. consecutive
    one after the other
  3. impair
    make worse or less effective
  4. languid
    lacking spirit or liveliness
  5. hamper
    prevent the progress or free movement of
  6. thwart
    hinder or prevent, as an effort, plan, or desire
  7. beneficial
    promoting or enhancing well-being
  8. inherent
    existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
  9. frivolous
    not serious in content, attitude, or behavior
  10. infallible
    incapable of failure or error
  11. relinquish
    turn away from; give up
  12. ruthless
    without mercy or pity
  13. loathe
    dislike intensely; feel disgust toward
  14. aloof
    distant, cold, or detached in manner
  15. pacify
    ease the anger, agitation, or strong emotion of
Created on Thu Jun 05 15:16:31 EDT 2025

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