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S.A.T. 10 Vocabulary Words. subterranean – adj.- Situated or operating beneath the earth’s surface; underground. larvae – n. pl.- The newly hatched, wingless, often wormlike form of many insects before metamorphosis.
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subterranean – adj.- Situated or operating beneath the earth’s surface; underground.
larvae – n. pl.- The newly hatched, wingless, often wormlike form of many insects before metamorphosis.
metamorphosis –n. pl.- A transformation, as if by magic or sorcery. A marked change in appearance, character, condition, or function.
trepidation– n. – A state of alarm or dread; apprehension. An involuntary trembling.
industrious – adj.– Assiduous in work or study; diligent. Skillful, clever.
nocturnal – adj. - Of, relating to, or occurring in the night.
insecticide – n.- A chemical substance used to kill insects.
iridescent– n. – Producing a display of lustrous rainbow like colors. Brilliant, lustrous, or colorful in effect or appearance.
indigenous – adj.- Originating and living or occurring naturally in an area or environment.
quarantine – n. - A period of time during which a vehicle, person, or material suspected of carrying a contagious disease is detained at a port of entry under enforced isolation to prevent disease from entering a country.
nemesis– n. - A source of harm or ruin. Retributive justice in its execution or outcome. An opponent that cannot be beaten or overcome.