become rigid or fixed
The bureaucracy began to ossify under the new regime.
Vocabulary like ossify appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
luxury; wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living
speaker; a person who delivers a speech or oration
trouble; a severe or trying experience
neatly arranged and organized
locate; be oriented
highly decorated or elaborate
following traditional beliefs
swing back and forth; be undecided about something
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