SAT Word Skills 1 - Lesson 43

to give an explanation in detail and with precision

a detailed and vivid description or depiction

(meteorology) a line on a map that joins places with the same air pressure at a given time or over a given period

having equal or consistent durations or intervals

to separate someone or something from others

relating to or occurring at a constant temperature

the quality of being loud and unpleasant to listen to

loud and harsh-sounding, often causing discomfort or irritation

a sweet, liquid substance produced by flowers and used by insects as a source of energy

a peach-like fruit with smooth yellow and red skin

a tough situation or condition to handle

a damaging remark or false statement about someone's character or reputation

a valued desire or goal that one strongly wishes to achieve

to desire to have or become something

having a strong memory or ability to remember

the quality or trait of being persistent, determined, and unwilling to give up, especially in the face of challenges or obstacles

to affect or be affected by the medical condition known as jaundice, characterized by a yellowing of the skin or eyes

affected by negative feelings, leading to a biased view

an island, especially a small one, that may be part of a larger island or group of islands

a small piece of land surrounded by water