SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 29

to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

having a pleasantly sharp or spicy taste

a tart spicy quality

adroitness in using the hands

not a lot in amount, size, or extent

a person used as a cover for some questionable activity

using language in a way that words don't have their actual meaning, but an imaginative meaning instead

a flat-topped hill with steep sides, often standing alone in a landscape, formed by erosion and resistant rock layers

to provide support or reinforcement in order to make something stronger or more secure

have amorous affairs; of men

of or relating to or characterized by philanthropy

the collection and study of postage stamps

composing or characteristic of an orchestral group

a speech of violent denunciation

not being interested, fond, or understanding of serious works of music, art, literature, etc.

to make something more beautiful by decorating it with attractive elements

the act of showing great love or admiration, usually through gestures or actions

to tell someone what to do or not do, in an authoritative way

the manner in which something is expressed in words

an authoritative declaration