SAT Word Skills 4 - Lesson 37

the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant

to damage the environment by releasing harmful chemicals or substances to the air, water, or land

extremely large in size or extent

suggesting the horror of death and decay

displaying courage and determination in challenging situations

tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults

to secretly enter an organization or group with the aim of spying on its members or gathering information

the power or ability to affect or shape the thoughts, actions, or behaviors of others

a collection or assortment of different items or pieces of writing, often gathered together in a single volume or publication

displaying a passion for causing trouble in an amusing manner

express strong disapproval of

bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure

to utter a loud, sharp, piercing cry or sound

occurring from time to time, in an irregular manner

a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die

a person who makes a will

something that serves as evidence

any experience that causes intense suffering

the theological system of John Calvin and his followers emphasizing omnipotence of God and salvation by grace alone