SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 28

to experience intense physical or emotional pain or distress

to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

to rub a surface to make it smooth, shiny, or glossy, often using a tool or an abrasive material

polish and make shiny

to damage the appearance of something by causing a flaw or imperfection

make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically

to engage in a short argument

move or swing back and forth

to fill a place or container with something, especially after it has been used or emptied

to strongly advice a person to take a particular action

to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

praise somewhat dishonestly

to make up for the expense or cost of something

cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing

escort in transit

grind together, of teeth

to wait in a concealed location and launch a surprise attack on a target

to meet at an agreed-upon time and place, often for a specific purpose or activity