SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 34

the tip of a pen that puts the ink on paper

a close relationship in which there is a good understanding and communication between people

a person's innate talent or aptitude for a particular activity or skill

a metal fastening, usually a pair, joined by a chain or hinge, used to fasten a prisoner's wrists or ankles together

an event causing great and often sudden damage, distress, or destruction

speech or writing that is considered to be silly, trivial, or lacking in sense or substance

a small, exclusive group of individuals who share similar interests, attitudes, or social status

a type of coal characterized by its high carbon content, glossy appearance, and clean-burning properties

the act of grasping or squeezing something firmly between the thumb and fingers

the rounded or knob-like feature on the hilt of a sword or dagger

the central core of a comet, which is composed of ice, dust, and rocky materials

an object kept or given to someone as a reminder of a person, place, or event, often holding sentimental value

a small, nutrient-dense seed rich in omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber

a negatively charged electrode within an electrical device, from which electrons flow out into the external circuit

a small, rounded mound or hill, typically found in a landscape with gently rolling terrain

a tiny or negligible amount, emphasizing its minimal significance