SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 48

a structure built along the edge of a body of water, such as a river or an ocean

an unusual or interesting object, often small and decorative

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

a renowned female opera singer

an individual who is in the habit of spending money in a careless and wasteful way

the protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a particular person, organization, or group

something of low quality or little value, often considered rubbish or worthless material

a woman whose job is to wash and iron clothes and household linens

the body or physique of a person

(geology) a long, narrow depression or hollow, often occurring naturally, such as in the landscape or ocean floor

something that is beneficial or advantageous, like a blessing or favor that is granted

an alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey and water

the smallest member of the flute family that plays higher notes than the ordinary flute

an introductory or preliminary section of a book, statute, document, etc. giving information about its purpose

(logic) a statement or proposition that is accepted as true without requiring proof

a large hairy spider originated in warm regions with venomous fangs that does not spin any webs or threads

a game bird with a fat body and feathered legs that cannot fly and has brownish red plumage

a fundamental rule that is considered to be true and can serve as a basis for further reasoning or behavior

the moment in which a situation or life is at its lowest or worst

compassion, kindness, or sympathy shown towards others, especially during times of suffering or distress