SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 50

a type of knife or dagger characterized by its thin, sharp, and pointed blade

a large building that houses aircraft

a fictional, scary, and large creature that likes to eat humans

a swirling mass of fluid with a rotating motion, often forming a funnel shape

a Scottish or Irish word for a lake or inlet, especially one that is narrow or elongated

a type of manner that is composed and confident, often when one is facing a difficult situation

a mature female sheep

an elderly person, often characterized by physical or mental weakness, frailty, or senility

the most important part of something on which its existence, success, or truth depends

the quality of being generous, especially in giving gifts, money, or assistance to others

an agreement reached by all members of a group

a vote or formal decision that prevents a proposal or measure from being approved

a slow and constant increase in the loudness of a musical piece

a fragrant resin obtained from trees, traditionally used in incense and perfumes for its aromatic scent

the exchange of something valuable for something else of equal value

a feeling of spinning or dizziness, commonly triggered by heights or inner ear issues

the beginning point or stage of something, especially unpleasant

a group of individuals assembled by law enforcement authorities to aid in law enforcement tasks

a tall plant growing in Central America that produces yellow seeds, which are used in cooking

a brazen or audacious attitude characterized by a lack of shame or modesty