SAT Prep: Word List 1_group 9

determination

Even in the face of danger, his _?_ would not fail.

At the funeral, the wife of the dead soldier wept in_?_.

not certain

Because the clues in the crossword puzzle are _?_, I am having a hard time finding the answers.

puzzling; enigmatic

expression of regret or sorrow

support; prop up

Economists claim a sizable stock market crash will _?_ any economic gains from the year.

When he loses his grip, the acrobat will _?_ into the net.

The thunderstorm was _?_, starting suddenly and gone within seconds.

If Danielle gets a good grade on her math test, it will really _?_ her self-confidence.

fall suddenly and steeply

tribute; honor; praise

During the meeting, the company president will present a(n) _?_ to the employee of the month.

Because of the ever-changing weather, Elaine is _?_ about her weekend plans.

destroy; demolish; eradicate

a pleasure seeker

Because he is a(n) _?_, Harry never does anything which does not give him joy.

short-lived