Week 10-12 Spelling List (R-Controlled)

Spelling Word Definitions

1. sponsor – a person or group that supports or pays for an activity or event.
   
   

2. burden – something heavy to carry or a difficult responsibility.
   
   

3. urgent – needing quick action or attention.
   
   

4. sturdy – strong and not easily broken or damaged.
   
   

5. external – on the outside or coming from outside something.
   
   

6. alert – watching carefully and ready to act; paying close attention.
   
   

7. ancestor – a family member who lived long ago, such as a great-grandparent.
   
   

8. disaster – a sudden event that causes great damage or harm.
   
   

9. survivor – a person who stays alive after a dangerous or life-threatening event.
   
   

10. reserve – to save something for later use.
    
    

11. hardship – something that is hard to bear; difficulty or suffering.
    
    

12. tardy – late; not on time.
    
    

13. discard – to throw away or get rid of something.
    
    

14. adorn – to decorate or make something look more beautiful.
    
    

15. sector – a part or section of a larger area, group, or system.