Coca Frequency List 2

incarnation

(Christianity) the Christian doctrine of the union of God and man in the person of Jesus Christ; time passed in a particular bodily form; the act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas etc.

placebo

(Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead; an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug

mantra

(Sanskrit) literally a `sacred utterance' in Vedism; one of a collection of orally transmitted poetic hymns; a commonly repeated word or phrase

cultivation

(agriculture) production of food by preparing the land to grow crops; socialization through training and education; a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

kinship

(anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption; a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character

aesthetics

(art) the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste (emphasizing the evaluative criteria that are applied to art)

anomaly

(astronomy) position of a planet as defined by its angular distance from its perihelion (as observed from the sun); a person who is unusual; deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule

pitching

(baseball) playing the position of pitcher on a baseball team; abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance)

batting

(baseball) the batter's attempt to get on base; stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber

jumper

(basketball) a player releases the basketball at the high point of a jump; a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing; a loose jacket or blouse worn by workmen

pixel

(computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot)

******

(ethnic slur) extremely offensive name for a Black person

lunge

(fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward; the act of moving forward suddenly; make a thrusting forward movement

mapping

(genetics) the process of locating genes on a chromosome; a function such that for every element of one set there is a unique element of another set

upheaval

(geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building); disturbance usually in protest; a violent disturbance

injunction

(law) a judicial remedy issued in order to prohibit a party from doing or continuing to do a certain activity; a formal command or admonition

condemnation

(law) the act of condemning (as land forfeited for public use) or judging to be unfit for use (as a food product or an unsafe building); the condition of being strongly disapproved of; (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed

tone

(linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages; the quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author; a steady sound without overtones

posit

(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning; take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom; put before

subgroup

(mathematics) a subset (that is not empty) of a mathematical group; a distinct and often subordinate group within a group

symmetry

(mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane; balance among the parts of something; (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions

dysfunction

(medicine) any disturbance in the function of an organ or body part

tempo

(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played; the rate of some repeating event

unison

(music) two or more sounds or tones at the same pitch or in octaves; occurring together or simultaneously; corresponding exactly

funnel

(nautical) smokestack consisting of a shaft for ventilation or the passage of smoke (especially the smokestack of a ship); a conically shaped utensil having a narrow tube at the small end; used to channel the flow of substances into a container with a small mouth; a conical shape with a wider and a narrower opening at the two ends

complexion

(obsolete) a combination of elements (of dryness and warmth or of the four humors) that was once believed to determine a person's health and temperament; texture and appearance of the skin of the face; the coloring of a person's face

turbulent

(of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence; characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination

proactive

(of a policy or person or action) controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than waiting to respond to it after it happens; descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on events or stimuli or processes that occur subsequently

dysfunctional

(of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose; impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ

safe

(of an undertaking) secure from risk; free from danger or the risk of harm; having reached a base without being put out

salient

(of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees; having a quality that thrusts itself into attention; (military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy

extinct

(of e.g. volcanos) permanently inactive; being out or having grown cold; no longer in existence; lost or especially having died out leaving no living representatives

cloudy

(of especially liquids) clouded as with sediment; full of or covered with clouds; lacking definite form or limits

curly

(of hair) having curls or waves

chestnut

(of hair) of a golden brown to reddish brown color; a dark golden-brown or reddish-brown horse; a small horny callus on the inner surface of a horse's leg

viability

(of living things) capable of normal growth and development; capable of being done in a practical and useful way

cast

(of molten metal or glass) formed by pouring or pressing into a mold; the act of throwing dice; object formed by a mold

exempt

(of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things are subject; (of goods or funds) not subject to taxation; grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to

trusted

(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence

evergreen

(of plants and shrubs) bearing foliage throughout the year; a plant having foliage that persists and remains green throughout the year

brown

(of skin) deeply suntanned; of a color similar to that of wood or earth; an orange of low brightness and saturation

loaded

(of statements or questions) charged with associative significance and often meant to mislead or influence; (of weapons) charged with ammunition; very drunk

furiously

(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner; in an impassioned or very angry manner; in a manner marked by extreme or violent energy

suspended

(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment; temporarily inactive

breaking

(of waves) curling over and crashing into surf or spray; the act of breaking something

synonymous

(of words) meaning the same or nearly the same

superior

(often followed by `to') above being affected or influenced by; (sometimes followed by `to') not subject to or influenced by; of or characteristic of high rank or importance

attentive

(often followed by `to') giving care or attention; taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention

traction

(orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing; the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)

cohesion

(physics) the intermolecular force that holds together the molecules in a solid or liquid; (botany) the process in some plants of parts growing together that are usually separate (such as petals); the state of cohering or sticking together

flavor

(physics) the six kinds of quarks; the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

patronage

(politics) granting favors or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support; the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers; the act of providing approval and support

autism

(psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others as people

narration

(rhetoric) the second section of an oration in which the facts are set forth; the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events; a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

detrimental

(sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury

best

(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities; (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable; it would be sensible

wonderfully

(used as an intensifier) extremely well

flashy

(used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display; tastelessly showy

smoked

(used especially of meats and fish) dried and cured by hanging in wood smoke

size

(used in combination) sized; the property resulting from being one of a series of graduated measurements (as of clothing); the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

****ing

(used of persons) informal intensifiers; intensifier, very colloquial; slang for sexual intercourse

indicative

(usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly; relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple declarative statements; a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact

mantle

(zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell; the cloak as a symbol of authority; the layer of the earth between the crust and the core

sequel

a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it; something that follows something else

installment

a part of a published serial; a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals; the act of installing something (as equipment)

ion

a particle that is electrically charged (positive or negative); an atom or molecule or group that has lost or gained one or more electrons

swath

a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing); the space created by the swing of a scythe or the cut of a mowing machine

walkway

a path set aside for walking

outpatient

a patient who does not reside in the hospital where he is being treated

preseason

a period prior to the beginning of the regular season which is devoted to training and preparation

digest

a periodical that summarizes the news; something that is compiled (as into a single book or file); soften or disintegrate by means of chemical action, heat, or moisture

czar

a person having great power; a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917)

freak

a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed; someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction; lose one's nerve

healer

a person skilled in a particular type of therapy

mathematician

a person skilled in mathematics

paramedic

a person trained to assist medical professionals and to give emergency medical treatment

DJ

a person who announces and plays popular recorded music; comment on music to be played

breeder

a person who breeds animals

protector

a person who cares for persons or property

drinker

a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess); a person who drinks liquids

beginner

a person who founds or establishes some institution; someone new to a field or activity

tutor

a person who gives private instruction (as in singing or acting); be a tutor to someone; give individual instruction; act as a guardian to someone

precursor

a person who goes before or announces the coming of another; a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction); an indication of the approach of something or someone

convert

a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief; change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change; change the nature, purpose, or function of something

helper

a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help); a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

dweller

a person who inhabits a particular place

appointee

a person who is appointed to a job or position; an official who is appointed

watcher

a person who keeps a devotional vigil by a sick bed or by a dead body; a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind); a guard who keeps watch

savior

a person who rescues you from harm or danger; a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

cyclist

a person who rides a bicycle

colonist

a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country

butcher

a person who slaughters or dresses meat for market; a brutal indiscriminate murderer; a retailer of meat

gambler

a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events; someone who risks loss or injury in the hope of gain or excitement

gait

a person's manner of walking; a horse's manner of moving; the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

autograph

a person's own signature; something written by one's own hand; mark with one's signature

realist

a philosopher who believes that universals are real and exist independently of anyone thinking of them; a painter who represents the world realistically and not in an idealized or romantic style; a person who accepts the world as it literally is and deals with it accordingly

thirst

a physiological need to drink; strong desire for something (not food or drink); feel the need to drink

chalk

a piece of calcite or a similar substance, usually in the shape of a crayon, that is used to write or draw on blackboards or other flat surfaces; a pure flat white with little reflectance; a soft whitish calcite

bandage

a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body; dress by covering or binding; wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose

curve

a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approach the batter; a line on a graph representing data; the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes

checkpoint

a place (as at a frontier) where travellers are stopped for inspection and clearance

scour

a place that is scoured (especially by running water); rub hard or scrub; examine minutely

pulpit

a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it

crossroads

a point where a choice must be made; a community of people smaller than a village; a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made

prod

a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion; a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; urge on; cause to act

conservatism

a political or theological orientation advocating the preservation of the best in society and opposing radical changes

testosterone

a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics

proxy

a power of attorney document given by shareholders of a corporation authorizing a specific vote on their behalf at a corporate meeting; a person authorized to act for another

clinician

a practitioner (of medicine or psychology) who does clinical work instead of laboratory experiments

safeguard

a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.; a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war; make safe

jelly

a preserve made of the jelled juice of fruit; a substance having the consistency of semisolid foods; an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods

amen

a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes

footnote

a printed note placed below the text on a printed page; add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments

mailbox

a private box for delivery of mail; public box for deposit of mail

seminary

a private place of education for the young; a theological school for training ministers or priests or rabbis

combustion

a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light; a state of violent disturbance and excitement; the act of burning something

caravan

a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file; a camper equipped with living quarters; travel in a caravan

testament

a profession of belief; either of the two main parts of the Christian Bible; strong evidence for something

hospice

a program of medical and emotional care for the terminally ill; a lodging for travelers (especially one kept by a monastic order)

browser

a program used to view HTML documents; a viewer who looks around casually without seeking anything in particular

hacker

a programmer for whom computing is its own reward; may enjoy the challenge of breaking into other computers but does no harm; someone who plays golf poorly; a programmer who breaks into computer systems in order to steal or change or destroy information as a form of cyber-terrorism

implant

a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue; become attached to and embedded in the uterus; fix or set securely or deeply

paranoia

a psychological disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur

disco

a public dance hall for dancing to recorded popular music; popular dance music (especially in the late 1970s); melodic with a regular bass beat; intended mainly for dancing at discotheques; dance to disco music

orphanage

a public institution for the care of orphans; the condition of being a child without living parents

coroner

a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes

photon

a quantum of electromagnetic radiation; an elementary particle that is its own antiparticle

hustle

a rapid active commotion; a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property; cause to move furtively and hurriedly

getaway

a rapid escape (as by criminals); the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration

brand

a recognizable kind; identification mark on skin, made by burning; a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning

memorabilia

a record of things worth remembering

chronicle

a record or narrative description of past events; record in chronological order; make a historical record

camper

a recreational vehicle equipped for camping out while traveling; someone living temporarily in a tent or lodge for recreation

cutback

a reduction in quantity or rate

encyclopedia

a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the entire range of human knowledge or with some particular specialty

elegance

a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste; a quality of neatness and ingenious simplicity in the solution of a problem (especially in science or mathematics)

flinch

a reflex response to sudden pain; draw back, as with fear or pain

wince

a reflex response to sudden pain; the facial expression of sudden pain; make a face indicating disgust or dislike

fridge

a refrigerator in which the coolant is pumped around by an electric motor

rebate

a refund of some fraction of the amount paid; a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together; join with a rebate

faucet

a regulator for controlling the flow of a liquid from a reservoir

footing

a relation that provides the foundation for something; status with respect to the relations between people or groups; a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing

bathtub

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

foothill

a relatively low hill on the lower slope of a mountain

videotape

a relatively wide magnetic tape for use in recording visual images and associated sound; a video recording made on magnetic tape; record on videotape

thaw

a relaxation or slackening of tensions or reserve; becoming less hostile; warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt; the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid

tenet

a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof

repercussion

a remote or indirect consequence of some action; a movement back from an impact

caricature

a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect; represent in or produce a caricature of

bidding

a request to be present; (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make; an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

preserve

a reservation where animals are protected; a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone; fruit preserved by cooking with sugar

brake

a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle; an area thickly overgrown usually with one kind of plant; any of various ferns of the genus Pteris having pinnately compound leaves and including several popular houseplants

drugstore

a retail shop where medicine and other articles are sold

reverence

a reverent mental attitude; a profound emotion inspired by a deity; regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

resurrection

a revival from inactivity and disuse; (New Testament) the rising of Christ on the third day after the Crucifixion

gamble

a risky act or venture; money that is risked for possible monetary gain; play games for money

roadway

a road (especially that part of a road) over which vehicles travel

saloon

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter; tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals

bunk

a rough bed (as at a campsite); a long trough for feeding cattle; unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements)

graffiti

a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls

timetable

a schedule of times of arrivals and departures; a schedule listing events and the times at which they will take place

chemist

a scientist who specializes in chemistry; a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs

screenplay

a script for a film including dialogue and descriptions of characters and sets

stash

a secret store of valuables or money; save up as for future use

password

a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group

receptionist

a secretary whose main duty is to answer the telephone and receive visitors

limestone

a sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium that was deposited by the remains of marine animals

equilibrium

a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head; a stable situation in which forces cancel one another; a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates

reprint

a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication; a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale; print anew

dynasty

a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family

bounty

a ship of the British navy; in 1789 part of the crew mutinied against their commander William Bligh and set him afloat in an open boat; generosity evidenced by a willingness to give freely; payment or reward (especially from a government) for acts such as catching criminals or killing predatory animals or enlisting in the military

deli

a shop selling ready-to-eat food products

bob

a short abrupt inclination (as of the head); a small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line; a hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string

paddle

a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat; an instrument of punishment consisting of a flat board; a blade of a paddle wheel or water wheel

errand

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

cycle

a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon; a periodically repeated sequence of events; a series of poems or songs on the same theme

predicament

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

artisan

a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft

cape

a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter; a strip of land projecting into a body of water

scarcity

a small and inadequate amount

germ

a small apparently simple structure (as a fertilized egg) from which new tissue can develop into a complete organism; a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use; anything that provides inspiration for later work

fret

a small bar of metal across the fingerboard of a musical instrument; when the string is stopped by a finger at the metal bar it will produce a note of the desired pitch; an ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines (often in relief); agitation resulting from active worry

cot

a small bed that folds up for storage or transport; baby bed with high sides made of slats; a sheath worn to protect a finger

booklet

a small book usually having a paper cover

vial

a small bottle that contains a drug (especially a sealed sterile container for injection by needle)

minivan

a small box-shaped passenger van; usually has removable seats; used as a family car

twig

a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year; branch out in a twiglike manner; understand, usually after some initial difficulty

kayak

a small canoe consisting of a light frame made watertight with animal skins; used by Eskimos; travel in a small canoe

notch

a small cut; a V-shaped or U-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface; a V-shaped indentation

loophole

a small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons; an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation

bungalow

a small house with a single story

pouch

a small or medium size container for holding or carrying things; (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican); an enclosed space

doughnut

a small ring-shaped friedcake; a toroidal shape

cupboard

a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space

saucer

a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table; a disk used in throwing competitions; directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation

pantry

a small storeroom for storing foods or wines

satin

a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

facet

a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone); a distinct feature or element in a problem

caste

a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth; (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity; social status or position conferred by a system based on class

fraternity

a social club for male undergraduates; people engaged in a particular occupation

tanker

a soldier who drives a tank; a cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk

anthem

a song of devotion or loyalty (as to a nation or school); a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation)

hymn

a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation); praise by singing a hymn; sing a hymn

geologist

a specialist in geology

pediatrician

a specialist in the care of babies

gymnastics

a sport that involves exercises intended to display strength and balance and agility

margarine

a spread made chiefly from vegetable oils and used as a substitute for butter

tweak

a squeeze with the fingers; pinch or squeeze sharply; adjust finely

supernova

a star that explodes and becomes extremely luminous in the process

ecstasy

a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion; a state of elated bliss; street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine

coma

a state of deep and often prolonged unconsciousness; usually the result of disease or injury; (astronomy) the luminous cloud of particles surrounding the frozen nucleus of a comet; forms as the comet approaches the sun and is warmed; a usually terminal tuft of hairs especially on a seed

disgrace

a state of dishonor; damage the reputation of; reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

acknowledgment

a statement acknowledging something or someone; a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged

plunge

a steep and rapid fall; a brief swim in water; begin with vigor

cornerstone

a stone at the outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls; a stone in the exterior of a large and important building; usually carved with a date and laid with appropriate ceremonies; the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained

thunderstorm

a storm resulting from strong rising air currents; heavy rain or hail along with thunder and lightning

blizzard

a storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds; a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences

gust

a strong current of air

richness

a strong deep vividness of hue; the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth; the quality of having high intrinsic value

pointer

a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points game; an indicator as on a dial; (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to commands or screen positions

stronghold

a strongly fortified defensive structure

coil

a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops; reactor consisting of a spiral of insulated wire that introduces inductance into a circuit; tubing that is wound in a spiral

sect

a subdivision of a larger religious group; a dissenting clique

sub

a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes; a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States; be a substitute

contaminant

a substance that contaminates

nuance

a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

debacle

a sudden and violent collapse; flooding caused by a tumultuous breakup of ice in a river during the spring or summer; a sound defeat

avalanche

a sudden appearance of an overwhelming number of things; a slide of large masses of snow and ice and mud down a mountain; gather into a huge mass and roll down a mountain, of snow

scare

a sudden attack of fear; sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events; cause fear in

spill

a sudden drop from an upright position; the act of allowing a fluid to escape; liquid that is spilled

jolt

a sudden impact; an abrupt spasmodic movement; disturb (someone's) composure

twitch

a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition; make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion; move or pull with a sudden motion

outburst

a sudden violent disturbance; a sudden violent happening; an unrestrained expression of emotion

resume

a summary of your academic and work history; short descriptive summary (of events); take up or begin anew

vicinity

a surrounding or nearby region

swoop

a swift descent through the air; a very rapid raid; (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale

terminology

a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline

aquarium

a tank or pool or bowl filled with water for keeping live fish and underwater animals

zest

a tart spicy quality; vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment; add herbs or spices to

schoolteacher

a teacher in a school below the college level

varsity

a team representing a college or university; a British abbreviation of `university'; usually refers to Oxford University or Cambridge University

audition

a test of the suitability of a performer; the ability to hear; the auditory faculty; perform in order to get a role

coupon

a test sample of some substance; a negotiable certificate that can be detached and redeemed as needed

silicon

a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors

willow

a textile machine having a system of revolving spikes for opening and cleaning raw textile fibers; any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix

robber

a thief who steals from someone by threatening violence

band

a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body); an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material; a restraint put around something to hold it together

smear

a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope; slanderous defamation; an act that brings discredit to the person who does it

chromosome

a threadlike body in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order

menace

a threat or the act of threatening; something that is a source of danger; act in a threatening manner

beacon

a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships; a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance; a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes

puzzle

a toy that tests your ingenuity; a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution; be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide

graveyard

a tract of land used for burials

dissertation

a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree

cliche

a trite or obvious remark

ho

a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds

torque

a twisting force

wring

a twisting squeeze; twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish; twist, squeeze, or compress in order to extract liquid

syllable

a unit of spoken language larger than a phoneme

dye

a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair; color with dye

vector

a variable quantity that can be resolved into components; any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease; a straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction

partition

a vertical structure that divides or separates (as a wall divides one room from another); (computer science) the part of a hard disk that is dedicated to a particular operating system or application and accessed as a single unit; the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart

holler

a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal); a small valley between mountains; shout out

billionaire

a very rich person whose material wealth is valued at more than a billion dollars

speck

a very small spot; a slight but appreciable addition; (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything

skyscraper

a very tall building with many stories

babe

a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

reed

a vibrator consisting of a thin strip of stiff material that vibrates to produce a tone when air streams over it; United States physician who proved that yellow fever is transmitted by mosquitoes (1851-1902); United States journalist who reported on the October Revolution from Petrograd in 1917; founded the Communist Labor Party in America in 1919; is buried in the Kremlin in Moscow (1887-1920)

parade

a visible display; a ceremonial procession including people marching; an extended (often showy) succession of persons or things

cloud

a visible mass of water or ice particles suspended at a considerable altitude; any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible; out of touch with reality

tapestry

a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric with pictorial designs; a heavy textile with a woven design; used for curtains and upholstery; something that resembles a tapestry in its complex pictorial designs

stairway

a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps

hone

a whetstone made of fine gritstone; used for sharpening razors; sharpen with a hone; make perfect or complete

hostess

a woman innkeeper; a woman host; a woman steward on an airplane

bikini

a woman's very brief bathing suit; an atoll in the Marshall Islands; formerly used by the United States as a site for testing nuclear weapons

verb

a word that serves as the predicate of a sentence; a content word that denotes an action or a state

subpoena

a writ issued by court authority to compel the attendance of a witness at a judicial proceeding; disobedience may be punishable as a contempt of court; serve or summon with a subpoena

warranty

a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications

malpractice

a wrongful act that the actor had no right to do; improper professional conduct; professional wrongdoing that results in injury or damage

receptive

able to absorb liquid (not repellent); open to arguments, ideas, or change; ready or willing to receive favorably

pleasing

able to please or win approval; giving pleasure and satisfaction; giving pleasure or satisfaction

hardy

able to survive under unfavorable conditions; having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; resolute and without fear

thirsty

able to take in large quantities of moisture; feeling a need or desire to drink; needing moisture

osteoporosis

abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women

swelling

abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement; the swelling of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)

swollen

abnormally expanded or increased in size; (`swollen' is sometimes used in combination); abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas; overfull with water

monstrous

abnormally large; distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous; shockingly brutal or cruel

grassy

abounding in grass

speedy

accomplished rapidly and without delay; characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed

adopted

acquired as your own by free choice; having been taken into a specific relationship

buyout

acquisition of a company by purchasing a controlling percentage of its stock

mobilization

act of assembling and putting into readiness for war or other emergency: "mobilization of the troops"; act of marshaling and organizing and making ready for use or action

deprivation

act of depriving someone of food or money or rights; the disadvantage that results from losing something; a state of extreme poverty

enrichment

act of making fuller or more meaningful or rewarding; a gift that significantly increases the recipient's wealth

displacement

act of removing from office or employment; to move something from its natural environment; (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that transfers affect or reaction from the original object to some more acceptable one

hasten

act or move at high speed; cause to occur rapidly; step on it

abstinence

act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite; the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)

affected

acted upon; influenced; speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression; being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

cleansing

acting like an antiseptic; cleansing the body by washing; especially ritual washing of e.g. hands; the act of making something clean

vigor

active strength of body or mind; an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing); forceful exertion

wrongdoing

activity that transgresses moral or civil law; departure from what is ethically acceptable

supplemental

added to complete or make up a deficiency; functioning in a subsidiary or supporting capacity

inscribe

address, (a work of literature) in a style less formal than a dedication; write, engrave, or print as a lasting record; draw within a figure so as to touch in as many places as possible

hospitalize

admit into a hospital

progressively

advancing in amount or intensity

victimization

adversity resulting from being made a victim; an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)

worn

affected by wear; damaged by long use; showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

reaffirm

affirm once again

precarious

affording no ease or reassurance; not secure; beset with difficulties; dangerously insecure

enjoyable

affording satisfaction or pleasure

anew

again but in a new or different way

taunt

aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing; harass with persistent criticism or carping

gal

alliterative term for girl (or woman); a unit of gravitational acceleration equal to one centimeter per second per second (named after Galileo); United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters

glamour

alluring beauty or charm (often with sex-appeal); cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something

translucent

almost transparent; allowing light to pass through diffusely

cartridge

ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun; an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable; a module designed to be inserted into a larger piece of equipment

riches

an abundance of material possessions and resources

sulfur

an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions); treat with sulphur in order to preserve

salute

an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat; a formal military gesture of respect; an act of honor or courteous recognition

township

an administrative division of a county

sow

an adult female hog; introduce into an environment; place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth

rover

an adult member of the Boy Scouts movement; someone who leads a wandering unsettled life

flyer

an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution; someone who operates an aircraft; someone who travels by air

populist

an advocate of democratic principles

spokesperson

an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose

handler

an agent who handles something or someone; (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team; one who trains or exhibits animals

scribble

an aimless drawing; poor handwriting; write down quickly without much attention to detail

squadron

an air force unit larger than a flight and smaller than a group; a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms; a naval unit that is detached from the fleet for a particular task

nicotine

an alkaloid poison that occurs in tobacco; used in medicine and as an insecticide

fuss

an angry disturbance; a rapid active commotion; a quarrel about petty points

Emmy

an annual award by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievements in television

gleam

an appearance of reflected light; a flash of light (especially reflected light); appear briefly

dryer

an appliance that removes moisture

pedestal

an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue); a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority); a support or foundation

infantry

an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot

ramification

an arrangement of branching parts; the act of branching out or dividing into branches; a development that complicates a situation

bouquet

an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present; a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

guise

an artful or simulated semblance

modernist

an artist who makes a deliberate break with previous styles

pronouncement

an authoritative declaration

monarchy

an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority

pageant

an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes; a rich and spectacular ceremony

blender

an electrically powered mixer with whirling blades that mix or chop or liquefy foods

neutron

an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton; enters into the structure of the atomic nucleus

levee

an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing; a pier that provides a landing place on a river; a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court)

teller

an employee of a bank who receives and pays out money; an official appointed to count the votes (especially in legislative assembly); United States physicist (born in Hungary) who worked on the first atom bomb and the first hydrogen bomb (1908-2003)

furnace

an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc.

enclave

an enclosed territory that is culturally distinct from the foreign territory that surrounds it

walker

an enclosing framework on casters or wheels; helps babies learn to walk; a light enclosing framework (trade name Zimmer) with rubber castors or wheels and handles; helps invalids or the handicapped or the aged to walk; a shoe designed for comfortable walking

gateway

an entrance that can be closed by a gate

para

an estuary in northern Brazil into which the Tocantins River flows; 100 para equal 1 dinar in Yugoslavia; port city in northern Brazil in the Amazon delta; main port and commercial center for the Amazon River basin

inception

an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events

repeat

an event that repeats; to say again or imitate; to say, state, or perform again

devastation

an event that results in total destruction; the feeling of being confounded or overwhelmed; the state of being decayed or destroyed

quiz

an examination consisting of a few short questions; examine someone's knowledge of something

clipping

an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine; the act of clipping or snipping; cutting down to the desired size or shape

congratulations

an expression of approval and commendation

reorganization

an extensive alteration of the structure of a corporation or government; the imposition of a new organization; organizing differently (often involving extensive and drastic changes)

racket

an illegal enterprise (such as extortion or fraud or drug peddling or prostitution) carried on for profit; a sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games; a loud and disturbing noise

balk

an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base; the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

dent

an impression in a surface (as made by a blow); an appreciable consequence (especially a lessening); a depression scratched or carved into a surface

perk

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right); gain or regain energy

stoop

an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward; small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house; basin for holy water

misconception

an incorrect conception

refinery

an industrial plant for purifying a crude substance

malaria

an infective disease caused by sporozoan parasites that are transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito; marked by paroxysms of chills and fever

foray

an initial attempt (especially outside your usual areas of competence); a sudden short attack; briefly enter enemy territory

query

an instance of questioning; pose a question

yawn

an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom; utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired; be wide open

whim

an odd or fanciful or capricious idea; a sudden desire

umpire

an official at a baseball game; be a referee or umpire in a sports competition

visitation

an official visit for inspection or supervision; any disaster or catastrophe; an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event

recruiter

an official who enlists personnel for military service; someone who supplies members or employees

burden

an onerous or difficult concern; the central idea that is expanded in a document or discourse; weight to be borne or conveyed

conflict

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals); an incompatibility of dates or events; opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings

projector

an optical instrument that projects an enlarged image onto a screen; an optical device for projecting a beam of light

curfew

an order that after a specific time certain activities (as being outside on the streets) are prohibited; a signal (usually a bell) announcing the start of curfew restrictions; the time that the curfew signal is sounded

sprig

an ornament that resembles a spray of leaves or flowers; a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year

console

an ornamental scroll-shaped bracket (especially one used to support a wall fixture); a scientific instrument consisting of displays and an input device that an operator can use to monitor and control a system (especially a computer system); housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television

skin

an outer surface (usually thin); a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal; a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch

sleeper

an unexpected hit; tropical fish that resembles a goby and rests quietly on the bottom in shallow water; a piece of furniture that can be opened up into a bed

skid

an unexpected slide; one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects; a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation

sprawl

an ungainly posture with arms and legs spread about; an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities; sit or lie with one's limbs spread out

improvisation

an unplanned expedient; a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation); a performance given extempore without planning or preparation

lurch

an unsteady uneven gait; the act of moving forward suddenly; abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance)

blockbuster

an unusually successful hit with widespread popularity and huge sales (especially a movie or play or recording or novel); a large bomb used to demolish extensive areas (as a city block)

bash

an uproarious party; a vigorous blow; hit hard

ascent

an upward slope or grade (as in a road); the act of changing location in an upward direction; a movement upward

quarry

animal hunted or caught for food; a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate; a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

merit

any admirable quality or attribute; the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance); be worthy or deserving

stressor

any agent that causes stress to an organism

manure

any animal or plant material used to fertilize land especially animal excreta usually with litter material; spread manure, as for fertilization

cedar

any cedar of the genus Cedrus; durable aromatic wood of any of numerous cedar trees; especially wood of the red cedar often used for cedar chests; any of numerous trees of the family Cupressaceae that resemble cedars

reptile

any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises turtles snakes lizards alligators crocodiles and extinct forms

oxide

any compound of oxygen with another element or a radical

garnish

any decoration added as a trimming or adornment; something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration; decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods

fuse

any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant; an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded; make liquid or plastic by heating

festivity

any joyous diversion

trek

any long and difficult trip; a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers); make a long and difficult journey

machine

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks; a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point; a group that controls the activities of a political party

clog

any object that acts as a hindrance or obstruction; footwear usually with wooden soles; a dance performed while wearing shoes with wooden soles; has heavy stamping steps

antibody

any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing an immune response

fern

any of numerous flowerless and seedless vascular plants having true roots from a rhizome and fronds that uncurl upward; reproduce by spores

citrus

any of numerous fruits of the genus Citrus having thick rind and juicy pulp; grown in warm regions; any of numerous tropical usually thorny evergreen trees of the genus Citrus having leathery evergreen leaves and widely cultivated for their juicy edible fruits having leathery aromatic rinds

melon

any of numerous fruits of the gourd family having a hard rind and sweet juicy flesh; any of various fruit of cucurbitaceous vines including: muskmelons; watermelons; cantaloupes; cucumbers

orchid

any of numerous plants of the orchid family usually having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colors

thrift

any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers; extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily

hound

any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears; someone who is morally reprehensible; pursue or chase relentlessly

bison

any of several large humped bovids having shaggy manes and large heads and short horns

kite

any of several small graceful hawks of the family Accipitridae having long pointed wings and feeding on insects and small animals; plaything consisting of a light frame covered with tissue paper; flown in wind at end of a string; a bank check drawn on insufficient funds at another bank in order to take advantage of the float

lotion

any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin; liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin

fir

any of various evergreen trees of the genus Abies; chiefly of upland areas; nonresinous wood of a fir tree

boom

any of various more-or-less horizontal spars or poles used to extend the foot of a sail or for handling cargo or in mooring; a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set; a deep prolonged loud noise

yeast

any of various single-celled fungi that reproduce asexually by budding or division; a commercial leavening agent containing yeast cells; used to raise the dough in making bread and for fermenting beer or whiskey

slug

any of various terrestrial gastropods having an elongated slimy body and no external shell; a projectile that is fired from a gun; an idle slothful person

mahogany

any of various tropical timber trees of the family Meliaceae especially the genus Swietinia valued for their hard yellowish- to reddish-brown wood that is readily worked and takes a high polish; wood of any of various mahogany trees; much used for cabinetwork and furniture

undertaking

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted; the trade of a funeral director

defining

any process serving to define the shape of something

impediment

any structure that makes progress difficult; something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

cactus

any succulent plant of the family Cactaceae native chiefly to arid regions of the New World and usually having spines

deity

any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force

flea

any wingless bloodsucking parasitic insect noted for ability to leap

scripture

any writing that is regarded as sacred by a religious group; the sacred writings of the Christian religions

reappear

appear again

ratify

approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation

regiment

army unit smaller than a division; assign to a regiment; subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization

brigade

army unit smaller than a division; form or unite into a brigade

inflammation

arousal to violent emotion; a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat; the act of setting something on fire

touching

arousing affect; the act of putting two things together with no space between them; the event of something coming in contact with the body

amusing

arousing or provoking laughter; providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining

attainment

arrival at a new stage; the act of achieving an aim; an ability that has been acquired by training

instinctively

as a matter of instinct

admittedly

as acknowledged

soaring

ascending to a level markedly higher than the usual; moving to great heights with little apparent effort; of imposing height; especially standing out above others

valuation

assessed price; an appraisal of the value of something

rename

assign a new name to; name again or anew

relegate

assign to a class or kind; refer to another person for decision or judgment; assign to a lower position; reduce in rank

promised

assured by (usually) spoken agreement

dearly

at a great cost; with affection; in a sincere and heartfelt manner

then

at a specific prior time; subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors); at that time

engaging

attracting or delighting

inviting

attractive and tempting

shun

avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of; expel from a community or group

rustic

awkwardly simple and provincial; characteristic of the fields or country; used of idealized country life

misconduct

bad or dishonest management by persons supposed to act on another's behalf; activity that transgresses moral or civil law; manage badly or incompetently

sling

bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck; a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released; a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice

metric

based on the meter as a standard of measurement; the rhythmic arrangement of syllables; a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic

gravy

basically the juices that drip from cooking meats; a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money)

impede

be a hindrance or obstacle to; block passage through

outnumber

be larger in number

beware

be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to

suffice

be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

mindful

bearing in mind; attentive to

defeated

beaten or overcome; not victorious; disappointingly unsuccessful; people who are defeated

darkened

become or made dark by lack of light; (of fabrics and paper) grown dark in color over time

assimilate

become similar to one's environment; make similar; become similar in sound

dwindle

become smaller or lose substance

generalize

become systemic and spread throughout the body; draw from specific cases for more general cases; speak or write in generalities

modernize

become technologically advanced; make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to

melting

becoming liquid; the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid

obedience

behavior intended to please your parents; the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person; the trait of being willing to obey

singular

being a single and separate person or thing; grammatical number category referring to a single item or unit; composed of one member, set, or kind

sliding

being a smooth continuous motion

beforehand

being ahead of time or need; ahead of time; in anticipation

waiting

being and remaining ready and available for use; the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

coordinated

being dexterous in the use of more than one set of muscle movements; operating as a unit; intentionally matched

operative

being in force or having or exerting force; effective; producing a desired effect; of or relating to a surgical operation

inspired

being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods

continental

being or concerning or limited to a continent especially the continents of North America or Europe; of or relating to or characteristic of a continent; of or pertaining to or typical of Europe

fundamental

being or involving basic facts or principles; far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something; serving as an essential component

muted

being or made softer or less loud or clear; in a softened tone

fitting

being precisely fitting and right; in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion; putting clothes on to see whether they fit

said

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

duplicate

being two identical; identically copied from an original; a copy that corresponds to an original exactly

vacancy

being unoccupied; an empty area or space

virgin

being used or worked for the first time; in a state of sexual virginity; a person who has never had sex

sweaty

being wet with perspiration

infer

believe to be the case; guess correctly; solve by guessing; reason by deduction; establish by deduction

leftist

believing in or supporting tenets of the political left; a person who belongs to the political left

wrath

belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins); intense anger (usually on an epic scale)

secondary

belonging to a lower class or rank; not of major importance; being of second rank or importance or value; not direct or immediate

sectarian

belonging to or characteristic of a sect; of or relating to or characteristic of a sect or sects; a member of a sect

frontal

belonging to the front part; of or adjacent to the forehead or frontal bone; meeting front to front

bourgeois

belonging to the middle class; conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class; (according to Marxist thought) being of the property-owning class and exploitive of the working class

contemporary

belonging to the present time; characteristic of the present; occurring in the same period of time

mundane

belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly; concerned with the world or worldly matters; found in the ordinary course of events

rum

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; liquor distilled from fermented molasses; a card game based on collecting sets and sequences; the winner is the first to meld all their cards

profile

biographical sketch; an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics; a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers

obstruct

block passage through; shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight; hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

hide

body covering of a living animal; the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal); prevent from being seen or discovered

defiant

boldly resisting authority or an opposing force

maritime

bordering on or living or characteristic of those near the sea; relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen

finite

bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent; of verbs; relating to forms of the verb that are limited in time by a tense and (usually) show agreement with number and person

chandelier

branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling

disintegrate

break into parts or components or lose cohesion or unity; lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current; cause to undergo fission or lose particles

coping

brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall

caption

brief description accompanying an illustration; taking exception; especially an quibble based on a captious argument; translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen

unearth

bring to light; lay bare through digging

resurgence

bringing again into activity and prominence

born

brought into existence; being talented through inherited qualities; British nuclear physicist (born in Germany) honored for his contributions to quantum mechanics (1882-1970)

rebuilding

building again

rink

building that contains a surface for ice skating or roller skating

clam

burrowing marine mollusk living on sand or mud; the shell closes with viselike firmness; flesh of either hard-shell or soft-shell clams; a piece of paper money worth one dollar

electronically

by electronic means

federally

by federal government

engender

call forth; make children

attributable

capable of being attributed

convertible

capable of being changed in substance as if by alchemy; capable of being exchanged for or replaced by something of equal value; designed to be changed from one use or form to another

folding

capable of being folded up and stored; the act of folding; a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock

identifiable

capable of being identified

manageable

capable of being managed or controlled; capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do

palpable

capable of being perceived by the senses or the mind; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt; can be felt by palpation

adjustable

capable of being regulated; capable of being changed so as to match or fit

prudent

careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment

packing

carrying something in a pack on the back; the enclosure of something in a package or box; any material used especially to protect something

overshadow

cast a shadow upon; exceed in importance; outweigh; make appear small by comparison

renounce

cast off or disown; turn away from; give up; leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily

overtake

catch up with and possibly overtake; overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli; travel past

stuck

caught or fixed; baffled

completed

caught; (of a marriage) completed by the first act of sexual intercourse after the ceremony; successfully completed or brought to an end

annoy

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

afflict

cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed; cause pain or suffering in; cause great unhappiness for; distress

energize

cause to be alert and energetic; raise to a higher energy level

resurrect

cause to become alive again; return from the dead; restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state

detach

cause to become detached or separated; take off; come to be detached; separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment

disseminate

cause to become widely known

soothe

cause to feel better; give moral or emotional strength to

humiliate

cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

accelerated

caused to go more rapidly; speeded up, as of an academic course

humiliating

causing awareness of your shortcomings

appalling

causing consternation; an experience that appalls

binding

causing constipation; hindering freedom of movement; executed with proper legal authority

dismal

causing dejection

dread

causing fear or dread or terror; fearful expectation or anticipation; be afraid or scared of; be frightened of

horrific

causing fear or dread or terror; grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror

sensational

causing intense interest, curiosity, or emotion; relating to or concerned in sensation; commanding attention

addictive

causing or characterized by addiction

depressing

causing or suggestive of sorrow or gloom; causing dejection

thrilling

causing quivering or shivering as by cold or fear or electric shock; causing a surge of emotion or excitement

wilt

causing to become limp or drooping; any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots; become limp

positioning

causing to fall into line or into position; the act of putting something in a certain place

armchair

chair with a support on each side for arms

altered

changed in form or character without becoming something else; having testicles or ovaries removed; changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose

patriarchal

characteristic of a form of social organization in which the male is the family head and title is traced through the male line; relating to or characteristic of a man who is older or higher in rank

worldly

characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world; concerned with secular rather than sacred matters; very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world

solemn

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions; dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

closeness

characterized by a lack of openness (especially about one's actions or purposes); a feeling of being intimate and belonging together; close or warm friendship

dissident

characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards; disagreeing, especially with a majority; a person who dissents from some established policy

fine

characterized by elegance or refinement or accomplishment; minutely precise especially in differences in meaning; free from impurities; having a high or specified degree of purity

faulty

characterized by errors; having a defect

factual

characterized by fact; of or relating to or characterized by facts; existing in fact whether with lawful authority or not

gothic

characterized by gloom and mystery and the grotesque; of or relating to the Goths; of or relating to the language of the ancient Goths

gloomy

characterized by hopelessness; filled with gloom; depressingly dark; causing dejection

unresolved

characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved; not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought; not solved

obsessive

characterized by or constituting an obsession; a person who has obsessions

forceful

characterized by or full of force or strength (often but not necessarily physical); forceful and definite in expression or action

minute

characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination; infinitely or immeasurably small; immeasurably small

downright

characterized by plain blunt honesty; complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers; thoroughgoing

repetitive

characterized by repetition; persistently continual

geometric

characterized by simple geometric forms in design and decoration; of or relating to or determined by geometry

inflammatory

characterized or caused by inflammation; arousing to action or rebellion

tofu

cheeselike food made of curdled soybean milk

pan

chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids; shallow container made of metal; cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel

world

class - ranking above all others

hierarchical

classified according to various criteria into successive levels or layers

cleanse

clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing; purge of an ideology, bad thoughts, or sins

unmistakable

clearly evident to the mind; clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

compact

closely and firmly united or packed together; having component parts closely crowded together; heavy and compact in form or stature

apparel

clothing in general; provide with clothes or put clothes on

attire

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion; put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive

glaze

coating for fabrics, ceramics, metal, etc.; a glossy finish on a fabric; any of various thin shiny (savory or sweet) coatings applied to foods

blue

collar - of or designating manual industrial work or workers; of those who work for wages especially manual or industrial laborers

amass

collect or gather; get or gather together

witty

combining clever conception and facetious expression

recurring

coming back

sixteenth

coming next after the fifteenth in position; position 16 in a countable series of things; one part in sixteen equal parts

seventeenth

coming next after the sixteenth in position; position 17 in a countable series of things

herring

commercially important food fish of northern waters of both Atlantic and Pacific; valuable flesh of fatty fish from shallow waters of northern Atlantic or Pacific; usually salted or pickled

reimbursement

compensation paid (to someone) for damages or losses or money already spent etc.

emulate

compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with; imitate the function of (another system), as by modifying the hardware or the software; strive to equal or match, especially by imitating

serene

completely clear and fine; not agitated; without losing self-possession

devoid

completely lacking; completely wanting or lacking

runaway

completely out of control; an easy victory; someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

conglomerate

composed of heterogeneous elements gathered into a mass; a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization; a composite rock made up of particles of varying size

retrospective

concerned with or related to the past; an exhibition of a representative selection of an artist's life work

moral

concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles; psychological rather than physical or tangible in effect; arising from the sense of right and wrong

entrust

confer a trust upon; put into the care or protection of someone

self

confidence - freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

kosher

conforming to dietary laws; proper or legitimate; food that fulfills the requirements of Jewish dietary law

self

conscious - excessively and uncomfortably conscious of your appearance or behavior; aware of yourself as an individual or of your own being and actions and thoughts

disapprove

consider bad or wrong; deem wrong or inappropriate

liken

consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous

assorted

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds (even to the point of incongruity); of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

powdered

consisting of fine particles

blatant

conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry; without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious

discrete

constituting a separate entity or part

cramped

constricted in size

time

consuming - of a task that takes time and patience

humid

containing or characterized by a great deal of water vapor

fatty

containing or composed of fat; a rotund individual

salty

containing or filled with salt; one of the four basic taste sensations; like the taste of sea water; engagingly stimulating or provocative

illicit

contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention; contrary to or forbidden by law

redeem

convert into cash; of commercial papers; pay off (loans or promissory notes); to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange

transcribe

convert the genetic information in (a strand of DNA) into a strand of RNA, especially messenger RNA; make a phonetic transcription of; write out from speech, notes, etc.

frying

cooking in fat or oil in a pan or griddle

reserved

cool and formal in manner; marked by self-restraint and reticence; set aside for the use of a particular person or party

replica

copy that is not the original; something that has been copied

hard

core - extremely explicit; intensely loyal; stubbornly resistant to change or improvement

rhyme

correspondence in the sounds of two or more lines (especially final sounds); a piece of poetry; compose rhymes

analogous

corresponding in function but not in evolutionary origin; similar or equivalent in some respects though otherwise dissimilar

cross

country - moving across open country rather than following tracks or roads; from one side of a country to the other; across the countryside

strew

cover; be dispersed over; spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic)

sealed

covered with a waterproof coating; having been paved; determined irrevocably

wooded

covered with growing trees and bushes etc

rusty

covered with or consisting of rust; of the brown color of rust; ancient

remake

creation that is created again or anew; make new

porn

creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire

rounded

curving and somewhat round in shape rather than jagged; a chubby body

clientele

customers collectively

suicidal

dangerous to yourself or your interests

murky

dark or gloomy; (of especially liquids) clouded as with sediment

present

day - belonging to the present time

modern

day - characteristic of the present

stated

declared as fact; explicitly stated

mosaic

decorated with small pieces of colored glass or stone fitted together; of or relating to Moses or the laws and writings attributed to him; art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass

decor

decoration consisting of the layout and furnishings of a livable interior

demolish

defeat soundly; destroy completely; humiliate or depress completely

self

defense - the act of defending yourself

meager

deficient in amount or quality or extent

sterile

deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention; incapable of reproducing; free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms

avoidance

deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening

immoral

deliberately violating accepted principles of right and wrong; morally unprincipled; marked by immorality; deviating from what is considered right or proper or good

needy

demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree; poor enough to need help from others; needy people collectively

stringent

demanding strict attention to rules and procedures

oriental

denoting or characteristic of the biogeographic region including southern Asia and the Malay Archipelago as far as the Philippines and Borneo and Java; a member of an Oriental race; the term is regarded as offensive by Asians (especially by Asian Americans)

aerobic

depending on free oxygen or air; based on or using the principles of aerobics; enhancing respiratory and circulatory efficiency

collateral

descended from a common ancestor but through different lines; situated or running side by side; accompany, concomitant

admirable

deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; inspiring admiration or approval

redesign

design anew, make a new design for

numerical

designated by or expressed in numbers; relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers; measured or expressed in numbers

disposable

designed to be disposed of after use; free or available for use or disposition; an item that can be disposed of after it has been used

obscene

designed to incite to indecency or lust; suggestive of or tending to moral looseness; offensive to the mind

notwithstanding

despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)

assassinate

destroy or damage seriously, as of someone's reputation; murder; especially of socially prominent persons

cut off

detached by cutting; remove by or as if by cutting; cut off and stop

self

determination - determination of one's own fate or course of action without compulsion; government of a political unit by its own people

measured

determined by measurement; the rhythmic arrangement of syllables; with care and dignity

mike

device for converting sound waves into electrical energy

strangle

die from strangulation; kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air; struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake

variant

differing from a norm or standard; exhibiting or tending to variation and change; something a little different from others of the same type

troublesome

difficult to deal with

three

dimensional - involving or relating to three dimensions or aspects; giving the illusion of depth; having three dimensions

impaired

diminished in strength, quality, or utility; mentally or physically unfit

pointed

direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant; having a point

lame

disabled in the feet or legs; pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness; a fabric interwoven with threads of metal

revealing

disclosing unintentionally; showing or making known; the speech act of making something evident

intimidating

discouraging through fear

rediscover

discover again

observed

discovered or determined by scientific observation

confidentiality

discretion in keeping secret information; the state of being secret

racist

discriminatory especially on the basis of race or religion; based on racial intolerance; a person with a prejudiced belief that one race is superior to others

nausea

disgust so strong it makes you feel sick; the state that precedes vomiting

outlaw

disobedient to or defiant of law; contrary to or forbidden by law; someone who has committed (or been legally convicted of) a crime

luxurious

displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses; rich and superior in quality

daring

disposed to venture or take risks; radically new or original; the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger

torn

disrupted by the pull of contrary forces; having edges that are jagged from injury

divisive

dissenting (especially dissenting with the majority opinion)

mileage

distance measured in miles; a travel allowance at a given rate per mile traveled; the ratio of the number of miles traveled to the number of gallons of gasoline burned

brandy

distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice

winery

distillery where wine is made

unsettle

disturb the composure of

halve

divide by two; divide into halves

waive

do without or cease to hold or adhere to; lose or lose the right to by some error, offense, or crime

makeshift

done or made using whatever is available; something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency

precipitate

done with very great haste and without due deliberation; a precipitated solid substance in suspension or after settling or filtering; separate as a fine suspension of solid particles

cringe

draw back, as with fear or pain; show submission or fear

interdisciplinary

drawing from or characterized by participation of two or more fields of study

centralized

drawn toward a center or brought under the control of a central authority; concentrated on or clustered around a central point or purpose

uniformed

dressed in a uniform

raisin

dried grape

brew

drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling; sit or let sit in boiling water so as to extract the flavor; prepare by brewing

banish

drive away; expel, as if by official decree; expel from a community or group

pigment

dry coloring matter (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint etc); color or dye with a pigment; acquire pigment; become colored or imbued

vegetarian

eater of fruits and grains and nuts; someone who eats no meat or fish or (often) any animal products

asparagus

edible young shoots of the asparagus plant; plant whose succulent young shoots are cooked and eaten as a vegetable

cost

effective - productive relative to the cost

careless

effortless and unstudied; marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful; (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration

eggplant

egg-shaped vegetable having a shiny skin typically dark purple but occasionally white or yellow; hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable

alligator

either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts; leather made from alligator's hide; crack and acquire the appearance of alligator hide, as from weathering or improper application; of paint and varnishes

spew

eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical; eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth; expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth

chic

elegant and stylish; elegance by virtue of being fashionable

fluorescent

emitting light during exposure to radiation from an external source; brilliantly colored and apparently giving off light; a lighting fixture that uses a fluorescent lamp

holistic

emphasizing the organic or functional relation between parts and the whole

envelop

enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering

open

ended - allowing for future changes or revisions; allowing for a spontaneous response; without fixed limits or restrictions

conspire

engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together; act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose

combatant

engaging in or ready for combat; someone who fights (or is fighting)

augment

enlarge or increase; grow or intensify

exaggerated

enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness; enlarged to an abnormal degree; represented as greater than is true or reasonable

burglary

entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property

elude

escape, either physically or mentally; be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by; avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

spotted

especially of reputation; having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture)

plump

euphemisms for slightly fat; straight down especially heavily or abruptly; the sound of a sudden heavy fall

universally

everywhere

biopsy

examination of tissues or liquids from the living body to determine the existence or cause of a disease

congestion

excessive crowding; excessive accumulation of blood or other fluid in a body part

zeal

excessive fervor to do something or accomplish some end; prompt willingness; a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)

hysteria

excessive or uncontrollable fear; neurotic disorder characterized by violent emotional outbreaks and disturbances of sensory and motor functions; state of violent mental agitation

rigor

excessive sternness; something hard to endure; the quality of being logically valid

obese

excessively fat

startled

excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement

conditioner

exercise that conditions the body; a substance used in washing (clothing or hair) to make things softer; a trainer of athletes

live

exerting force or containing energy; of current relevance; in current use or ready for use

plentiful

existing in great number or quantity; affording an abundant supply; producing in abundance

nominal

existing in name only; insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal); being value in terms of specification on currency or stock certificates rather than purchasing power

anticipated

expected hopefully

pessimistic

expecting the worst in this worst of all possible worlds

deport

expel from a country; hand over to the authorities of another country; behave in a certain manner

relive

experience again, often in the imagination

triumphant

experiencing triumph; joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success

arch

expert in skulduggery; (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension; (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it

damned

expletives used informally as intensifiers; in danger of the eternal punishment of hell; in a damnable manner

colonialism

exploitation by a stronger country of weaker one; the use of the weaker country's resources to strengthen and enrich the stronger country

ooh

express admiration and pleasure by uttering `ooh' or `aah'

commend

express approval of; mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship; express a good opinion of

quantify

express as a number or measure or quantity; use as a quantifier

unspoken

expressed without speech; especially because words would be inappropriate or inadequate; not made explicit

negative

expressing or consisting of a negation or refusal or denial; having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant; characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features

eloquent

expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively

bumper

extraordinarily abundant; a mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage; a glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast)

tremendously

extremely

rosemary

extremely pungent leaves used fresh or dried as seasoning for especially meats; widely cultivated for its fragrant grey-green leaves used in cooking and in perfumery

iron

extremely robust; home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth; a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head

adherence

faithful support for a religion or cause or political party; the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition

sophistication

falsification by the use of sophistry; misleading by means of specious fallacies; the quality or character of being intellectually sophisticated and worldly through cultivation or experience or disillusionment; being expert or having knowledge of some technical subject

fillet

fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members; a longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish; a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef

buckle

fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong; a shape distorted by twisting or folding; fold or collapse

bonding

fastening firmly together; (dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enamel; a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child)

biased

favoring one person or side over another

dismay

fear resulting from the awareness of danger; the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles; fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised

grieve

feel grief; eat one's heart out; cause to feel sorrow

rejoice

feel happiness or joy; to express great joy; be ecstatic with joy

caring

feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others; showing a care; having or displaying warmth or affection

ecstatic

feeling great rapture or delight

mare

female equine animal; a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon

pen

female swan; a writing implement with a point from which ink flows; an enclosure for confining livestock

horrify

fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised

inflate

fill with gas or air; exaggerate or make bigger; increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value

shady

filled with shade; not as expected; of questionable taste or morality

bankrupt

financially ruined; someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts; reduce to bankruptcy

solving

finding a solution to a problem

locked

firmly fastened or secured against opening

twenty

first - coming next after the twentieth in position

eldest

first in order of birth; the offspring who came first in the order of birth

forty

five - being five more than forty; a .45-caliber pistol

tame

flat and uninspiring; brought from wildness into a domesticated state; very restrained or quiet

engulf

flow over or cover completely; engross (oneself) fully

wreath

flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes; encircle with or as if with a wreath

trickle

flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid; run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream

ensuing

following immediately and as a result of what went before

Marxist

following the ideas of Marx and Engels; an advocate of Marxism; emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries

appetizer

food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)

folly

foolish or senseless behavior; the trait of acting stupidly or rashly; the quality of being rash and foolish

special

for a special service or occasion; adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose; surpassing what is common or usual or expected

principally

for the most part

dispel

force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings; to cause to separate and go in different directions

suppression

forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority; the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation; (botany) the failure to develop of some part or organ of a plant

encircle

form a circle around; bind with something round or circular; be around

theorize

form or construct theories; construct a theory about; to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds

doubtful

fraught with uncertainty or doubt; open to doubt or suspicion; unsettled in mind or opinion

diarrhea

frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor

snail

freshwater or marine or terrestrial gastropod mollusk usually having an external enclosing spiral shell; edible terrestrial snail usually served in the shell with a sauce of melted butter and garlic; gather snails

expansive

friendly and open and willing to talk; marked by exaggerated feelings of euphoria and delusions of grandeur; able or tending to expand or characterized by expansion

second hand

from a source of previously owned goods; hand marking seconds on a timepiece; an intermediate person; used in the phrase `at second hand'

ostensibly

from appearances alone

throughout

from first to last; used to refer to cited works

overboard

from on board a vessel into the water; to extremes

humorous

full of or characterized by humor

endow

furnish with an endowment; give qualities or abilities to

funded

furnished with funds

extra

further or added; added to a regular schedule; more than is needed, desired, or required

intended

future; betrothed; intentional or planned

mower

garden tool for mowing grass on lawns

glean

gather, as of natural products

concentrated

gathered together or made less diffuse; of or relating to a solution whose dilution has been reduced; intensely focused

bug

general term for any insect or similar creeping or crawling invertebrate; a small hidden microphone; for listening secretly; a fault or defect in a system or machine

approved

generally or especially officially judged acceptable or satisfactory; established by authority; given authoritative approval

obstruction

getting in someone's way; the act of obstructing; any structure that makes progress difficult

bestow

give as a gift; present; bestow a quality on

revitalize

give new life or vigor to; restore strength

honorary

given as an honor without the normal duties

licensed

given official approval to act

outspoken

given to expressing yourself freely or insistently; characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

rendering

giving in acknowledgment of obligation; perspective drawing of an architect's design; a coat of stucco applied to a masonry wall

captive

giving or marked by complete attention to; in captivity; an animal that is confined

ardent

glowing or shining like fire; characterized by strong enthusiasm; characterized by intense emotion

loot

goods or money obtained illegally; informal terms for money; take illegally; of intellectual property

handshake

grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)

somber

grave or even gloomy in character; lacking brightness or color; dull

delightful

greatly pleasing or entertaining

underwater

growing or remaining under water; beneath the surface of the water

alcoholism

habitual intoxication; prolonged and excessive intake of alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an addiction to alcohol such that abrupt deprivation leads to severe withdrawal symptoms; an intense persistent desire to drink alcoholic beverages to excess

one

half - one of two equal parts of a divisible whole

typewriter

hand-operated character printer for printing written messages one character at a time

logistics

handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed

concur

happen simultaneously; be in accord; be in agreement

recurrence

happening again (especially at regular intervals)

nightly

happening every night; at the end of each day

high

happy and excited and energetic; slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana); (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high')

molest

harass or assault sexually; make indecent advances to; annoy continually or chronically

tart

harsh; tasting sour like a lemon; a pastry cup with a filling of fruit or custard and no top crust

denote

have as a meaning; be a sign or indication of; make known; make an announcement

bearded

having a growth of hairlike awns; having hair on the cheeks and chin

jagged

having a sharply uneven surface or outline; having an irregularly notched or toothed margin as though gnawed

in depth

having a specified depth

disgusted

having a strong distaste from surfeit

ringing

having a tendency to reverberate or be repeatedly reflected; the giving of a ring as a token of engagement; having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant

allergic

having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor); characterized by or caused by allergy

emptiness

having an empty stomach; the state of containing nothing; the quality of being valueless or futile

distorted

having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented; so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly; strained or wrenched out of normal shape

clad

having an outer covering especially of thin metal; wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

angular

having angles or an angular shape; measured by an angle or by the rate of change of an angle

fragmented

having been divided; having the unity destroyed

wed

having been taken in marriage; the fourth day of the week; the third working day; take in marriage

bony

having bones especially many or prominent bones; very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold; composed of or containing bone

aboriginal

having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state; of or pertaining to members of the indigenous people of Australia; characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning

rectangular

having four right angles; having a set of mutually perpendicular axes; meeting at right angles

invaluable

having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth

brittle

having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped; (of metal or glass) not annealed and consequently easily cracked or fractured; lacking warmth and generosity of spirit

airy

having little or no perceptible weight; so light as to resemble air; not practical or realizable; speculative; characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air

multilateral

having many parts or sides

engaged

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged; built against or attached to a wall; having services contracted for

leafy

having or covered with leaves

bloody

having or covered with or accompanied by blood; (used of persons) informal intensifiers; extremely

ultraviolet

having or employing wavelengths shorter than light but longer than X-rays; lying outside the visible spectrum at its violet end; radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays

dignified

having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance; having or showing self-esteem

multiple

having or involving or consisting of more than one part or entity or individual; the product of a quantity by an integer

preoccupied

having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something; deeply absorbed in thought

adept

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude; someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

thriving

having or showing vigorous vegetal or animal life; very lively and profitable

pertinent

having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand; being of striking appropriateness and pertinence

paramount

having superior power and influence

anecdotal

having the character of an anecdote; characterized by or given to telling anecdotes

bipolar

having two poles; of, pertaining to, or occurring in both polar regions; of or relating to manic depressive illness

hairy

hazardous and frightening; having or covered with hair

audible

heard or perceptible by the ear; a football play is changed orally after both teams have assumed their positions at the line of scrimmage

china

high quality porcelain originally made only in China; a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world; dishware made of high quality porcelain

metaphysical

highly abstract and overly theoretical; without material form or substance; pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics

enlightened

highly educated; having extensive information or understanding; having knowledge and spiritual insight; freed from illusion

disgusting

highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust

hearth

home symbolized as a part of the fireplace; an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room); an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built

emeritus

honorably retired from assigned duties and retaining your title along with the additional title `emeritus' as in `professor emeritus'; `retired from assigned duties' need not imply that one is inactive; a professor or minister who is retired from assigned duties

hip

hop - an urban youth culture associated with rap music and the fashions of African-American residents of the inner city; genre of African-American music of the 1980s and 1990s in which rhyming lyrics are chanted to a musical accompaniment; several forms of rap have emerged

insulin

hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells

condominium

housing consisting of a complex of dwelling units (as an apartment house) in which each unit is individually owned; one of the dwelling units in a condominium

parody

humorous or satirical mimicry; a composition that imitates somebody's style in a humorous way; make a spoof of or make fun of

intolerance

impatience with annoyances; unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs

equitable

implying justice dictated by reason, conscience, and a natural sense of what is fair to all

venerable

impressive by reason of age; profoundly honored

rash

imprudently incurring risk; marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences; a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences

boldly

in a bold manner

markedly

in a clearly noticeable manner

tangled

in a confused mass; highly complex or intricate

dangerously

in a dangerous manner

delicately

in a delicate manner

generously

in a generous manner

gracefully

in a graceful manner; in a gracious or graceful manner

hastily

in a hurried or hasty manner

famously

in a manner or to an extent that is well known; in a splendid manner

paradoxically

in a paradoxical manner

peacefully

in a peaceful manner

prominently

in a prominent way

comparatively

in a relative manner; by comparison to something else

relentlessly

in a relentless manner

plainly

in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment; unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')

spiritually

in a spiritual manner

funky

in a state of cowardly fright; stylish and modern in an unconventional way; (of jazz) having the soulful feeling of early blues

stunned

in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock; knocked unconscious by a heavy blow; filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

dissatisfied

in a state of sulky dissatisfaction

subtly

in a subtle manner

tentatively

in a tentative manner

brutally

in a vicious manner

vividly

in a vivid manner

willingly

in a willing manner

wisely

in a wise manner

regular

in accord with regular practice or procedure; relating to a person who does something regularly; officially full-time

trendy

in accord with the latest fad

awkwardly

in an awkward manner

embryonic

in an early stage of development; of an organism prior to birth or hatching

pleasantly

in an enjoyable manner; in a cheerful manner

brilliantly

in an extremely intelligent way; with brightness

intellectually

in an intellectual manner

understandably

in an intelligible manner

unfairly

in an unfair manner

unanimous

in complete agreement; acting together as a single undiversified whole

jointly

in conjunction with; combined; in collaboration or cooperation

flux

in constant change; a flow or discharge; a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action

pro

in favor of (an action or proposal etc.); favoring a proposition, opinion, etc.; an argument in favor of a proposal

going

in full operation; advancing toward a goal; act of departing

upstate

in or toward the northern parts of a state

alternatively

in place of, or as an alternative to

academically

in regard to academic matters

downstream

in the direction of a stream's current; away from the source or with the current

assimilation

in the theories of Jean Piaget: the application of a general schema to a particular instance; a linguistic process by which a sound becomes similar to an adjacent sound; the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion

brother

in-law - a brother by marriage

mother

in-law - the mother of your spouse

unthinkable

incapable of being conceived or considered

unbearable

incapable of being put up with

barren

incapable of sustaining life; not bearing offspring; completely wanting or lacking

disparate

including markedly dissimilar elements; fundamentally different or distinct in quality or kind

halfway

including only half or a portion; at a point midway between two extremes; equally distant from the extremes

internalize

incorporate within oneself; make subjective or personal

magnify

increase in size, volume or significance; make large; to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

amplify

increase the volume of; exaggerate or make bigger; increase in size, volume or significance

incremental

increasing gradually by regular degrees or additions

raising

increasing in quantity or value; the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child; helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

zero

indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration; indicating an initial point or origin; having no measurable or otherwise determinable value

tuberculosis

infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages)

punitive

inflicting punishment

acquaint

inform; make familiar or acquainted; cause to come to know personally

cracked

informal or slang terms for mentally irregular; of paint or varnish; having the appearance of alligator hide; used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure

chopper

informal terms for a human `tooth'; a grounder that bounces high in the air; a butcher's knife having a large square blade

unused

infrequently exposed to; not yet put into use; not in active use

ancestral

inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent; of or belonging to or inherited from an ancestor

ancestry

inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline; the descendants of one individual

punctuate

insert punctuation marks into; interrupt periodically; to stress, single out as important

token

insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal); a metal or plastic disk that can be used (as a substitute for coins) in slot machines; an individual instance of a type of symbol

hypocrisy

insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have; an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction

*******

insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous; excretory opening at the end of the alimentary canal

self

interest - concern for your own interests and welfare; taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

infuse

introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes; undergo the process of infusion; let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse

backer

invests in a theatrical production

cerebral

involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct; of or relating to the cerebrum or brain

unilateral

involving only one part or side; tracing descent from either the paternal or the maternal line only

unsafe

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm; lacking in security or safety; not safe from attack

causal

involving or constituting a cause; causing

contentious

involving or likely to cause controversy; inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits

transnational

involving or operating in several nations or nationalities

grunt

medium-sized tropical marine food fishes that utter grunting sounds when caught; the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs; an unskilled or low-ranking soldier or other worker

sane

mentally healthy; free from mental disorder; marked by sound judgment

sparkle

merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance; the quality of shining with a bright reflected light; the occurrence of a small flash or spark

subsistence

minimal (or marginal) resources for subsisting; the state of existing in reality; having substance; a means of surviving

last

minute - just before a deadline; at the last minute

confound

mistake one thing for another; be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly

ambivalence

mixed feelings or emotions

fellowship

money granted (by a university or foundation or other agency) for advanced study or research; an association of people who share common beliefs or activities; the state of being with someone

worthy

morally admirable; meriting respect or esteem; having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable

righteous

morally justified; characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice

preferable

more desirable than another

preferably

more readily or willingly

soybean

most highly proteinaceous vegetable crop known; erect bushy hairy annual herb having trifoliate leaves and purple to pink flowers; extensively cultivated for food and forage and soil improvement but especially for its nutritious oil-rich seeds; native to Asia; a source of oil; used for forage and soil improvement and as food

sucker

mostly North American freshwater fishes with a thick-lipped mouth for feeding by suction; related to carps; an organ specialized for sucking nourishment or for adhering to objects by suction; flesh of any of numerous North American food fishes with toothless jaws

advancing

moving ahead or toward the front; moving forward

flowing

moving smoothly and continuously; (of water) rising to the surface under internal hydrostatic pressure; designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow

beaten

much trodden and worn smooth or bare; formed or made thin by hammering

shoulder

narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road; the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm; a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula

newfound

newly discovered

prehistoric

no longer fashionable; belonging to or existing in times before recorded history; of or relating to times before written history

forgotten

no longer known; irretrievable; not noticed inadvertently

unavailable

not available or accessible or at hand

imagined

not based on fact; dubious

stationary

not capable of being moved; standing still

opaque

not clear; not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy; not clearly understood or expressed

stray

not close together in time; homeless cat; wander from a direct course or at random

incompatible

not compatible; incapable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification; used especially of solids or solutions; incapable of blending into a stable homogeneous mixture

unhealthy

not conducive to good health; not in or exhibiting good health in body or mind; detrimental to health

unconventional

not conforming to accepted rules or standards; not conventional or conformist; not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention

uninsured

not covered by insurance

unintended

not deliberate

sparse

not dense

original

not derived or copied or translated from something else; preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed; being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of

sole

not divided or shared with others; being the only one; single and isolated from others; right-eyed flatfish; many are valued as food; most common in warm seas especially European

steady

not easily excited or upset; securely in position; not shaky; not subject to change or variation especially in behavior

clumsy

not elegant or graceful in expression; lacking grace in movement or posture; showing lack of skill or aptitude

limp

not firm; lacking in strength or firmness or resilience; the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

unofficial

not having official authority or sanction; not officially established

unnatural

not in accordance with or determined by nature; contrary to nature; speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression; distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous

motionless

not in physical motion

insignificant

not large enough to consider or notice; not worthy of notice; of little importance or influence or power; of minor status

unmarried

not married or related to the unmarried state

unnoticed

not noticed

shut

not open; used especially of mouth or eyes; move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

unpaid

not paid; without payment; engaged in as a pastime

imperfect

not perfect; defective or inadequate; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings; a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going

visionary

not practical or realizable; speculative; a person with unusual powers of foresight; a person given to fanciful speculations and enthusiasms with little regard for what is actually possible

inefficient

not producing desired results; wasteful; lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate

disproportionate

not proportionate; out of proportion

incompetent

not qualified or suited for a purpose; not doing a good job; not meeting requirements

unreasonable

not reasonable; not showing good judgment; beyond normal limits

unanswered

not returned in kind

frivolous

not serious in content or attitude or behavior

leftover

not used up; a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists

unreliable

not worthy of reliance or trust; lacking a sense of responsibility; liable to be erroneous or misleading

undecided

not yet having made a commitment; characterized by indecision; not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought

disciplined

obeying the rules; trained mentally or physically by instruction or exercise; punished for misbehavior

bullshit

obscene words for unacceptable behavior; talk through one's hat

intuitive

obtained through intuition rather than from reasoning or observation; spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency

conspicuous

obvious to the eye or mind; without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious

routine

occurring at fixed times or predictable intervals; found in the ordinary course of events; an unvarying or habitual method or procedure

yearly

occurring or payable every year; without missing a year; a reference book that is published regularly once every year

perpetual

occurring so frequently as to seem ceaseless or uninterrupted; uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing; continuing forever or indefinitely

analog

of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input; something having the property of being analogous to something else

scarlet

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies; a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

tan

of a light yellowish-brown color; a light brown the color of topaz; a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun

transient

of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind; lasting a very short time; (physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load

winding

of a path e.g.; marked by repeated turns and bends; the act of winding or twisting

midwestern

of a region of the United States generally including Ohio; Indiana; Illinois; Iowa; Missouri; Kansas; Nebraska; and sometimes Michigan; Wisconsin; Minnesota

gray

of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black; darkened with overcast; intermediate in character or position

focused

of an optical system (e.g. eye or opera glasses) adjusted to produce a clear image; (of light rays) converging on a point; being in focus or brought into focus

coordinate

of equal importance, rank, or degree; a number that identifies a position relative to an axis; bring into common action, movement, or condition

celestial

of heaven or the spirit; relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven; of or relating to the sky

towering

of imposing height; especially standing out above others

lofty

of imposing height; especially standing out above others; having or displaying great dignity or nobility; of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

bulky

of large size for its weight

opposite

of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem; altogether different in nature or quality or significance; the other one of a complementary pair

unanimously

of one mind; without dissent

heavenly

of or belonging to heaven or god; relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven; of or relating to the sky

earthly

of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven

tenor

of or close in range to the highest natural adult male voice; (of a musical instrument) intermediate between alto and baritone or bass; the pitch range of the highest male voice

anthropological

of or concerned with the science of anthropology

Mormon

of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Mormon church; the ancient prophet whose writings were revealed to Joseph Smith who founded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints; a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Austrian

of or relating to Austria or its people or culture; a native or inhabitant of Austria

Iranian

of or relating to Iran or its people or language or culture; the modern Persian language spoken in Iran; a native or inhabitant of Iran

Norwegian

of or relating to Norway or its people or culture or language; a Scandinavian language that is spoken in Norway; a native or inhabitant of Norway

fetal

of or relating to a fetus

phenomenal

of or relating to a phenomenon; exceedingly or unbelievably great

curricular

of or relating to an academic course of study

ethnographic

of or relating to ethnography

herbal

of or relating to herbs; tea-like drink made of leaves of various herbs

motivational

of or relating to motivation

neural

of or relating to neurons; of or relating to the nervous system

textual

of or relating to or based on a text

geological

of or relating to or based on geology

gravitational

of or relating to or caused by gravitation

tidal

of or relating to or caused by tides

Belgian

of or relating to or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgian people; a native or inhabitant of Belgium

Colombian

of or relating to or characteristic of Colombia or its people; a native or inhabitant of Colombia

Egyptian

of or relating to or characteristic of Egypt or its people or their language; the ancient and now extinct language of Egypt under the Pharaohs; written records date back to 3000 BC; a native or inhabitant of Egypt

Ethiopian

of or relating to or characteristic of Ethiopia or its people or languages; a native or inhabitant of Ethiopia

Indonesian

of or relating to or characteristic of Indonesia or its people or languages; the dialect of Malay used as the national language of the Republic of Indonesia or of Malaysia; a native or inhabitant of Indonesia

Peruvian

of or relating to or characteristic of Peru or its people; a native or inhabitant of Peru

Portuguese

of or relating to or characteristic of Portugal or the people of Portugal; the Romance language spoken in Portugal and Brazil; a native or inhabitant of Portugal

Ukrainian

of or relating to or characteristic of Ukraine or its people or culture; the Slavic language spoken in the Ukraine

Yugoslav

of or relating to or characteristic of the former country of Yugoslavia or its people or languages; a native or inhabitant of Yugoslavia

Haitian

of or relating to or characteristic of the republic of Haiti or its people; a native or inhabitant of Haiti

centennial

of or relating to or completing a period of 100 years; the 100th anniversary (or the celebration of it)

journalistic

of or relating to or having the characteristics of journalism

abdominal

of or relating to or near the abdomen; the muscles of the abdomen

Buddhist

of or relating to or supporting Buddhism; one who follows the teachings of Buddha

fundamentalist

of or relating to or tending toward fundamentalism; a supporter of fundamentalism

neurological

of or relating to or used in or practicing neurology

botanical

of or relating to plants or botany; a drug made from part of a plant (as the bark or root or leaves)

predictive

of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions

procedural

of or relating to procedure; relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law

promotional

of or relating to serving as publicity; of or relating to advancement

stylistic

of or relating to style (especially in the use of language)

Kuwaiti

of or relating to the capital of Kuwait or its residents; of or relating to the kingdom of Kuwait or its people; a native or inhabitant of Kuwait

orbital

of or relating to the eye socket; of or relating to an orbit

managerial

of or relating to the function or responsibility or activity of management

Hebrew

of or relating to the language of the Hebrews; of or relating to or characteristic of the Hebrews; the ancient Canaanitic language of the Hebrews that has been revived as the official language of Israel

pediatric

of or relating to the medical care of children

reciprocal

of or relating to the multiplicative inverse of a quantity or function; concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return; something (a term or expression or concept) that has a reciprocal relation to something else

Martian

of or relating to the planet Mars (or its fictional inhabitants); imaginary people who live on the planet Mars

acoustic

of or relating to the science of acoustics; a remedy for hearing loss or deafness

hydraulic

of or relating to the study of hydraulics; moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil)

collegiate

of or resembling or typical of a college or college students

adoptive

of parents and children; related by adoption; acquired as your own by free choice

rust

of the brown color of rust; any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants; the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water

yellow

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk; cowardly or treacherous; changed to a yellowish color by age

avocado

of the dull yellowish green of the meat of an avocado; a pear-shaped tropical fruit with green or blackish skin and rich yellowish pulp enclosing a single large seed; tropical American tree bearing large pulpy green fruits

snowy

of the white color of snow; covered with snow; marked by the presence of snow

state

of-the-art - the highest level of development at a particular time (especially the present time)

festive

offering fun and gaiety

outdated

old; no longer in use or valid or fashionable

obsolete

old; no longer in use or valid or fashionable; no longer in use

internally

on or from the inside

sinister

on or starting from the wearer's left; threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments; stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable

horseback

on the back of a horse; the back of a horse; a narrow ridge of hills

one

on-one - being a system of play in which an individual defensive player guards an individual offensive player; directly between two individuals; (of two persons) in direct encounter

twenty

one - being one more than twenty; the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty and one; a gambling game using cards; the object is to hold cards having a higher count than those dealt to the bank up to but not exceeding 21

rafter

one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof; someone who travels by raft; provide (a ceiling) with rafters

finger

one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb; any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb); the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure

semifinal

one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament

pioneer

one the first colonists or settler in a new territory; someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art; open up and explore a new area

grad

one-hundredth of a right angle; a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university)

co

op - a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is run for the benefit of its owners

overt

open and observable; not secret or hidden

candid

openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness; informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared; characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

terrestrial

operating or living or growing on land; of this earth; concerned with the world or worldly matters

reorganize

organize anew; organize anew, as after a setback

revolt

organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another; make revolution; cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of

longitudinal

over an extended time; running lengthwise; of or relating to lines of longitude

covered

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

watery

overly diluted; thin and insipid; relating to or resembling or consisting of water; filled with water

irresistible

overpoweringly attractive; impossible to resist; overpowering

cilantro

parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish; Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley

petal

part of the perianth that is usually brightly colored

perish

pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

infiltrate

pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict; pass into or through by filtering or permeating; cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices

spaghetti

pasta in the form of long strings; spaghetti served with a tomato sauce

heed

paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people); pay close attention to; give heed to

bribe

payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment; make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence

miraculous

peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention; being or having the character of a miracle

improvise

perform without preparation; manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand

clearance

permission to proceed; the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them; vertical space available to allow easy passage under something

bewildered

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

judiciary

persons who administer justice; the system of law courts that administer justice and constitute the judicial branch of government

pictorial

pertaining to or consisting of pictures; evoking lifelike images within the mind; a periodical (magazine or newspaper) containing many pictures

electromagnetic

pertaining to or exhibiting magnetism produced by electric charge in motion

might

physical strength

frail

physically weak; easily broken or damaged or destroyed; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings

likeness

picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing; similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things

vantage

place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective); the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

curtail

place restrictions on; terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent

fireman

play in which children pretend to put out a fire; a member of a fire department who tries to extinguish fires; a pitcher who does not start the game

kindly

pleasant and agreeable; showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity; in a kind manner or out of kindness

nice

pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance; done with delicacy and skill; exhibiting courtesy and politeness

fragrant

pleasant-smelling

upbeat

pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic; an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure); a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous

amused

pleasantly occupied

sweet

pleasing to the senses; (used of wines) having a high residual sugar content; having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

stud

poker in which each player receives hole cards and the remainder are dealt face up; bets are placed after each card is dealt; adult male horse kept for breeding; ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt)

mediocre

poor to middling in quality; moderate to inferior in quality; lacking exceptional quality or ability

unequal

poorly balanced or matched in quantity or value or measure; not equal in amount

interrogate

pose a series of questions to; transmit (a signal) for setting off an appropriate response, as in telecommunication

wizard

possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers; someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field; one who practices magic or sorcery

cocoa

powder of ground roasted cacao beans with most of the fat removed; a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot

modernism

practices typical of contemporary life or thought; genre of art and literature that makes a self-conscious break with previous genres; the quality of being current or of the present

flatter

praise somewhat dishonestly

beta

preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product; second in order of importance; the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet

shredded

prepared by cutting

rosy

presaging good fortune; of blush color; having the pinkish flush of health

ill

presaging ill fortune; distressing; resulting in suffering or adversity

statutory

prescribed or authorized by or punishable under a statute; relating to or created by statutes

innate

present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development; being talented through inherited qualities; not established by conditioning or learning

villa

pretentious and luxurious country residence with extensive grounds; country house in ancient Rome consisting of residential quarters and farm buildings around a courtyard; detached or semidetached suburban house

algae

primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves

sponge

primitive multicellular marine animal whose porous body is supported by a fibrous skeletal framework; usually occurs in sessile colonies; a porous mass of interlacing fibers the forms the internal skeleton of various marine animals and usable to absorb water or any porous rubber or cellulose product similarly used; a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage

deterioration

process of changing to an inferior state; a symptom of reduced quality or strength

telling

producing a strong effect; disclosing unintentionally; powerfully persuasive

futile

producing no result or effect; unproductive of success

by

product - a product made during the manufacture of something else; a secondary and sometimes unexpected consequence

acquit

pronounce not guilty of criminal charges; behave in a certain manner

proportional

properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'; having a constant ratio; (of taxes) increasing as the amount taxed increases

upbringing

properties acquired during a person's formative years; helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

insulate

protect from heat, cold, or noise by surrounding with insulating material; place or set apart

proprietary

protected by trademark or patent or copyright; made or produced or distributed by one having exclusive rights; an unincorporated business owned by a single person who is responsible for its liabilities and entitled to its profits

shade

protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight; a representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment); a quality of a given color that differs slightly from a primary color

narrate

provide commentary for a film, for example; narrate or give a detailed account of

clothe

provide with clothes or put clothes on; furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors

nourish

provide with nourishment; give nourishment to

framed

provided with a frame

motivated

provided with a motive or given incentive for action

informative

providing or conveying information; serving to instruct of enlighten or inform; tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance

surrogate

providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties; someone who takes the place of another person; a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others

rewarding

providing personal satisfaction

camp

providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities; temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers; temporary lodgings in the country for travelers or vacationers

entice

provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion

taut

pulled or drawn tight; subjected to great tension; stretched tight

victimize

punish unjustly; deprive of by deceit; make a victim of

all

purpose - not limited in use or function

rearrange

put into a new order or arrangement

editing

putting something (as a literary work or a legislative bill) into acceptable form

radiant

radiating or as if radiating light

long

range - suitable for or reaching long distances; involving an extended span of time

decipher

read with difficulty; convert code into ordinary language

firsthand

received directly from a source; at first hand or directly

extravagant

recklessly wasteful; unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings

resilient

recovering readily from adversity, depression, or the like; elastic; rebounds readily

perennial

recurring again and again; lasting three seasons or more; lasting an indefinitely long time; suggesting self-renewal

rhythmic

recurring with measured regularity

raspberry

red or black edible aggregate berries usually smaller than the related blackberries; woody brambles bearing usually red but sometimes black or yellow fruits that separate from the receptacle when ripe and are rounder and smaller than blackberries; a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

dilute

reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity; lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture; corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones

obliterate

reduced to nothingness; remove completely from recognition or memory; do away with completely, without leaving a trace

choral

related to or written for or performed by a chorus or choir; a stately Protestant (especially Lutheran) hymn tune

adjective

relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law; of or relating to or functioning as an adjective; the word class that qualifies nouns

viral

relating to or caused by a virus

Arabic

relating to or characteristic of Arabs; the Semitic language of the Arabs; spoken in a variety of dialects

Hungarian

relating to or characteristic of Hungary; the official language of Hungary (also spoken in Rumania); belongs to the Ugric family of languages; a native or inhabitant of Hungary

ballistic

relating to or characteristic of the motion of objects moving under their own momentum and the force of gravity

differential

relating to or showing a difference; involving or containing one or more derivatives; a quality that differentiates between similar things

insanity

relatively permanent disorder of the mind

retarded

relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development; people collectively who are mentally retarded

rodent

relatively small gnawing animals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing

relinquish

relinquish to the power of another; yield to the control of another; release, as from one's grip; turn away from; give up

deserted

remote from civilization

oust

remove from a position or office; remove and replace

disarm

remove offensive capability from; take away the weapons from; render harmless; make less hostile; win over

excavate

remove the inner part or the core of; form by hollowing; find by digging in the ground

contaminated

rendered unwholesome by contaminants and pollution; corrupted by contact or association; contaminated with infecting organisms

delineate

represented accurately or precisely; describe in vivid detail; trace the shape of

billing

request for payment of a debt

necessitate

require as useful, just, or proper; cause to be a concomitant

demanding

requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill

parachute

rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall; jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute

surreal

resembling a dream; characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions

windy

resembling the wind in speed,force, or variability; abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes; using or containing too many words

occupied

resided in; having tenants; held or filled or in use; seized and controlled as by military invasion

homage

respectful deference

gag

restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting; a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter; make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit

derivative

resulting from or employing derivation; (linguistics) a word that is derived from another word; the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx

ornate

rich in decorative detail; marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details

high

risk - not financially safe or secure

at

riskat-risk

lava

rock that in its molten form (as magma) issues from volcanos; lava is what magma is called when it reaches the surface

beet

round red root vegetable; biennial Eurasian plant usually having a swollen edible root; widely cultivated as a food crop

stimulating

rousing or quickening activity or the senses; making lively and cheerful; that stimulates

shattered

ruined or disrupted

derail

run off or leave the rails; cause to run off the tracks

scurry

rushing about hastily in an undignified way; to move about or proceed hurriedly

tack

sailing a zigzag course; (nautical) the act of changing tack; a short nail with a sharp point and a large head

authoritative

sanctioned by established authority; having authority or ascendancy or influence; of recognized authority or excellence

covert

secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; (of a wife) being under the protection of her husband; a flock of coots

guaranteed

secured by written agreement

behold

see with attention

continual

seemingly without interruption; chiefly restricted to what recurs regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series; `continual' (meaning seemingly uninterrupted) is often used interchangeably with `continuous' (meaning without interruption)

eclectic

selecting what seems best of various styles or ideas; someone who selects according to the eclectic method

anti

semitism - the intense dislike for and prejudice against Jewish people

key

serving as an essential component; effective; producing a desired effect; metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated

introductory

serving as an introduction or preface; serving to open or begin; serving as a base or starting point

exploratory

serving in or intended for exploration or discovery

prescribed

set down as a rule or guide; formally laid down or imposed; conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline

sever

set or keep apart; cut off from a whole

collective

set up on the principle of collectivism or ownership and production by the workers involved usually under the supervision of a government; forming a whole or aggregate; done by or characteristic of individuals acting together

transmitter

set used to broadcast radio or tv signals; any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease; someone who transmits a message

stern

severe and unremitting in making demands; of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect; not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

crackdown

severely repressive actions

stitch

sewing consisting of a link or loop or knot made by drawing a threaded needle through a fabric; a sharp spasm of pain in the side resulting from running; fasten by sewing; do needlework

mend

sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment); the act of putting something in working order again; heal or recover

sensual

sexually exciting or gratifying; marked by the appetites and passions of the body

vibrate

shake, quiver, or throb; move back and forth rapidly, usually in an uncontrolled manner; feel sudden intense sensation or emotion; move or swing from side to side regularly

reshape

shape anew or differently; shape again or shape differently

shriek

sharp piercing cry; a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry; utter a shrill cry

vinyl

shiny and tough and flexible plastic; used especially for floor coverings; a univalent chemical radical derived from ethylene

anecdote

short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)

favorably

showing approval

thoughtfully

showing consideration and thoughtfulness; in a thoughtful manner

speculative

showing curiosity; not based on fact or investigation; not financially safe or secure

stale

showing deterioration from age; lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new; no longer new; uninteresting

discontent

showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing; a longing for something better than the present situation; make dissatisfied

tolerant

showing the capacity for endurance; able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress; showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others

beckon

signal with the hands or nod; summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture; appear inviting

on

site - taking place or located at the site

dope

slang terms for inside information; street names for marijuana; carbonated drink flavored with extract from Kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States)

racer

slender fast-moving North American snakes; an animal that races; a fast car that competes in races

chute

sloping channel through which things can descend; rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall; jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute

downhill

sloping down rather steeply; toward the bottom of a hill; toward a lower or inferior state

casket

small and often ornate box for holding jewels or other valuables; box in which a corpse is buried or cremated; enclose in a casket

cubicle

small area set off by walls for special use; small individual study area in a library; small room is which a monk or nun lives

zucchini

small cucumber-shaped vegetable marrow; typically dark green; marrow squash plant whose fruit are eaten when small

popcorn

small kernels of corn exploded by heat; corn having small ears and kernels that burst when exposed to dry heat

bun

small rounded bread either plain or sweet

mole

small velvety-furred burrowing mammal having small eyes and fossorial forefeet; a small congenital pigmented spot on the skin; spicy sauce often containing chocolate

greasy

smeared or soiled with grease or oil; containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

visibly

so as to be visible; in a visible manner

numb

so frightened as to be unable to move; stunned or paralyzed with terror; lacking sensation; (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive

staggering

so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm

luminous

softly bright or radiant

interruption

some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity; an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity; a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something

scold

someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault; censure severely or angrily; show one's unhappiness or critical attitude

jockey

someone employed to ride horses in horse races; an operator of some vehicle or machine or apparatus; ride a racehorse as a professional jockey

stakeholder

someone entrusted to hold the stakes for two or more persons betting against one another; must deliver the stakes to the winner

abuser

someone who abuses

admirer

someone who admires a young woman; a person who admires; someone who esteems or respects or approves; a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

baker

someone who bakes bread or cake; someone who bakes commercially

traitor

someone who betrays his country by committing treason; a person who says one thing and does another

pollster

someone who conducts surveys of public opinion

motorist

someone who drives (or travels in) an automobile

invader

someone who enters by force in order to conquer

rapist

someone who forces another to have sexual intercourse

skeptic

someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs

pundit

someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field

smuggler

someone who imports or exports without paying duties

intruder

someone who intrudes on the privacy or property of another without permission

pilot

someone who is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight; a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor; an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

cripple

someone who is unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the legs or back; deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg; deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless

pilgrim

someone who journeys in foreign lands; someone who journeys to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion; one of the colonists from England who sailed to America on the Mayflower and founded the colony of Plymouth in New England in 1620

cheerleader

someone who leads the cheers by spectators at a sporting event; an enthusiastic and vocal supporter

lecturer

someone who lectures professionally; a public lecturer at certain universities

steward

someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else; an attendant on an airplane; the ship's officer who is in charge of provisions and dining arrangements

magician

someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience; one who practices magic or sorcery

rapper

someone who performs rap music; a device (usually metal and ornamental) attached by a hinge to a door

culprit

someone who perpetrates wrongdoing

marketer

someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money

borrower

someone who receives something on the promise to return it or its equivalent

hippie

someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle

skater

someone who skates

storyteller

someone who tells lies; someone who tells a story

flier

someone who travels by air; an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution; someone who operates an aircraft

biographer

someone who writes an account of a person's life

comer

someone with a promising future; someone who arrives (or has arrived)

charm

something believed to bring good luck; (physics) one of the six flavors of quark; attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

tangle

something jumbled or confused; a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven; twist together or entwine into a confusing mass

belongings

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

showing

something shown to the public; the display of a motion picture

bulge

something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings; cause to bulge or swell outwards; swell or protrude outwards

grieving

sorrowful through loss or deprivation

mourning

sorrowful through loss or deprivation; state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one; the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief

soundtrack

sound recording on a narrow strip of a motion picture film

bedside

space by the side of a bed (especially the bed of a sick or dying person)

emblem

special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.; a visible symbol representing an abstract idea

permeate

spread or diffuse through; penetrate mutually or be interlocked; pass through

spreading

spreading by diffusion; act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time; the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate

harness

stable gear consisting of an arrangement of leather straps fitted to a draft animal so that it can be attached to and pull a cart; a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute); exploit the power of

profess

state insincerely; confess one's faith in, or allegiance to; practice as a profession, teach, or claim to be knowledgeable about

untouched

still full; not having come in contact; not influenced or affected

inspiring

stimulating or exalting to the spirit

milestone

stone post at side of a road to show distances; a significant event in your life (or in a project)

quaint

strange in an interesting or pleasing way; very strange or unusual; odd or even incongruous in character or appearance; attractively old-fashioned (but not necessarily authentic)

limiting

strictly limiting the reference of a modified word or phrase; restricting the scope or freedom of action; the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase

humanities

studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)

accomplished

successfully completed or brought to an end; settled securely and unconditionally; highly skilled

blush

sudden reddening of the face (as from embarrassment or guilt or shame or modesty); a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health; turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame

edible

suitable for use as food; any substance that can be used as food

hanging

supported from above; a form of capital punishment; victim is suspended by the neck from a gallows or gibbet until dead; decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

favored

supremely favored or fortunate; preferred above all others and treated with partiality; blessed with advantages

confiscate

surrendered as a penalty; taken without permission or consent especially by public authority; take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority

coronary

surrounding like a crown (especially of the blood vessels surrounding the heart); obstruction of blood flow in a coronary artery by a blood clot (thrombus)

moratorium

suspension of an ongoing activity; a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged

blueberry

sweet edible dark-blue berries of either low-growing or high-growing blueberry plants; any of numerous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium bearing blueberries

commence

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action; set in motion, cause to start; get off the ground

espouse

take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own; choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans; take in marriage

participating

taking part in an activity

flash

tastelessly showy; a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph; a bright patch of color used for decoration or identification

tense

taut or rigid; stretched tight; pronounced with relatively tense tongue muscles (e.g., the vowel sound in `beat'); in or of a state of physical or nervous tension

impart

tell or deposit (information) knowledge; make known; pass on, of information; make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret

remedial

tending or intended to rectify or improve; tending to cure or restore to health

contributing

tending to bring about; being partly responsible for

breathtaking

tending to cause suspension of regular breathing

deterrent

tending to deter; something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

seductive

tending to entice into a desired action or state

familial

tending to occur among members of a family usually by heredity; relating to or having the characteristics of a family

suggestive

tending to suggest or imply; (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly

interpretive

that provides interpretation

orbit

the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another; the path of an electron around the nucleus of an atom; an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

Navajo

the Athapaskan language spoken by the Navaho; a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah

Cherokee

the Iroquoian language spoken by the Cherokee; a member of an Iroquoian people formerly living in the Appalachian Mountains but now chiefly in Oklahoma

remembrance

the ability to recall past occurrences; a recognition of meritorious service

repeal

the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation; annul by recalling or rescinding

seasoning

the act of adding a seasoning to food; something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts

impetus

the act of applying force suddenly; a force that moves something along

apprehension

the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal); painful expectation; fearful expectation or anticipation

arousal

the act of arousing; awakening from sleep; a state of heightened physiological activity

lining

the act of attaching an inside lining (to a garment or curtain etc.); providing something with a surface of a different material; a protective covering that protects an inside surface

hunch

the act of bending yourself up together; an impression that something might be the case; arch one's back

induction

the act of bringing about something (especially at an early time); an electrical phenomenon whereby an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closed circuit by a change in the flow of current; an act that sets in motion some course of events

purchasing

the act of buying

motion

the act of changing location from one place to another; a change of position that does not entail a change of location; a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote

relocation

the act of changing your residence or place of business; the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind)

coercion

the act of compelling by force of authority; using force to cause something

experimentation

the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation; the testing of an idea

authorization

the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant; official permission or approval; the power or right to give orders or make decisions

imprisonment

the act of confining someone in a prison (or as if in a prison); putting someone in prison or in jail as lawful punishment; the state of being imprisoned

consolation

the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction; the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

federation

the act of constituting a political unity out of a number of separate states or colonies or provinces so that each member retains the management of its internal affairs; an organization formed by merging several groups or parties; a union of political organizations

containment

the act of containing; keeping something from spreading; (physics) a system designed to prevent the accidental release of radioactive material from a reactor; a policy of creating strategic alliances in order to check the expansion of a hostile power or ideology or to force it to negotiate peacefully

continuation

the act of continuing an activity without interruption; the consequence of being lengthened in duration; a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive a line as continuing its established direction

convergence

the act of converging (coming closer); the approach of an infinite series to a finite limit; the occurrence of two or more things coming together

counting

the act of counting

arbitration

the act of deciding as an arbiter; giving authoritative judgment; (law) the hearing and determination of a dispute by an impartial referee agreed to by both parties (often used to settle disputes between labor and management)

demolition

the act of demolishing; an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something

starvation

the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine; a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period

excavation

the act of digging; a hole in the ground made by excavating; the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth

disapproval

the act of disapproving or condemning; the expression of disapproval; a feeling of disliking something or what someone is doing

find

the act of discovering something; a productive insight; come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds

enclosure

the act of enclosing something inside something else; artifact consisting of a space that has been enclosed for some purpose; something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter

termination

the act of ending something; a coming to an end of a contract period; the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme)

endowment

the act of endowing with a permanent source of income; natural abilities or qualities; the capital that provides income for an institution

entree

the act of entering; the right to enter; the principal dish of a meal

browse

the act of feeding by continual nibbling; reading superficially or at random; eat lightly, try different dishes

finishing

the act of finishing; a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)

flex

the act of flexing; cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form; bend a joint

squeeze

the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space; the act of gripping and pressing firmly; a twisting squeeze

poisoning

the act of giving poison to a person or animal with the intent to kill; the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance

accreditation

the act of granting credit or recognition (especially with respect to educational institution that maintains suitable standards)

clasp

the act of grasping; a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together; hold firmly and tightly

clench

the act of grasping; a small slip noose made with seizing; squeeze together tightly

grope

the act of groping; and instance of groping; fondle for sexual pleasure; feel about uncertainly or blindly

tow

the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope; drag behind

infusion

the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality; (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational force); the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water)

rendition

the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance; a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc.; an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious

investing

the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit

lookout

the act of looking out; a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings; an elevated post affording a wide view

marking

the act of making a visible mark on a surface; evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score; a pattern of marks

liberalization

the act of making less strict

unification

the act of making or becoming a single unit; an occurrence that involves the production of a union; the state of being joined or united or linked

alteration

the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment); the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification); an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

make

the act of mixing cards haphazardly; a recognizable kind; act in a certain way so as to acquire

waver

the act of moving back and forth; someone who communicates by waving; the act of pausing uncertainly

sighting

the act of observing

communion

the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist; sharing thoughts and feelings; (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites

falter

the act of pausing uncertainly; move hesitatingly, as if about to give way; be unsure or weak

persecution

the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)

persuasion

the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action; a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

gaming

the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize)

propulsion

the act of propelling; a propelling force

extraction

the act of pulling out (as a tooth); the process of obtaining something from a mixture or compound by chemical or physical or mechanical means; properties attributable to your ancestry

substitution

the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help"; an event in which one thing is substituted for another

reassurance

the act of reassuring; restoring someone's confidence

detachment

the act of releasing from an attachment or connection; a small unit of troops of special composition; coming apart

transplant

the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location; an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient); (surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient

salvage

the act of rescuing a ship or its crew or its cargo from a shipwreck or a fire; the act of saving goods or property that were in danger of damage or destruction; property or goods saved from damage or destruction

confinement

the act of restraining of a person's liberty by confining them; the state of being confined; concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of labor to the birth of a child

holding

the act of retaining something; something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

twirl

the act of rotating rapidly; a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight; turn in a twisting or spinning motion

gunshot

the act of shooting a gun

slowdown

the act of slowing down or falling behind

snap

the act of snapping the fingers; movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand; a fastener used on clothing; fastens with a snapping sound; a sudden breaking

snore

the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound; the rattling noise produced when snoring; breathe noisily during one's sleep

sponsorship

the act of sponsoring (either officially or financially)

inauguration

the act of starting a new operation or practice; the ceremonial induction into a position

feeding

the act of supplying food and nourishment; the act of consuming food

ventilation

the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air; a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air; the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation

recapture

the act of taking something back; a legal seizure by the government of profits beyond a fixed amount; capture again

tickle

the act of tickling; a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking; touch or stroke lightly

annoyance

the act of troubling or annoying someone; something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness; anger produced by some annoying irritation

shampoo

the act of washing your hair with shampoo; cleansing agent consisting of soaps or detergents used for washing the hair; use shampoo on (hair)

wiggle

the act of wiggling; move to and fro

squirm

the act of wiggling; to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

alienation

the action of alienating; the action of causing to become unfriendly; (law) the voluntary and absolute transfer of title and possession of real property from one person to another; the feeling of being alienated from other people

inscription

the activity of inscribing (especially carving or engraving) letters or words; letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something; a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something

notation

the activity of representing something by a special system of marks or characters; a technical system of symbols used to represent special things; a comment or instruction (usually added)

handwriting

the activity of writing by hand; something written by hand

socialization

the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture; the act of meeting for social purposes; the action of establishing on a socialist basis

fairway

the area between the tee and putting green where the grass is cut short; a tract of ground free of obstacles to movement; the usual course taken by vessels through a harbor or coastal waters

waterfront

the area of a city (such as a harbor or dockyard) alongside a body of water

auditorium

the area of a theater or concert hall where the audience sits

aerospace

the atmosphere and outer space considered as a whole

accessibility

the attribute of being easy to meet or deal with; the quality of being at hand when needed

euro

the basic monetary unit of most members of the European Union (introduced in 1999); in 2002 twelve European nations (Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Austria, Finland) adopted the euro as their basic unit of money and abandoned their traditional currencies

yen

the basic unit of money in Japan; equal to 100 sen; a yearning for something or to do something; have a desire for something or someone who is not present

biotechnology

the branch of engineering science in which biological science is used to study the relation between workers and their environments; the branch of molecular biology that studies the use of microorganisms to perform specific industrial processes

pathology

the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases; any deviation from a healthy or normal condition

psychiatry

the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders

optics

the branch of physics that studies the physical properties of light

candidacy

the campaign of a candidate to be elected

breadth

the capacity to understand a broad range of topics; the extent of something from side to side

crib

the cards discarded by players at cribbage; baby bed with high sides made of slats; a bin or granary for storing grains

fed

the central bank of the United States; incorporates 12 Federal Reserve branch banks and all national banks and state charted commercial banks and some trust companies; any federal law-enforcement officer

heartland

the central region of a country or continent; especially a region that is important to a country or to a culture

gobble

the characteristic sound made by a turkey cock; make a gurgling sound, characteristic of turkeys; eat hastily without proper chewing

warden

the chief official in charge of a prison

savvy

the cognitive condition of someone who understands; get the meaning of something

finale

the concluding part of any performance; the closing section of a musical composition; the temporal end; the concluding time

challenger

the contestant you hope to defeat

poll

the counting of votes (as in an election); a tame parrot; the part of the head between the ears

carcass

the dead body of an animal especially one slaughtered and dressed for food

climax

the decisive moment in a novel or play; arrangement of clauses in ascending order of forcefulness; the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding

sailing

the departure of a vessel from a port; riding in a sailboat; the activity of flying a glider

lineage

the descendants of one individual; inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline; a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted

individualism

the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs; a belief in the importance of the individual and the virtue of self-reliance and personal independence; the quality of being individual

hegemony

the dominance or leadership of one social group or nation over others

marrow

the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones; large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins; very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones

intimidation

the feeling of being intimidated; being made to feel afraid or timid; the feeling of discouragement in the face of someone's superior fame or wealth or status etc.; the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something

amazement

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

shortstop

the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base; (baseball) the person who plays the shortstop position

livelihood

the financial means whereby one lives

pollen

the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant

buttocks

the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on

hoof

the foot of an ungulate mammal; the horny covering of the end of the foot in ungulate mammals; dance in a professional capacity

police

the force of policemen and officers; maintain the security of by carrying out a control

amnesty

the formal act of liberating someone; a period during which offenders are exempt from punishment; a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense

proclamation

the formal act of proclaiming; giving public notice; a formal public statement

warhead

the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents

storefront

the front side of a store facing the street; usually contains display windows

barrage

the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target; the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written); address with continuously or persistently, as if with a barrage

chatter

the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys); the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine; noisy talk

stepfather

the husband of your mother by a subsequent marriage

larva

the immature free-living form of most invertebrates and amphibians and fish which at hatching from the egg is fundamentally unlike its parent and must metamorphose

taxation

the imposition of taxes; the practice of the government in levying taxes on the subjects of a state; government income due to taxation; charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government

motherhood

the kinship relation between an offspring and the mother

foreclosure

the legal proceedings initiated by a creditor to repossess the collateral for loan that is in default

radius

the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere; the outer and slightly shorter of the two bones of the human forearm; a circular region whose area is indicated by the length of its radius

restricted

the lowest level of official classification for documents; restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man'); subject to restriction or subjected to restriction

differentiation

the mathematical process of obtaining the derivative of a function; a discrimination between things as different and distinct; (biology) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function

preoccupation

the mental state of being preoccupied by something; an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention; the act of taking occupancy before someone else does

midday

the middle of the day

orgasm

the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse

Judaism

the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud; Jews collectively who practice a religion based on the Torah and the Talmud

pant

the noise made by a short puff of steam (as from an engine); a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open; (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately

plumbing

the occupation of a plumber (installing and repairing pipes and fixtures for water or gas or sewage in a building); utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of sewage; measuring the depths of the oceans

overflow

the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity; a large flow; flow or run over (a limit or brim)

inner city

the older and more populated and (usually) poorer central section of a city

straddle

the option to buy or sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date; consists of an equal number of put and call options; the act of sitting or standing astride; a gymnastic exercise performed with a leg on either side of the parallel bars

metabolism

the organic processes (in a cell or organism) that are necessary for life; the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals

manufacture

the organized action of making of goods and services for sale; the act of making something (a product) from raw materials; put together out of components or parts

coastline

the outline of a coast

skyline

the outline of objects seen against the sky; the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

periphery

the outside boundary or surface of something

forefront

the part in the front or nearest the viewer; the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field

crown

the part of a hat (the vertex) that covers the crown of the head; an ornamental jewelled headdress signifying sovereignty; a wreath or garland worn on the head to signify victory

backbone

the part of a network that connects other networks together; fortitude and determination; the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved

refrain

the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers; resist doing something; choose not to consume

bowel

the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus

calling

the particular occupation for which you are trained

vocation

the particular occupation for which you are trained; a body of people doing the same kind of work

resilience

the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit; an occurrence of rebounding or springing back

internship

the position of a medical intern

lineman

the position of a player on a football team who is stationed on the line of scrimmage; one of the players on the line of scrimmage; the surveyor who marks positions with a range pole

residency

the position of physician who is receiving special training in a hospital (usually after completing an internship); the act of dwelling in a place

symbolism

the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning; a system of symbols and symbolic representations; an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images

pluralism

the practice of one person holding more than one benefice at a time; the doctrine that reality consists of several basic substances or elements; a social organization in which diversity of racial or religious or ethnic or cultural groups is tolerated

quotation

the practice of quoting from books or plays etc.; a passage or expression that is quoted or cited; a statement of the current market price of a security or commodity

vigil

the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival); a period of sleeplessness; a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe

locale

the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)

hygiene

the science concerned with the prevention of illness and maintenance of health; a condition promoting sanitary practices

forestry

the science of planting and caring for forests and the management of growing timber

locus

the set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions; the specific site of a particular gene on its chromosome; the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)

doorstep

the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway

audio

the sound elements of television; an audible acoustic wave frequency; the audible part of a transmitted signal

muse

the source of an artist's inspiration; in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science; reflect deeply on a subject

racing

the sport of engaging in contests of speed

blindness

the state of being blind or lacking sight

discredit

the state of being held in low esteem; cause to be distrusted or disbelieved; damage the reputation of

captivity

the state of being imprisoned; the state of being a slave

utilization

the state of having been made use of; the act of using

donkey

the symbol of the Democratic Party; introduced in cartoons by Thomas Nast in 1874; domestic beast of burden descended from the African wild ass; patient but stubborn

dismissal

the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart); permission to go; the sending away of someone; official notice that you have been fired from your job

diocese

the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop

problem solving

the thought processes involved in solving a problem; the area of cognitive psychology that studies the processes involved in solving problems

nighttime

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

menopause

the time in a woman's life in which the menstrual cycle ends

bedtime

the time you go to bed

biomass

the total mass of living matter in a given unit area; plant materials and animal waste used as fuel

distrust

the trait of not trusting others; doubt about someone's honesty; regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in

mailing

the transmission of a letter; mail sent by a sender at one time

dialect

the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people

vista

the visual percept of a region

abandonment

the voluntary surrender of property (or a right to property) without attempting to reclaim it or give it away; the act of giving something up; withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility

hardwood

the wood of broad-leaved dicotyledonous trees (as distinguished from the wood of conifers)

washing

the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water); garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering

logging

the work of cutting down trees for timber

wiring

the work of installing the wires for an electrical system or device; a circuit of wires for the distribution of electricity

life

threatening - causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm

twenty

three - being three more than twenty; the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-two and one

globally

throughout the world

juggle

throwing and catching several objects simultaneously; the act of rearranging things to give a misleading impression; hold with difficulty and balance insecurely

heave

throwing something heavy (with great effort); an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting; the act of lifting something with great effort

terrified

thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation

intrude

thrust oneself in as if by force; enter uninvited; search or inquire in a meddlesome way

moss

tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants

faintly

to a faint degree or weakly perceived

notoriously

to a notorious degree

remotely

to a remote degree; in a remote manner

immensely

to an exceedingly great extent or degree

exceedingly

to an extreme degree or extent

hypothesize

to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds

overstate

to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

apiece

to or from every one of two or more (considered individually)

kinda

to some (great or small) extent

insofar

to the degree or extent that

improbable

too improbable to admit of belief; not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred; having a probability too low to inspire belief

microscopic

too small to be seen except under a microscope; extremely precise with great attention to details; of or relating to or used in microscopy

ashore

towards the shore from the water

weather

towards the side exposed to wind; the meteorological conditions: temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation; change under the action or influence of the weather

discipline

training to improve strength or self-control; the act of punishing; the trait of being well behaved

traverse

travel across; taking a zigzag path on skis; a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it

ascend

travel up, "We ascended the mountain"; slope upwards; go along towards (a river's) source

braid

trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains; a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair; form or weave into a braid or braids

suffering

troubled by pain or loss; very unhappy; full of misery; feelings of mental or physical pain

fend

try to manage without help; withstand the force of something

deflect

turn aside and away from an initial or intended course; turn from a straight course , fixed direction, or line of interest; impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

twenty

two - being two more than twenty; a .22 caliber firearm (pistol or rifle); the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-one and one

rot

unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements); (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action; a state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor

timeless

unaffected by time

indispensable

unavoidable; not to be dispensed with; essential; absolutely necessary; vitally necessary

contingent

uncertain because of uncontrollable circumstances; determined by conditions or circumstances not yet established; possible but not certain to occur

ambivalent

uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow

same

unchanged in character or nature; closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree; same in identity

strained

under great stress; struggling for effect; lacking spontaneity; not natural

ordinarily

under normal conditions

provisional

under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon

revert

undergo reversion, as in a mutation; go back to a previous state

downplay

understate the importance or quality of; represent as less significant or important

nostalgic

unhappy at being away and longing for familiar things or persons

solid

uninterrupted in space; having no gaps or breaks; incapable of being seen through; having three dimensions

misfortune

unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event; an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes

needless

unnecessary and unwarranted

vain

unproductive of success; characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

pride

unreasonable and inordinate self-esteem (personified as one of the deadly sins); the trait of being spurred on by a dislike of falling below your standards; a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

mortal

unrelenting and deadly; subject to death; causing or capable of causing death

revel

unrestrained merrymaking; celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities; take delight in

sharing

unselfishly willing to share with others; sharing equally with another or others; a distribution in shares

turbulence

unstable flow of a liquid or gas; a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally); instability in the atmosphere

brilliance

unusual mental ability; the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand; great brightness

cover

up - concealment that attempts to prevent something scandalous from becoming public

warm

up - exercising in preparation for strenuous activity

driven

urged or forced to action through moral pressure; compelled forcibly by an outside agency; strongly motivated to succeed

evade

use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid; practice evasion; avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

deplete

use up (resources or materials)

expend

use up, consume fully; pay out

damn

used as expletives; expletives used informally as intensifiers; extremely

rebel

used by Northerners of Confederate soldiers; `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms; a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)

imposing

used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person; impressive in appearance

macho

used of men; markedly masculine in appearance or manner; a male exhibiting or characterized by machismo

elder

used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son; a person who is older than you are; any of various church officers

junior

used of the third or next to final year in United States high school or college; including or intended for youthful persons; younger; lower in rank; shorter in length of tenure or service

booming

used of the voice; very lively and profitable

sparkling

used of wines and waters; charged naturally or artificially with carbon dioxide; shining with brilliant points of light like stars; a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash

anyhow

used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement; in any way whatsoever

tedious

using or containing too many words; so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness

bilingual

using or knowing two languages; a person who speaks two languages fluently

parrot

usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds; a copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated; repeat mindlessly

blurt

utter impulsively

pickle

vegetables (especially cucumbers) preserved in brine or vinegar; informal terms for a difficult situation; preserve in a pickling liquid

brisk

very active; quick and energetic; imparting vitality and energy

alert

very attentive or observant; (usually followed by `to') showing acute awareness; mentally perceptive; not unconscious; especially having become conscious

taking

very attractive; capturing interest; the act of someone who picks up or takes something

close up

very close; refuse to talk or stop talking; fall silent; unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of

welcoming

very cordial

lavish

very generous; characterized by extravagance and profusion; expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns

swell

very good; a crescendo followed by a decrescendo; the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea

drizzle

very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower; moisten with fine drops; rain lightly

cranberry

very tart red berry used for sauce or juice; any of numerous shrubs of genus Vaccinium bearing cranberries

dreadful

very unpleasant; causing fear or dread or terror; exceptionally bad or displeasing

havoc

violent and needless disturbance

greedy

wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume; immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth; (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous

shy

wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things; easily startled or frightened; short

steam

water at boiling temperature diffused in the atmosphere; cook something by letting steam pass over it; clean by means of steaming

rainfall

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

freshwater

water that is not salty

serum

watery fluid of the blood that resembles plasma but contains fibrinogen

one

way - moving or permitting movement in one direction only

two

way - operating or permitting operation in either of two opposite directions; involving two parts or elements; supported by both sides

subside

wear off or die down; sink down or precipitate; sink to a lower level or form a depression

disregard

willful lack of care and attention; lack of attention and due care; give little or no attention to

gritty

willing to face danger; composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency

award

winning - having received awards

flop

with a flopping sound; exactly; the act of throwing yourself down

anxiously

with anxiety or apprehension

enthusiastically

with enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner; in a lavish or enthusiastic manner

squarely

with firmness and conviction; without compromise; firmly and solidly; in a square shape

forcefully

with full force

intimately

with great or especially intimate knowledge; in a close manner

sluggish

with little movement; very slow; slow and apathetic; (of business) not active or brisk

passionately

with passion; in a stormy or violent manner

psychologically

with regard to psychology; in terms of psychology

strategically

with regard to strategy

racially

with respect to race

scientifically

with respect to science; in a scientific way

intently

with strained or eager attention

endlessly

with unflagging resolve; (spatial sense) seeming to have no bounds; continuing forever without end

conceivable

within the bounds of what may be conceived within the framework of nature; capable of being imagined

savage

without civilizing influences; (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering; wild and menacing

implicitly

without ever expressing so clearly; without doubting or questioning

hopelessly

without hope; desperate because there seems no possibility of comfort or success; in a hopeless manner; in a dispirited manner without hope

inadvertently

without knowledge or intention

ruthless

without mercy or pity

unprepared

without preparation; not prepared for

emphatically

without question and beyond doubt

outright

without reservation or exception; without reservation or concealment; without restrictions or stipulations or further payments

hearty

without reservation; consuming abundantly and with gusto; endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health

barefoot

without shoes; without shoes on

reflex

without volition or conscious control; an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus

satire

witty language used to convey insults or scorn

traveling

working for a short time in different places; the act of going from one place to another

freelance

working for yourself; used of soldiers hired by a foreign army; a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them

tattered

worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing; ruined or disrupted

trash

worthless people; an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant; nonsensical talk or writing

exemplary

worthy of imitation; serving to warn; being or serving as an illustration of a type

noted

worthy of notice or attention; widely known and esteemed

noteworthy

worthy of notice; worthy of notice

orchestrate

write an orchestra score for; plan and direct (a complex undertaking)

affidavit

written declaration made under oath; a written statement sworn to be true before someone legally authorized to administer an oath

sincerely

written formula for ending a letter; with sincerity; without pretense

misguided

wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment; poorly conceived or thought out

one

year - completing its life cycle within a year

light

year - the distance that light travels in a vacuum in 1 year; 5.88 trillion miles or 9.46 trillion kilometers

bath

you soak and wash your body in a bathtub; a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it); a town in southwestern England on the River Avon; famous for its hot springs and Roman remains

fledgling

young and inexperienced; (of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers; young bird that has just fledged or become capable of flying

kitten

young domestic cat; have kittens

pup

young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf; an inexperienced young person; birth

seedling

young plant or tree grown from a seed

evidence

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief; an indication that makes something evident; (law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

frost

United States poet famous for his lyrical poems on country life in New England (1874-1963); the formation of frost or ice on a surface; ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)

monologue

a (usually long) dramatic speech by a single actor; a long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation); speech you make to yourself

guru

a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher; a recognized leader in some field or of some movement; each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion

bladder

a bag that fills with air; a distensible membranous sac (usually containing liquid or gas)

hamper

a basket usually with a cover; a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner); prevent the progress or free movement of

shore

a beam or timber that is propped against a structure to provide support; the land along the edge of a body of water; serve as a shore to

berth

a bed on a ship or train; usually in tiers; a job in an organization; a place where a craft can be made fast

decoy

a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot); something used to lure victims into danger; lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy

cider

a beverage made from juice pressed from apples

naturalist

a biologist knowledgeable about natural history (especially botany and zoology); an advocate of the doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms

caffeine

a bitter alkaloid found in coffee and tea that is responsible for their stimulating effects

feud

a bitter quarrel between two parties; carry out a feud

weed

a black band worn by a man (on the arm or hat) as a sign of mourning; any plant that crowds out cultivated plants; street names for marijuana

box

a blow with the hand (usually on the ear); a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid; separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people

zinc

a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs as zinc sulphide in zinc blende; coat or cover with zinc

lagoon

a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral

shoreline

a boundary line between land and water

carton

a box made of cardboard; opens by flaps on top; the quantity contained in a carton

trumpet

a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves; utter in trumpet-like sounds; proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet

lapse

a break or intermission in the occurrence of something; a failure to maintain a higher state; a mistake resulting from inattention

envoy

a brief stanza concluding certain forms of poetry; a diplomat having less authority than an ambassador; someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else

pamphlet

a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet; a small book usually having a paper cover

shard

a broken piece of a brittle artifact

observatory

a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena; a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

school

a building where young people receive education; the process of being formally educated at a school; a large group of fish

tavern

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

dealership

a business established or operated under an authorization to sell or distribute a company's goods or services in a particular area

adrenaline

a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action

neuron

a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses

receptor

a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response; an organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation

alphabet

a character set that includes letters and is used to write a language; the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural)

halo

a circle of light around the sun or moon; an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint; a toroidal shape

ulcer

a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue

broom

a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle; any of various shrubs of the genera Cytisus or Genista or Spartium having long slender branches and racemes of yellow flowers; common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere

chaplain

a clergyman ministering to some institution

shepherd

a clergyman who watches over a group of people; a herder of sheep (on an open range); someone who keeps the sheep together in a flock; tend as a shepherd, as of sheep or goats

plaid

a cloth having a crisscross design

compress

a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever); squeeze or press together; make more compact by or as if by pressing

fume

a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas; be mad, angry, or furious; emit a cloud of fine particles

denim

a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric; (usually plural) close-fitting pants of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear

martini

a cocktail made of gin (or vodka) with dry vermouth

assortment

a collection containing a variety of sorts of things; the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type

anthology

a collection of selected literary passages

hypertension

a common disorder in which blood pressure remains abnormally high (a reading of 140/90 mm Hg or greater)

chlorine

a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)

disdain

a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient; lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; reject with contempt

small town

a community of people smaller than a town

makeover

a complete reconstruction and renovation of something; an overall beauty treatment (involving a person's hair style and cosmetics and clothing) intended to change or improve a person's appearance

electrode

a conductor used to make electrical contact with some part of a circuit

cartel

a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service

finalist

a contestant who reaches the final stages of a competition

row

a continuous chronological succession without an interruption; an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line; a linear array of numbers side by side

tendon

a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment

coaster

a covering (plate or mat) that protects the surface of a table (i.e., from the condensation on a cold glass or bottle); someone who coasts; a resident of a coastal area

misdemeanor

a crime less serious than a felony

gangster

a criminal who is a member of gang

wail

a cry of sorrow and grief; cry weakly or softly; emit long loud cries

rocker

a curved support that permits the supported object to rock to and fro; an ice skate with a curved blade; a trough that can be rocked back and forth; used by gold miners to shake auriferous earth in water in order to separate the gold

buffer

a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact; a power tool used to buff surfaces; (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system

caretaker

a custodian who is hired to take care of something (property or a person); an official who performs the duties of an office temporarily

undercut

a cut made underneath to remove material; a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall; the material removed by a cut made underneath

cutter

a cutting implement; a tool for cutting; a sailing vessel with a single mast set further back than the mast of a sloop; someone whose work is cutting (as e.g. cutting cloth for garments)

cynicism

a cynical feeling of distrust

statistic

a datum that can be represented numerically

snag

a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest; a sharp protuberance; an unforeseen obstacle

wallpaper

a decorative paper for the walls of rooms; cover with wallpaper

accused

a defendant in a criminal proceeding

cornerback

a defensive football player stationed outside the linebackers

defiance

a defiant act; intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude; a hostile challenge

caliber

a degree or grade of excellence or worth; diameter of a tube or gun barrel

gadget

a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

imprint

a device produced by pressure on a surface; a distinctive influence; an impression produced by pressure or printing

stunt

a difficult or unusual or dangerous feat; usually done to gain attention; a creature (especially a whale) that has been prevented from attaining full growth; perform a stunt or stunts

anthrax

a disease of humans that is not communicable; caused by infection with Bacillus anthracis followed by septicemia; a highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people

humility

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride; a humble feeling

temper

a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger; the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking; a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

goodwill

a disposition to kindness and compassion; the friendly hope that something will succeed; (accounting) an intangible asset valued according to the advantage or reputation a business has acquired (over and above its tangible assets)

streak

a distinctive characteristic; a sudden flash (as of lightning); an unbroken series of events

slum

a district of a city marked by poverty and inferior living conditions; visit slums for entertainment or out of curiosity

scroll

a document that can be rolled up (as for storage); a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals); move through text or graphics in order to display parts that do not fit on the screen

watchdog

a dog trained to guard property; a guardian or defender against theft or illegal practices or waste

bubble

a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic; an impracticable and illusory idea; a hollow globule of gas (e.g., air or carbon dioxide)

frown

a facial expression of dislike or displeasure; look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval

ballpark

a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games); near to the scope or range of something

vineyard

a farm of grapevines where wine grapes are produced

zipper

a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab; close with a zipper

zip

a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab; forceful exertion; a code of letters and digits added to a postal address to aid in the sorting of mail

motto

a favorite saying of a sect or political group

plume

a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament; the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds; form a plume

remorse

a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

gloom

a feeling of melancholy apprehension; a state of partial or total darkness; an atmosphere of depression and melancholy

unrest

a feeling of restless agitation; a state of agitation or turbulent change or development

oasis

a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface); a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary

asbestos

a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer

outfielder

a fielder in cricket who is stationed in the outfield; (baseball) a person who plays in the outfield

handgun

a firearm that is held and fired with one hand

barge

a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals); transport by barge on a body of water; push one's way

nipple

a flexible cap on a baby's feeding bottle or pacifier; the small projection of a mammary gland

Presbyterian

a follower of Calvinism as taught in the Presbyterian Church

hiker

a foot traveler; someone who goes on an extended walk (for pleasure)

miss

a form of address for an unmarried woman; a failure to hit (or meet or find etc); a young woman

boot

a form of foot torture in which the feet are encased in iron and slowly crushed; footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg; British term for the luggage compartment in a car

tyranny

a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.); dominance through threat of punishment and violence

picket

a form of military punishment used by the British in the late 17th century in which a soldier was forced to stand on one foot on a pointed stake; a wooden strip forming part of a fence; a vehicle performing sentinel duty

gin

a form of rummy in which a player can go out if the cards remaining in their hand total less than 10 points; strong liquor flavored with juniper berries; a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers

prom

a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year

sacrament

a formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace on those who receive it; the two Protestant ceremonies are baptism and the Lord's Supper; in the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church there are seven traditional rites accepted as instituted by Jesus: baptism and confirmation and Holy Eucharist and penance and holy orders and matrimony and extreme unction

waiver

a formal written statement of relinquishment

fortress

a fortified defensive structure

scam

a fraudulent business scheme; deprive of by deceit

ally

a friendly nation; an associate who provides assistance; become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage

gala

a gay festivity

genus

a general kind of something; (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more species

cloning

a general term for the research activity that creates a copy of some biological entity (a gene or organism or cell)

shrug

a gesture involving the shoulders; raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation

Pentagon

a government building with five sides that serves as the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense; the United States military establishment; a five-sided polygon

wane

a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number); decrease in phase; become smaller

portal

a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically); a short vein that carries blood into the liver; a site that the owner positions as an entrance to other sites on the internet

herd

a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans; a group of wild mammals of one species that remain together: antelope or elephants or seals or whales or zebra; a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things

clone

a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction; an unauthorized copy or imitation; a person who is almost identical to another

swarm

a group of many insects; a moving crowd; move in large numbers

scissors

a gymnastic exercise performed on the pommel horse when the gymnast moves his legs as the blades of scissors move; a wrestling hold in which you wrap your legs around the opponents body or head and put your feet together and squeeze; and edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades

barber

a hairdresser who cuts hair and shaves beards as a trade; United States composer (1910-1981); perform the services of a barber: cut the hair and/or beard of

wrench

a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt; a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments; a jerky pulling movement

cellphone

a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver

grit

a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone; fortitude and determination; clench together

blur

a hazy or indistinct representation; become vague or indistinct; make dim or indistinct

pharmacist

a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs

thump

a heavy blow with the hand; a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects); hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument

platinum

a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits

cache

a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons); (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics; a secret store of valuables or money

flute

a high-pitched woodwind instrument; a slender tube closed at one end with finger holes on one end and an opening near the closed end across which the breath is blown; a groove or furrow in cloth etc (particularly a shallow concave groove on the shaft of a column); a tall narrow wineglass

shutter

a hinged blind for a window; a mechanical device on a camera that opens and closes to control the time of a photographic exposure; close with shutters

chuck

a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill; the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade; informal terms for a meal

womb

a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus

jihad

a holy struggle or striving by a Muslim for a moral or spiritual or political goal; a holy war waged by Muslims against infidels

showdown

a hostile disagreement face-to-face

treadmill

a job involving drudgery and confinement; a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps; an exercise device consisting of an endless belt on which a person can walk or jog without changing place

knuckle

a joint of a finger when the fist is closed; shoot a marble while keeping one's knuckles on the ground; press or rub with the knuckles

hinge

a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other; a circumstance upon which subsequent events depend; attach with a hinge

affirmation

a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand; (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds); the act of affirming or asserting or stating something

estimation

a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody; an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth; the respect with which a person is held

presumption

a kind of discourtesy in the form of an act of presuming; audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to; (law) an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved or admitted or judicially noticed

nest

a kind of gun emplacement; furniture pieces made to fit close together; a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

mixer

a kitchen utensil that is used for mixing foods; electronic equipment that mixes two or more input signals to give a single output signal; club soda or fruit juice used to mix with alcohol

plywood

a laminate made of thin layers of wood

jug

a large bottle with a narrow mouth; the quantity contained in a jug; stew in an earthenware jug

shear

a large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it; (physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves; cut with shears

foyer

a large entrance or reception room or area

iceberg

a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier; lettuce with crisp tightly packed light-green leaves in a firm head

peninsula

a large mass of land projecting into a body of water

legion

a large military unit; association of ex-servicemen; a vast multitude

flurry

a light brief snowfall and gust of wind (or something resembling that); a rapid active commotion; move in an agitated or confused manner

underline

a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter); draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to; give extra weight to (a communication)

heading

a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about; a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine; the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies

checklist

a list of items (names or tasks etc.) to be checked or consulted

mow

a loft in a barn where hay is stored; cut with a blade or mower; make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip

scorer

a logger who marks trees to be felled; a player who makes a score in a game or contest; an official who records the score during the progress of a game

trudge

a long difficult walk; walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud

rake

a long-handled tool with a row of teeth at its head; used to move leaves or loosen soil; a dissolute man in fashionable society; degree of deviation from a horizontal plane

wrapper

a loose dressing gown for women; cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person; the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped

blare

a loud harsh or strident noise; make a strident sound; make a loud noise

lad

a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy); a boy or man

statesman

a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs

patriarch

a man who is older and higher in rank than yourself; any of the early biblical characters regarded as fathers of the human race; the male head of family or tribe

courtship

a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage)

override

a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device; the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something; ride (a horse) too hard

chart

a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea; a visual display of information; plan in detail

scar

a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue; an indication of damage; mark with a scar

idol

a material effigy that is worshipped; someone who is adored blindly and excessively; an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept

banquet

a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed; a ceremonial dinner party for many people; partake in a feast or banquet

grab

a mechanical device for gripping an object; the act of catching an object with the hands; capture the attention or imagination of

syringe

a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids; spray or irrigate (a body part) with a syringe

remedy

a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain; act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil; provide relief for

parishioner

a member of a parish

mogul

a member of the Muslim dynasty that ruled India until 1857; a bump on a ski slope; a very wealthy or powerful businessman

info

a message received and understood

coin

a metal piece (usually a disc) used as money; make up; form by stamping, punching, or printing

kettle

a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid; a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it; the quantity a kettle will hold

centimeter

a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter

luncheon

a midday meal

outpost

a military post stationed at a distance from the main body of troops; a settlement on the frontier of civilization; a station in a remote or sparsely populated location

platoon

a military unit that is a subdivision of a company; usually has a headquarters and two or more squads; usually commanded by a lieutenant; a team of policemen working under the military platoon system; a group of persons who are engaged in a common activity

microbe

a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use

backfire

a miscalculation that recoils on its maker; a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path; a loud noise made by the explosion of fuel in the manifold or exhaust of an internal combustion engine

seeker

a missile equipped with a device that is attracted toward some kind of emission (heat or light or sound or radio waves); someone making a search or inquiry

omission

a mistake resulting from neglect; neglecting to do something; leaving out or passing over something; any process whereby sounds are left out of spoken words or phrases

puddle

a mixture of wet clay and sand that can be used to line a pond and that is impervious to water when dry; something resembling a pool of liquid; a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid

template

a model or standard for making comparisons

assassin

a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a treacherous surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed; a member of a secret order of Muslims (founded in the 12th century) who terrorized and killed Christian Crusaders

duo

a musical composition for two performers; a pair who associate with one another; two performers or singers who perform together

guitarist

a musician who plays the guitar

ballad

a narrative poem of popular origin; a narrative song with a recurrent refrain

rift

a narrow fissure in rock; a gap between cloud masses; a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions)

Finn

a native or inhabitant of Finland

Spaniard

a native or inhabitant of Spain

affinity

a natural attraction or feeling of kinship; inherent resemblance between persons or things; the force attracting atoms to each other and binding them together in a molecule

polymer

a naturally occurring or synthetic compound consisting of large molecules made up of a linked series of repeated simple monomers

waterway

a navigable body of water; a conduit through which water flows

mediator

a negotiator who acts as a link between parties

cadre

a nucleus of military personnel capable of expansion; a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement

sight

a optical instrument for aiding the eye in aiming, as on a firearm or surveying instrument; the range of vision; the ability to see; the visual faculty

bundle

a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing; a collection of things wrapped or boxed together; a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit)

rectangle

a parallelogram with four right angles

thermometer

measuring instrument for measuring temperature

sublime

lifted up or set high; inspiring awe; of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

hoist

lifting device for raising heavy or cumbersome objects; raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help; raise

fluffy

like down or as soft as down

dissipate

live a life or pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption; spend frivolously and unwisely; move away from each other

short

lived - lasting a very short time

back

located at or near the back of an animal; related to or located at the back; of an earlier date

after

located farther aft; behind or in the rear; happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

side

located on a side; an extended outer surface of an object; either the left or right half of a body

pew

long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation

despise

look down on with disdain

good

looking - pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

paralysis

loss of the ability to move a body part

slipper

low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors; a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction

peel

the rind of a fruit or vegetable; British politician (1788-1850); the tissue forming the hard outer layer (of e.g. a fruit)

subordinate

lower in rank or importance; subject or submissive to authority or the control of another; (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence

man

made - not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially

handmade

made by hand or a hand process

majestic

majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters; having or displaying great dignity or nobility; belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler

amuse

make (somebody) laugh; occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion

subtract

make a subtraction

etch

make an etching of

neutralize

make chemically neutral; make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of; make incapable of military action

pollute

make impure

legalize

make legal

mitigate

make less severe or harsh; lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of

publicize

make public; call attention to

stiffen

make stiff or stiffer; become stiff or stiffer; restrict

fabricate

make up something artificial or untrue; put together out of components or parts

aggravate

make worse; exasperate or irritate

sanitation

making something sanitary (free of germs) as by sterilizing; the state of being clean and conducive to health

jack

male donkey; any of several fast-swimming predacious fishes of tropical to warm temperate seas; tool for exerting pressure or lifting

perverse

marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict; marked by immorality; deviating from what is considered right or proper or good; resistant to guidance or discipline

invasive

marked by a tendency to spread especially into healthy tissue; relating to a technique in which the body is entered by puncture or incision; gradually intrusive without right or permission

flip

marked by casual disrespect; a dive in which the diver somersaults before entering the water; the act of flipping a coin

poisonous

marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful; not safe to eat; having the qualities or effects of a poison

disadvantaged

marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences

fanatic

marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea; a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause)

hysterical

marked by excessive or uncontrollable emotion; characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria

close

marked by fidelity to an original; rigorously attentive; strict and thorough; at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

tidy

marked by good order and cleanliness in appearance or habits; large in amount or extent or degree; (of hair) neat and tidy

hilarious

marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter

smoky

marked by or emitting or filled with smoke; tasting of smoke

ceremonial

marked by pomp or ceremony or formality; a formal event performed on a special occasion

sly

marked by skill in deception

oppressive

marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior; weighing heavily on the senses or spirit

wrinkled

marked by wrinkles; marked with wrinkles or furrows; (of linens or clothes) not ironed

stained

marked or dyed or discolored with foreign matter; having a coating of stain or varnish; especially of reputation

handicapped

markedly unable to function as a consequence of injury or illness; people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped

revere

American silversmith remembered for his midnight ride (celebrated in a poem by Longfellow) to warn the colonists in Lexington and Concord that British troops were coming (1735-1818); a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side; love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

snow

English writer of novels about moral dilemmas in academe (1905-1980); precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals; a layer of snowflakes (white crystals of frozen water) covering the ground

prolong

lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer; lengthen or extend in duration or space

scant

less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so; limit in quality or quantity; supply sparingly and with restricted quantities

ivy

Old World vine with lobed evergreen leaves and black berrylike fruits

CD

ROM - a compact disk that is used with a computer (rather than with an audio system); a large amount of digital information can be stored and accessed but it cannot be altered by the user

erratic

liable to sudden unpredictable change; likely to perform unpredictably; having no fixed course

ensue

issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

rejoin

join again; answer back

connected

joined or linked together; plugged in; wired together to an alarm system

sewing

joining or attaching by stitches; needlework on which you are working with needle and thread

objectivity

judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices

poignant

keenly distressing to the mind or feelings; arousing affect

eradicate

kill in large numbers; destroy completely, as if down to the roots

intellect

knowledge and intellectual ability; the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination; a person who uses the mind creatively

lore

knowledge gained through tradition or anecdote

prophecy

knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source); a prediction uttered under divine inspiration

best

known - most familiar or renowned

called

known or spoken of as; given or having a specified name

hesitant

lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly; acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence

broke

lacking funds

bare

lacking in amplitude or quantity; completely unclothed; having everything extraneous removed including contents

dim

lacking in light; not bright or harsh; lacking clarity or distinctness; made dim or less bright

shadowy

lacking in substance; filled with shade; lacking clarity or distinctness

worthless

lacking in usefulness or value; morally reprehensible

sloppy

lacking neatness or order; wet or smeared with a spilled liquid or moist material; marked by great carelessness

powerless

lacking power

inexperienced

lacking practical experience or training

insecure

lacking self-confidence or assurance; lacking in security or safety; not firm or firmly fixed; likely to fail or give way

bland

lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting; lacking taste or flavor or tang; smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication

arid

lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless; lacking sufficient water or rainfall

ridicule

language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate; the act of deriding or treating with contempt; subject to laughter or ridicule

casserole

large deep dish in which food can be cooked and served; food cooked and served in a casserole

skate

large edible rays having a long snout and thick tail with pectoral fins continuous with the head; swim by undulating the edges of the pectoral fins; sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate actions of the legs; move along on skates

limo

large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur

limousine

large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur

mango

large oval tropical fruit having smooth skin, juicy aromatic pulp, and a large hairy seed; large evergreen tropical tree cultivated for its large oval fruit

ballroom

large room used mainly for dancing

pineapple

large sweet fleshy tropical fruit with a terminal tuft of stiff leaves; widely cultivated; a tropical American plant bearing a large fleshy edible fruit with a terminal tuft of stiff leaves; widely cultivated in the tropics

crocodile

large voracious aquatic reptile having a long snout with massive jaws and sharp teeth and a body covered with bony plates; of sluggish tropical waters

oversized

larger than normal for its kind

gorilla

largest anthropoid ape; terrestrial and vegetarian; of forests of central west Africa

fleeting

lasting for a markedly brief time

ascertain

learn or discover with certainty; be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something; establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

emigrate

leave one's country of residence for a new one

outgoing

leaving a place or a position; at ease in talking to others

distance

the property created by the space between two objects or points; size of the gap between two places; indifference by personal withdrawal

shortfall

the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required

longevity

the property of being long-lived; duration of service

sustainability

the property of being sustainable

overlap

the property of partial coincidence in time; a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena; a flap that lies over another part

sweetness

the property of tasting as if it contains sugar; the quality of giving pleasure; a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

greatness

the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence; unusual largeness in size or extent or number

irritation

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed; (pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation; the act of troubling or annoying someone

fatality

the quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters; a death resulting from an accident or a disaster

shine

the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light; be clear and obvious; be distinguished or eminent

divinity

the quality of being divine; white creamy fudge made with egg whites; the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth

inconsistency

the quality of being inconsistent and lacking a harmonious uniformity among things or parts; the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time

individuality

the quality of being individual; the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity

usefulness

the quality of being of practical use

orthodoxy

the quality of being orthodox (especially in religion); a belief or orientation agreeing with conventional standards

decency

the quality of being polite and respectable; the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality

vanity

the quality of being valueless or futile; low table with mirror or mirrors where one sits while dressing or applying makeup; the trait of being unduly vain and conceited

refinement

the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste; the result of improving something; a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

proficiency

the quality of having great facility and competence; skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity

inconvenience

the quality of not being useful or convenient; an inconvenient discomfort; a difficulty that causes anxiety

glisten

the quality of shining with a bright reflected light; be shiny, as if wet

blackness

the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white); total absence of light

fallout

the radioactive particles that settle to the ground after a nuclear explosion; any adverse and unwanted secondary effect

voltage