| agitate |
to cause to move in a quick, tumbling motion or with force; shake. |
| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| ballast |
heavy material placed in a boat or ship to make it more stable. |
| beforehand |
ahead of time; at an earlier time. |
| hazard |
danger or risk. |
| heckler |
one who disrupts a performance or public address with annoying remarks or questions. |
| inexpensive |
low or moderate in cost. |
| insomnia |
difficulty in getting to sleep. |
| insulate |
to cover, line, or surround with a material that reduces or stops the movement of heat, electricity, or sound. |
| irritate |
to anger or bother. |
| objective |
a goal or purpose that a person works to achieve; aim. |
| portray |
to make a picture of in images or words. |
| quote |
to repeat a passage or information from. |
| regal |
of, pertaining to, or suitable for royalty; royal. |
| secondary |
not first in importance or value; less important. |