| analyze |
to separate into parts for close study; examine and explain. |
| balmy |
soft, mild, and soothing. |
| collective |
of or relating to a group that is composed of individuals but is considered together. |
| concede |
to admit the truth or justice of. |
| decoy |
something used to attract animals or people into danger. Wooden decoys in the shape of birds or animals are often used by hunters to lead animals into a trap. |
| dominate |
to control by the use of power; rule. |
| experimental |
having to do with testing or experiments. |
| exult |
to rejoice greatly, especially over some triumph. |
| herald |
a person who conveys or announces official news; messenger. |
| informal |
relaxed in style or feeling; casual. |
| recruit |
a soldier who has just joined or been drafted into the armed forces. |
| threshold |
the point when something starts to happen. |
| tolerant |
willing to accept or respect what is different in others, especially their beliefs and customs. |
| uncertain |
not known for sure; not definite. |
| wrath |
fierce anger. |