| distort |
to twist out of shape; change the way a thing looks or acts. |
| divert |
to turn aside or away from something. |
| dormant |
asleep, or in a state of rest that is similar to sleep. |
| format |
the way in which something is arranged or organized. |
| gall1 |
impudence; nerve. |
| maneuver |
to move to a desired position or goal using strategy or skill. |
| martyr |
a person who suffers or is killed for defending some belief or cause. |
| measly |
(informal) ridiculously inadequate or unsatisfactory; paltry. |
| parental |
of or relating to the role of a mother or father. |
| psychology |
the study or science of the mind and of the ways that people feel and act. |
| reference |
the act or fact of mentioning. |
| sham |
an imitation that is passed as genuine; counterfeit. |
| subdue |
to overcome or conquer, as by military victory. |
| traction |
the grip or holding power of a body moving on a surface. |
| utilize |
to put to a particular use; use. |