| equation |
a statement in arithmetic that uses an equal sign to show the equality of two quantities. |
| fate |
the power that is often believed to decide what will happen in human life or history. |
| fatten |
to make fat. |
| lag |
to fall behind an expected pace. |
| launch1 |
the act of putting into motion with force. |
| monopolize |
to get or keep sole control of; have for oneself alone; take over. |
| persecute |
to continually treat in a cruel or harsh way because of race, religion, political ideas, or some other difference. |
| pollute |
to make dirty or harmful to health by mixing in or adding waste material. |
| realize |
to understand completely. |
| self-esteem |
confidence or pride in oneself; self-respect. |
| sharp |
having a thin edge or a fine point. |
| solemn |
serious in appearance, sound, or mood. |
| therefore |
for that reason; as a result. |
| tissue |
a group of cells in an animal or plant body that are like each other and do similar things. |
| widen |
to make or become broader. |