| claim |
to state as true. |
| discovery |
the act of finding or seeing something before anyone else. |
| dishonor |
loss of honor or reputation. |
| express |
to make known (ideas, thoughts, or feelings). |
| mingle |
to come together or join with other people. |
| modern |
having to do with the present or current times. |
| patio |
a paved area next to a house that is used for dining or relaxing outdoors. |
| practically |
almost; nearly. |
| professional |
a person who has or shows skill in a particular field, especially one who is paid for work in this field. |
| quake |
to tremble, shake, or shiver. |
| rare1 |
not often found or seen; not common. |
| robe |
a long, loose gown worn at certain ceremonies. |
| shorten |
to make shorter. |
| stuffy |
not having enough fresh air. |
| wherever |
where. |