| abdomen |
the part of the body between the chest and the hips. The abdomen contains the stomach, intestines, and liver. |
| abrupt |
sudden and not expected. |
| acronym |
a word formed by putting together the first letters or parts of a series of words in a longer phrase. |
| aspire |
to want strongly; have as an aim (usually followed by to or after). |
| cascade |
to fall from one level to the next; flow down like a waterfall. |
| cease |
to stop or come to an end. |
| compensate |
to pay or repay. |
| diagnosis |
the act or process of finding out the nature of an illness or injury by examining its signs and symptoms. |
| dynasty |
a series of rulers from the same family or group. |
| genealogy |
a chart or record showing the ancestors and lines of hereditary descent of a person or group; family tree. |
| insure |
to guarantee against loss or harm with an insurance policy. |
| long-term |
covering an extended period of time. |
| maximize |
to increase or enlarge as much as possible. |
| profile |
an outline or view of something from the side. |
| uproar |
a loud, confused disturbance; commotion. |