| approximation |
an estimate; guess. |
| asset |
something useful or valuable. |
| bureau |
a chest of drawers. |
| component |
a part of something. |
| intercept |
to stop or take hold of; interrupt the movement or progress of. |
| involvement |
the state of having a role in or interest in. |
| justification |
something that explains, rationalizes, or defends. |
| lurid |
sensational; shocking or dramatic. |
| paternal |
having to do with or typical of a father. |
| plaintiff |
one who initiates a lawsuit against another. (Cf. defendant.) |
| plumb |
to examine closely. |
| reassure |
to make less worried; give back confidence to. |
| rebellious |
unwilling to accept one's situation or submit to the will of others. |
| scrutiny |
a close and careful inspection. |
| tempo |
the speed at which a musical piece is to be played. |