| abhor |
to regard with intense loathing or horror; detest. |
| characteristic |
something that makes a person or thing different from others. |
| confidence |
a sense of trust or faith in a person or thing, or in oneself. |
| contour |
the outline of a figure or surface; shape. |
| grimy |
covered or filled with dirt or soil; extremely dirty. |
| humane |
showing kindness or mercy. |
| insulate |
to cover, line, or surround with a material that reduces or stops the movement of heat, electricity, or sound. |
| mobile |
able to move or be moved easily from one place or position to another. |
| prestigious |
highly esteemed. |
| quay |
a pier, wharf, or other landing place for loading and unloading boats or ships. |
| self-deprecation |
the act of belittling or disparaging oneself. |
| snub |
to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt. |
| technician |
a person whose work requires special skills. |
| tuition |
the charge for being taught at a college or private school. |
| turmoil |
a state of great confusion or anxiety; commotion. |