| acknowledge |
to admit the truth or existence of. |
| analysis |
a careful study of the parts of something in order to understand more about the whole. |
| ballad |
a poem or song that tells a story. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| competent |
having the skill to do something; capable. |
| cooperative |
willing to work together or cooperate. |
| inquiry |
a question or request for information. |
| nourish |
to supply with food needed for life and growth. |
| radiant |
sending out heat or rays of light; shining brightly. |
| ration |
a fixed share or portion. |
| shrewd |
clever and careful. |
| shrine |
a sacred place or object that is devoted to some holy person or god. |
| standardize |
to cause to conform to a model or rules. |
| status |
a person's position or rank compared with others. |
| trek |
a slow or difficult trip. |