| adaptive |
capable of changing in response to changes in environment. |
| ballad |
a poem or song that tells a story. |
| bankruptcy |
the legal inability to pay debts. |
| consideration |
careful attention or thought. |
| deflate |
to cause to shrink or collapse by letting out air or gas. |
| gape |
to stare in surprise, awe, or wonder, especially with the mouth open. |
| periodic |
happening or appearing at regular times. |
| region |
a large space or area. |
| renaissance |
(capitalized) the revival of art, literature, and learning that began in Europe in the 1300s and lasted into the 1600s. During the Renaissance, scholars, writers, and artists took a great interest in the writings and ideas of classical culture. |
| similarly |
in the same way or in the same amount. |
| slogan |
a short phrase used to state a principle or political message or to advertise a product; motto. |
| specialist |
a person who has knowledge or is an expert in a single area of study. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |
| tolerate |
to allow or accept; not oppose or attack. |
| vex |
to annoy or irritate. |