| allegedly |
according to what has been claimed although not proven. |
| annotate |
to provide (a written work) with explanatory notes or critical commentary. |
| cascade |
to fall from one level to the next; flow down like a waterfall. |
| civilization |
an advanced state of development of a society as judged by such things as having a system of government and laws, using a written language, and keeping written records. |
| clinical |
of or related to direct observation and treatment of patients, as opposed to theory or laboratory research. |
| expansion |
the act or process of expanding, or the condition of being expanded. |
| fascination |
the condition of having one's attention aroused and held, as by charm, beauty, or extreme interest. |
| justification |
something that explains, rationalizes, or defends. |
| purely |
just; absolutely. |
| rebellion |
an armed fight against one's government; uprising. |
| relent |
to become less harsh or less strict. |
| resistance |
the act or process of fighting against or opposing something. |
| spry |
moving in a brisk and lively way; nimble. |
| valid |
based on truth, fact, or logic. |
| wrongheaded |
contrary to sound judgment. |