| cannibal |
an animal that eats its own species. |
| dilemma |
a situation that requires a choice between two actions, neither of which will be a good solution. |
| essence |
that which makes something what it is; central nature. |
| factor |
something that has an influence on something that happens or is one of the causes of it. |
| flair |
a natural ability; talent. |
| hieroglyphic |
a picture or symbol that stands for a word or sound; single hieroglyphic symbol. |
| humiliate |
to cause to lose pride or feel ashamed; embarrass. |
| matrix |
an environment that gives form to or provides for the origin or development of something. |
| meditation |
sustained thought or self-forgetful concentration, especially for the purposes of religious devotion or relaxation. |
| overhang |
to extend out over. |
| oversight |
a lack of paying attention to what one is doing. |
| safeguard |
a person, thing, or action that gives protection; a way of making sure that something is safe. |
| somber |
sad, dismal, or full of gloom. |
| sovereign |
having independent government. |
| splendor |
grandeur or magnificence. |