| administrator |
a person who manages, especially in business or public affairs. |
| climax |
the most exciting or interesting point in a series of events. |
| contraption |
(informal) a mechanical device, sometimes of odd design or construction; gadget. |
| cordial |
warm and friendly; courteous. |
| intercept |
to stop or take hold of; interrupt the movement or progress of. |
| metamorphosis |
a complete change of form, parts, or character. |
| monopoly |
complete control over a service or product within a given area. |
| preen |
to dress and groom oneself with great care and satisfaction; primp. |
| psychological |
of or having to do with psychology. |
| qualification |
something that makes a person fit for an activity or job. |
| refuge |
a place that protects from danger or difficulty. |
| smirk |
to smile in a self-satisfied, offensively knowing, or self-conscious way. |
| sophisticated |
having or showing a lot of knowledge or experience; not ignorant or simple. |
| transcontinental |
going or reaching across a continent. |
| tribute |
something given, done, or said to express respect or thanks. |