| abnormal |
not normal or usual. |
| alchemy |
an ancient exploration and practice of chemistry which flourished particularly during medieval times. Practitioners used chemical processes in the hope of, for example, producing gold from base metals, finding the key to eternal life, and uncovering a single cure for all disease. |
| assertive |
forward or aggressive in speech or action. |
| condense |
to make smaller or less in volume; make more closely packed together; concentrate. |
| cultural |
of or relating to the language, customs, ideas, and art of a particular group of people. |
| debate |
to discuss the different sides of a subject or issue. |
| escort |
a person or group of people who travel with someone to protect, guide, or guard that person, or to show respect. |
| ethical |
of or concerning moral principles of right and wrong. |
| evolve |
to develop gradually; come into being. |
| fluster |
to cause to become nervous, confused, or upset. |
| provoke |
to make angry, annoyed, or emotional; bring to action. |
| refuge |
a place that protects from danger or difficulty. |
| revenue |
money gained from selling property or investing money. |
| spokesman |
a man who speaks for one or more other persons. |
| tranquillity |
the condition or quality of being peaceful, untroubled, or calm; serenity. |