| convex |
having a surface or edge that curves outward like the outside of a ball. |
| discourage |
to cause to lose hope or confidence. |
| dissent |
to disagree with an opinion or belief held by many others. |
| factor |
something that has an influence on something that happens or is one of the causes of it. |
| incite |
to bring about, especially by angering or upsetting. |
| interaction |
action of one upon another or others; action in response to others; influence, or effect. |
| mock |
to make fun of in a mean way. |
| obese |
very fat. |
| regional |
of or relating to a particular geographical area. |
| replicate |
to repeat or duplicate. |
| slander |
a false statement or statements made to hurt someone's reputation, or the act of making such statements. |
| snob |
a person who admires and imitates people of a high social or intellectual class. Snobs act or feel superior to anyone of a lower class. |
| specialize |
to devote one's attentions to a specific pursuit or field of study. |
| tyranny |
a government in which a single person rules absolutely and in a cruel way. |
| yearn |
to have a strong desire, craving, or wish for something. |