| agony |
great or intense pain and suffering in the mind or body, usually over a long period of time. |
| consent |
to give permission or approval; agree (often followed by "to"). |
| decoy |
something used to attract animals or people into danger. Wooden decoys in the shape of birds or animals are often used by hunters to lead animals into a trap. |
| derive |
to obtain from a particular source (usually followed by "from"). |
| elite |
(usually used with a plural verb) the best, taken collectively. |
| enunciate |
to pronounce words, especially in a clear and distinct voice. |
| expend |
to use up. |
| humanity |
sympathy, concern, or compassion. |
| innovator |
one who proposes or implements new methods, ideas, products, and the like. |
| knack |
a natural talent for something. |
| mobile |
able to move or be moved easily from one place or position to another. |
| optimism |
the belief that things will turn out well or that there is always hope for something good to happen. |
| pregnant |
having one or more young growing within the body of a woman or other female mammal. |
| sullen |
silently showing anger. |
| thrifty |
prudent in the management and spending of money; economical. |