| ample |
large in size, amount, or space; as much or more than is needed. |
| behalf |
support; aid (used with "in" or "on" and followed by "of"). |
| buoy |
a float attached by line to the bottom of a body of water to mark a location. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| circumference |
the line that forms the outside edge of a circle or other round figure or area. |
| commendation |
something, especially an award, that confers honor or distinction. |
| controversial |
causing arguments. |
| customize |
to make or change according to the specifications of the customer. |
| desolate |
without the things that are necessary or desirable for life. |
| dispense |
to give out in portions; distribute. |
| epidemic |
an outbreak of disease that spreads rapidly to many people in one area. |
| extinction |
the act or process of becoming or making extinct. |
| girder |
a heavy beam made of steel or wood used to support the floor or framework of a bridge or building. |
| momentary |
lasting only an instant. |
| opus |
a work of fine or literary art, especially a musical composition numbered to indicate its chronological place in the composer's works. |