| ashore |
to or onto the shore. |
| cackle |
sharp, broken laughter. |
| capsule |
a tiny case made of gelatin that holds one dose of medicine and dissolves when swallowed. |
| coastal |
of, at, or near the land next to the ocean. |
| college |
a school of higher learning that one attends after high school. Most college programs require four years of study. |
| conduct |
to lead or guide. |
| effect |
something produced by a cause. |
| eventually |
at a future time; in the end; finally. |
| forgive |
to excuse or pardon. |
| gruff |
low and harsh. |
| handful |
the amount that can be held in a single hand. |
| importance |
the quality or condition of having great significance or value. |
| pad |
a piece of soft material used as cushioning for protection or comfort. |
| robe |
a long, loose gown worn at certain ceremonies. |
| stutter |
to repeat sounds when speaking, as if unable to complete or begin certain words. |