| capitalism |
an economic system in which land, factories, and other resources are owned by individuals instead of the government. In this system, the prices of things we buy are decided by the people who sell them and not by the government. |
| casino |
a room or building for public assembly or entertainment, especially gambling games. |
| certainty |
the state of being sure or confident. |
| desolate |
without the things that are necessary or desirable for life. |
| fabrication |
a statement, document, or the like that is false or invented to deceive. |
| functional |
serving a purpose or able to serve the intended purpose. |
| genetics |
(used with a singular verb) the science that studies how characteristics are passed on from parent to offspring. Genetics is concerned with the influence of genes on the appearance, development, and evolution of plants and animals. |
| maniac |
a person who has a very strong desire or enthusiasm for something. |
| political |
having to do with the study or practice of government and its policies. |
| premiere |
a first public performance or showing, as of a film or stage production. |
| straightforward |
honest, frank, and trustworthy. |
| supplementary |
additional; extra. |
| temptation |
the condition of being lured or enticed by the possibility of pleasure to do something unwise or wrong. |
| trivial |
not valuable or important; insignificant. |
| valor |
boldness in facing danger; courage; bravery. |