| acquisition |
the act or process of obtaining or making one's own. |
| akin |
similar in kind or spirit; alike. |
| citadel |
a fortress built on a high place in or near a city. |
| compromise |
a settlement of a disagreement in which each side gives up something, or the result of such a settlement. |
| ecosystem |
a community of living things, together with their environment. |
| escapade |
a wild adventure or prank, usually mischievous or mildly wicked. |
| legislator |
someone who makes laws. |
| notable |
worthy of special attention; remarkable. |
| pathetic |
causing feelings of pity or sorrow. |
| penetrate |
to pierce or go into or through. |
| regulation |
a rule or law that controls or directs people's actions. |
| strategy |
a plan, method, or series of actions meant to perform a particular goal or effect. |
| surplus |
the amount that goes beyond what is needed or required; an extra amount. |
| transitional |
of or pertaining to a change from one position, stage, or situation to another. |
| valiant |
showing or characterized by courage in both spirit and action; brave; heroic. |