| alibi |
a way of defending oneself against criminal charges by showing that one was not at the scene of the crime when it happened. |
| chronological |
according to the order in which things happen. |
| criticize |
to judge what is good or bad in. |
| dependent |
relying on another for help or to provide what one needs. |
| dire |
causing, likely to cause, or involving terror or suffering. |
| evolve |
to develop gradually; come into being. |
| exaggerate |
to present as larger, more important, or more valuable. |
| foster |
to aid and encourage the growth or development of. |
| furnish |
to supply with furniture. |
| generosity |
the condition of being willing and ready to give. |
| illuminate |
to light up; make bright with light. |
| paranoid |
having or exhibiting an unrealistic suspicion and mistrust of others. |
| pathetic |
causing feelings of pity or sorrow. |
| refugee |
a person forced to leave his or her home or country to seek safety or protection. |
| register |
to sign up for something by having one's name put on an official list. |