| balk |
to stop suddenly and refuse to go on. |
| baroque |
(often capitalized) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, characterized by bold and elaborate forms of ornamentation. |
| climax |
the most exciting or interesting point in a series of events. |
| considerable |
large in size or amount. |
| dormant |
asleep, or in a state of rest that is similar to sleep. |
| dynasty |
a series of rulers from the same family or group. |
| enunciate |
to pronounce words, especially in a clear and distinct voice. |
| glaze |
a shiny coating on pottery. |
| infrastructure |
all the basic systems that have been created in a country, especially through technology and engineering, that allow it to function well and develop. Roads are a very important part of a country's infrastructure. Without roads, it is difficult for people to travel and to work and to move products from one place to another. |
| interpret |
to decide on or explain the meaning of. |
| overall |
including nearly all; general. |
| palette |
a thin, oval board, with a thumb hole, on which a painter holds and mixes colors. |
| recognition |
the act of realizing that one knows someone or something. |
| resignation |
the act of giving up a job or other position, or a formal letter announcing this. |
| saunter |
to walk at an unhurried, leisurely pace; stroll. |