| abscess |
a sore that forms within the tissues of the body and is filled with pus. Abscesses can be caused by an infection. |
| adaptation |
the act or process of changing or adjusting something to fit in a new role or context. |
| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| ballad |
a poem or song that tells a story. |
| casino |
a room or building for public assembly or entertainment, especially gambling games. |
| contemplate |
to look at carefully for a long time. |
| eloquent |
using words well, in a way that others enjoy hearing or reading. |
| embezzle |
to steal what was put in one's care. |
| equine |
of or similar to a horse. |
| meditation |
sustained thought or self-forgetful concentration, especially for the purposes of religious devotion or relaxation. |
| reliance |
the act of relying or depending. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |
| testify |
to state or affirm as fact or truth, especially under oath. |
| theological |
of, based on, or relating to matters of religion or the study of religion. |
| torrent |
a heavy flow of water with a strong current, such as a rushing stream, a flood, or a heavy rainfall. |