| autonomous |
free and independent, as a state or an organism; self-governing. |
| bisect |
to cut or split into two equal parts. |
| dissent |
to disagree with an opinion or belief held by many others. |
| eminent |
standing above others in fame or achievement; outstanding. |
| fatality |
a sudden or unexpected death. |
| 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. |
| guilt |
the fact of having done something wrong or having broken a law. |
| highlight |
that which is exceptionally and pleasurably memorable, important, or prominent. |
| imprison |
to put or keep in a prison. |
| penetrate |
to pierce or go into or through. |
| prescribe |
to order or suggest as a medicine. |
| profile |
an outline or view of something from the side. |
| relevant |
related to what is being discussed or is presently important. |
| status |
a person's position or rank compared with others. |
| unappreciated |
not acknowledged as having worth or value. |