| allege |
to say or claim to be true without having proof. |
| amnesia |
partial or complete loss of memory as a result of an injury to the brain, illness, or shock. |
| anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
| delirium |
a temporary state of mental disturbance sometimes caused by high fever, shock, or intoxication, and characterized by confusion, hallucinations, delusions, disturbed speech, and the like. |
| dire |
causing, likely to cause, or involving terror or suffering. |
| esteem |
to have a high opinion of; respect; honor. |
| excessive |
more than is needed or considered fair; not reasonable. |
| fugitive |
a person who is escaping or running away. |
| homicide |
the act of killing another person; murder. |
| inspiration |
a person or thing that motivates, uplifts, or gives one the confidence to do something; someone or something that inspires. |
| manuscript |
a piece of writing prepared by the author before it becomes a printed article or book. |
| pathetic |
causing feelings of pity or sorrow. |
| proclamation |
the act of announcing to the public, or something that is said for the public to hear. |
| tarnish |
to dull the luster or color of. |
| technique |
the particular method or way of doing or performing something. |