| await |
to look forward to, or to stay in one place or condition in order to be ready for (someone or something). |
| capitalism |
an economic system in which land, factories, and other resources are owned by individuals instead of the government. In this system, the prices of things we buy are decided by the people who sell them and not by the government. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| circumference |
the line that forms the outside edge of a circle or other round figure or area. |
| consequently |
as a result; therefore. |
| disclose |
to make known; tell. |
| ethics |
the rules of conduct or moral principles of an individual or a group. |
| evaluate |
to judge the level or value of. |
| habitat |
the natural environment of an animal or plant. |
| humanity |
sympathy, concern, or compassion. |
| institute |
to bring into being or set in operation. |
| insulate |
to cover, line, or surround with a material that reduces or stops the movement of heat, electricity, or sound. |
| linger |
to remain or be slow to leave. |
| plague |
a deadly disease, sudden invasion of harmful insects, or any terrible thing that harms many people. |
| scoff |
to laugh at, mock, or criticize scornfully (often followed by "at"). |