| approximate |
nearly exact or correct. |
| collective |
of or relating to a group that is composed of individuals but is considered together. |
| confront |
to meet, face, or stand up to boldly. |
| consent |
to give permission or approval; agree (often followed by "to"). |
| conspicuous |
easily seen; obvious. |
| corruption |
activity that is not honest, especially secret, illegal activity. |
| counterfeit |
made to look like something real in order to cheat people. |
| employ |
to make use of; use. |
| erode |
to wear away or eat into. |
| evolve |
to develop gradually; come into being. |
| hulk |
an old ship that no longer is in use. |
| inaugurate |
to start or cause to start formally. |
| oppose |
to think, act, or be against; resist. |
| pact |
an agreement or a sworn promise. |
| vector |
a mathematical expression of direction and magnitude, usually represented by an arrow pointing to the particular direction, with a length proportional to the magnitude. |