| clench |
to close tightly shut. |
| clutch |
to keep in a firm grasp; hold tightly; grip. |
| deepen |
to make or become deep or deeper. |
| federal |
having to do with a system of government that unites several states under a central government. The states have their own governments, yet they recognize the rule of the central government as well. |
| forth |
forward; onward in time or location. |
| foul |
very unpleasant to taste, smell, or look at. |
| goblin |
a small, ugly creature in fairy tales that does evil or mischief to humans. |
| humor |
a quality that makes people laugh or feel amused. |
| impostor |
a person who cheats or tricks others by pretending to be another person. |
| midst |
the middle of a situation or event. |
| mystery |
a matter that is secret or that cannot be known or explained. |
| nickname |
a name given to a person, place, or thing in place of the real name. |
| polish |
to give a shiny surface to. |
| ripple |
to move or flow in small waves. |
| technical |
having to do with special skills or techniques. |