| analysis |
a careful study of the parts of something in order to understand more about the whole. |
| anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
| appreciation |
a feeling of thanks. |
| asset |
something useful or valuable. |
| astride |
over or upon and with a leg on each side of. |
| contrast |
to compare in order to make differences clear. |
| convenience |
the quality of being useful or handy for someone's purpose or need. |
| dependence |
the condition of relying on another for help, or to provide what one needs. |
| eminent |
standing above others in fame or achievement; outstanding. |
| logic |
the process of drawing conclusions based on known principles or facts; reasoning. |
| lubricate |
to coat or supply with grease, oil, or another slippery substance. |
| notch |
(informal) a little bit. |
| paradigm |
an example, model, pattern, or the like. |
| renown |
wide honor and acclaim; fame. |
| shareholder |
a person who owns stock in a business organization. |