| abbreviate |
to shorten the time or length of. |
| anticipate |
to look forward to; expect. |
| conquest |
the act or process of overcoming or defeating. |
| dependence |
the condition of relying on another for help, or to provide what one needs. |
| disgrace |
loss of respect, honor, or favor; shame. |
| dissent |
to disagree with an opinion or belief held by many others. |
| distribution |
the act of giving out items or portions. |
| hazy |
marked or clouded by haze; misty. |
| hospitality |
friendly, warm, and generous ways of entertaining or taking care of guests or strangers. |
| investor |
a person or company that puts money into use for the purpose of making more money. |
| persuasion |
the act of convincing someone to believe something or do something. |
| poise |
a state or position of balance. |
| selective |
very careful in choosing. |
| tranquillity |
the condition or quality of being peaceful, untroubled, or calm; serenity. |
| workmanship |
the art or skill of someone who works with their hands or with machines. |