| alternate |
to take turns (usually followed by "with"). |
| analyst |
someone trained or skilled in a particular type of analysis. |
| bolt |
a metal or wooden bar on a door that slides into an opening in the frame. When the bolt is inserted into the frame, the door stays closed. |
| cluster |
a small, close group of things that are alike. |
| desire |
to want or wish for. |
| difficulty |
the condition of being hard to do. |
| dozen |
a group of twelve. |
| enable |
to give means or power to; make able; allow. |
| fruitful |
producing a rich and abundant growth. |
| gloomy |
dim or dark. |
| impatient |
not willing or able to wait calmly. |
| penitentiary |
a prison for people who have been found guilty of serious crimes. |
| revenge |
to get even for or pay back by causing injury or harm. |
| suspense |
a state of excitement or anxiety that comes from mystery or doubt. |
| upright |
in a vertical or standing position. |