| assure |
to say to with force or conviction. |
| award |
to give as a prize or honor. |
| brisk |
active or full of energy; lively; quick. |
| curse |
a statement of a wish that something bad will happen to someone or something. |
| despair |
the complete lack of hope. |
| fiber |
a small, thin part of a plant, animal, or mineral that is shaped like a thread. |
| glisten |
to shine or sparkle with reflected light. |
| guideline |
a rule that tells people how to do something in the way that is considered best. |
| honor |
high public value or respect. |
| mope |
to act dull and sad; sulk; pout. |
| outlet |
an opening through which something is allowed to go out or escape. |
| positive |
certain; sure. |
| research |
careful study of something in order to find out information about it. |
| rut |
a hollow track worn into the ground. |
| thrift |
wise use and saving of money or other resources. |