| absence |
the fact or condition of being away or not present. |
| appall |
to cause to feel shock or horror. |
| assistance |
the act of giving aid or support. |
| collector |
a person who acquires a set of objects over time, such as stamps, baseball cards, or art works. |
| discomfort |
a condition of being uneasy or in pain. |
| dose |
an amount of medicine to be taken at one time or at certain times. |
| genial |
cheerful and friendly. |
| glossary |
a list of unusual or difficult words and their meanings connected with a particular subject or particular piece of writing. A glossary is often placed at the end of a book. |
| involved |
complicated because made up of many different connected parts or steps; intricate; complex. |
| lurk |
to be hidden; lie in wait. |
| narrate |
to tell the tale or give an account of; relate. |
| newly |
not long ago. |
| resign |
to give up a job or other duty. |
| thoroughly |
completely; throughout. |
| tickle |
to touch or poke so as to cause a tingling feeling or laughter. |