| anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
| baroque |
(often capitalized) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, characterized by bold and elaborate forms of ornamentation. |
| chronology |
the order of events in time. |
| commend |
to speak of with praise for some act or service. |
| cope |
to handle or deal with in a successful way (often followed by "with"). |
| err |
to make a mistake. |
| futile |
unlikely to produce or incapable of producing a desired result; ineffective; useless. |
| generosity |
the condition of being willing and ready to give. |
| grimy |
covered or filled with dirt or soil; extremely dirty. |
| hostage |
someone held prisoner by a person or group trying to force another person or group to meet certain demands. |
| intact |
staying complete, whole, or without damage; not changed or harmed. |
| jaunty |
having a light manner; lively and confident. |
| premature |
done, happening, or born before the expected time; too soon. |
| refrain1 |
to hold oneself back; to not enter into a particular action; desist; forbear (often followed by "from"). |
| subtle |
difficult to detect or define; elusive or ambiguous. |