| alongside |
by the side of; next to; beside. |
| baffle |
to confuse; puzzle. |
| deception |
the act of causing someone to believe something that is not true. |
| defy |
to refuse to obey. |
| donate |
to give in order to help a charity or other group. |
| fiction |
writing that tells a story made up in a writer's imagination. Fiction is usually written in prose, not poetry. Novels, short stories, and tales are pieces of fiction. |
| impatient |
not willing or able to wait calmly. |
| membership |
the state of belonging to a particular group or organization. |
| prosper |
to be successful or have good luck; thrive. |
| rebuild |
to build again; repair. |
| secretary |
a person who writes letters, keeps records straight, and manages mail. A secretary might work for another person or for a business. |
| talent |
a natural skill or ability. |
| tournament |
a contest of skill including a series of games where those who lose one game may no longer take part. |
| vertical |
straight up and down; upright. |
| willingness |
the state of being ready or glad to do something without being forced to do it. |