| accustomed |
in the habit of (usually followed by "to"). |
| authenticate |
to prove the genuineness, reality, or validity of. |
| covenant |
a usually formal agreement between two or more parties to engage in or refrain from something. |
| customize |
to make or change according to the specifications of the customer. |
| envision |
to picture or visualize in the mind; imagine. |
| hardheaded |
not easily moved, manipulated, or duped; shrewd; pragmatic. |
| intervention |
the act of interfering so as to prevent something from happening |
| latter |
the second of two things mentioned. |
| monopoly |
complete control over a service or product within a given area. |
| paternal |
having to do with or typical of a father. |
| penalize |
to give penalty or punishment to. |
| plush |
a type of cloth having long, soft, thick fibers. |
| quay |
a pier, wharf, or other landing place for loading and unloading boats or ships. |
| reduction |
the amount by which a thing has been lessened or reduced. |
| yearn |
to have a strong desire, craving, or wish for something. |