| addict |
a person who depends on something, such as a drug, that is usually harmful and cannot be easily given up. |
| approximately |
about; almost exactly. |
| avenger |
one who inflicts suffering in order to punish or gain retribution for a wrong. |
| compassionate |
filled with care for another's suffering; sympathetic. |
| concede |
to admit the truth or justice of. |
| convention |
a formal meeting or gathering where people discuss shared interests. |
| diversion |
an act or instance of turning aside. |
| emblem |
an object that stands for something; symbol. |
| grate1 |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening. |
| imprison |
to put or keep in a prison. |
| livelihood |
means of earning or getting what is needed to live. |
| phobia |
a very strong fear or dislike of something that is far beyond ordinary fear or dislike. |
| proprietary |
or or pertaining to ownership. |
| reverie |
a state of daydreaming, reminiscing, or musing. |
| scandal |
a reported behavior or event that is illegal or considered morally wrong and which causes strongly negative public reaction. |