| approximately |
about; almost exactly. |
| dingy |
dirty or not cared for well. |
| genetics |
(used with a singular verb) the science that studies how characteristics are passed on from parent to offspring. Genetics is concerned with the influence of genes on the appearance, development, and evolution of plants and animals. |
| hospitable |
open and receptive. |
| latter |
the second of two things mentioned. |
| obese |
very fat. |
| optimum |
the situation, quantity, degree, or other condition that is most desirable. |
| phenomenon |
a happening or fact that can be seen or known through the senses. |
| prosecutor |
an attorney who tries a case against an accused person in a court of law. |
| quote |
to repeat a passage or information from. |
| radiate |
to come out in the form of rays or waves. |
| regardless |
without concern or thought. |
| separation |
the act of dividing or keeping apart or the condition of being kept apart. |
| testify |
to state or affirm as fact or truth, especially under oath. |
| zeal |
great enthusiasm for a person or cause. |