| abstract |
existing without physical shape or substance. |
| chronology |
the order of events in time. |
| comply |
to do what is asked or demanded; act in agreement with a rule (sometimes followed by "with"). |
| criticism |
the act of judging what is good or bad in something. |
| curator |
one who oversees the activities and tends the collections of a museum, library, or the like. |
| delinquent |
neglectful of a duty or guilty of an offense or violation of the law. |
| ecosystem |
a community of living things, together with their environment. |
| equate |
to make or consider to be equal or equivalent. |
| exult |
to rejoice greatly, especially over some triumph. |
| grate1 |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening. |
| interpretation |
the act or process of explaining or understanding the meaning of something. |
| premature |
done, happening, or born before the expected time; too soon. |
| rebuke |
to give a sharp reprimand to; criticize. |
| restrict |
to keep within limits. |
| shudder |
to tremble or give a sudden shiver. |