| adolescence |
the period in a person's life between childhood and adulthood. |
| angular |
having a bony structure, as a person's body. |
| apprehend |
to catch and place under arrest. |
| aspiration |
a goal, aim, or ambition. |
| assert |
to state with force or confidence. |
| char1 |
to cook or burn so that the surface is blackened; scorch. |
| equivalent |
the same as or equal to another in force, value, measure, or meaning. |
| excess |
more than is needed or usual; extra. |
| garland |
a wreath, chain, or string worn for celebration or decoration. Garlands are made of flowers, leaves, or vines. |
| latter |
the second of two things mentioned. |
| negotiable |
subject to discussion and revision, as terms in an agreement or contract. |
| opposition |
the act or state of being against, or the state of having someone against another. |
| resignation |
the act of giving up a job or other position, or a formal letter announcing this. |
| segregation |
the practice of separating people according to groups, especially racial groups. |
| sole1 |
single and alone; not one among others; only. |