| basis |
something that supports and is needed by all the other parts; starting point or foundation. |
| boundary |
something that marks the edge or limit. |
| captive |
held as prisoner. |
| conform |
to act in a way that agrees with a rule or standard. |
| dramatically |
to a large or impressive degree; sharply; significantly. |
| evergreen |
having green leaves that stay on a plant throughout the year. |
| feeble |
without strength; weak in body or mind. |
| immigration |
the act of coming to live permanently in a new country. |
| involve |
to have as a necessary part or result; include. |
| jest |
a funny saying or action; joke. |
| ledge |
a narrow part like a shelf that comes out of a wall. |
| obedience |
the condition or quality of being willing to follow rules or orders. |
| statue |
a piece of art that is shaped or put together out of stone, metal or other material. Statues are often in the form of a human or animal. |
| wail |
to make a long, loud cry out of sadness or pain. |
| welfare |
a state of health, happiness, and good fortune. |