| argumentative |
given to quarrels, debate, or violent clashes of opinion, often without a cause; contentious. |
| assay |
to try out or test. |
| cleave1 |
to adhere tightly; stick fast (usually followed by "to"). |
| disrupt |
to disturb or cause confusion in. |
| ecosystem |
a community of living things, together with their environment. |
| entrust |
to hand over to for the care or protection of. |
| homicide |
the act of killing another person; murder. |
| inquiry |
a question or request for information. |
| intern |
a doctor who recently graduated from medical school and is working with more experienced doctors to finish training. |
| luxurious |
giving great comfort or pleasure. |
| mutilate |
to destroy by cutting or tearing off a necessary part. |
| reminisce |
to recall past experiences, often with fondness or pleasure. |
| tamper |
to meddle in something when one is not asked, and so change or damage it (usually followed by "with"). |
| treachery |
a breaking of faith or loyalty; betrayal. |
| trio |
a group of three people who sing or play musical instruments together. |