| addiction |
the condition of being addicted, especially to something that is not good for one's health. |
| akin |
similar in kind or spirit; alike. |
| bias |
an opinion or liking that does not let one be fair; prejudice. |
| capitalism |
an economic system in which land, factories, and other resources are owned by individuals instead of the government. In this system, the prices of things we buy are decided by the people who sell them and not by the government. |
| casualty |
a person in the armed forces who is killed, wounded, or missing in action. |
| distinguished |
known for excellence; admired. |
| dwindle |
to become or cause to become gradually smaller or less until almost nothing remains; shrink. |
| hierarchical |
organized by rank or level. |
| hoax |
an act meant to trick or deceive. |
| inflate |
to make larger or expand. |
| inquiry |
a question or request for information. |
| overhang |
to extend out over. |
| profound |
coming from or going to a great depth. |
| splendor |
grandeur or magnificence. |
| succession |
the act or process of following or coming after something or someone else. |