| anatomy |
the parts of a living thing and how they fit together. |
| assertion |
a declaration or statement, often without support or proof. |
| avenge |
to inflict punishment or cause suffering as retribution for. |
| borne |
past participle of "bear1" with meaning connected with carrying, supporting, or enduring. |
| charitable |
generous in donations or benevolent actions for needy persons. |
| civilize |
to bring education and training to, especially in the arts, science, and government. |
| cockpit |
the area from which the pilot and crew control an airplane. |
| earnest |
having or showing a serious manner. |
| gaunt |
very thin and bony. |
| insight |
the power to understand deep meanings or truths. |
| modify |
to change in some way; alter. |
| optimistic |
likely to be hopeful that things will work out well. |
| perishable |
likely to spoil or rot in a short time. |
| refinement |
an improvement, usually in the details of something. |
| seam |
a line formed by sewing two pieces of fabric together. |