| abstract |
existing without physical shape or substance. |
| ambassador |
a person who is sent by the government of one country to be its official representative in another country. |
| beforehand |
ahead of time; at an earlier time. |
| carat |
a unit of weight for diamonds and other gems, equal to one-fifth of a gram. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| closure |
an ending or concluding. |
| collective |
of or relating to a group that is composed of individuals but is considered together. |
| infusion |
the act, process, or result of infusing. |
| insufficient |
not enough in number, degree, amount, or quality; not sufficient. |
| interact |
to respond to one another in a social situation. |
| oust |
to force out; expel. |
| sham |
an imitation that is passed as genuine; counterfeit. |
| strenuous |
marked by great effort or energy; vigorous or zealous. |
| vacancy |
unfilled space, place, or position. |
| withdrawn |
emotionally distant or unresponsive. |