| basis |
something that supports and is needed by all the other parts; starting point or foundation. |
| clench |
to close tightly shut. |
| commission |
the act of performing or carrying out (something); the act of committing. |
| concussion |
a violent shaking or heavy blow; shock. |
| convey |
to carry from one place or person to another. |
| era |
a period of time in history. An era often begins or ends with an important event. |
| generous |
willing to give or share; not selfish. |
| gloss |
a shine on a surface. |
| glum |
in low spirits; sad or gloomy. |
| grasp |
to take hold of with a hand or other thing that is capable of holding. |
| jury |
a group of people called to a court of law who listen to the facts of a case and decide its outcome. |
| neglect |
an act or instance of not giving enough care or attention to something. |
| peddle |
to offer for sale on the street or from door to door. |
| transport |
the act of carrying or moving from one place to another. |
| understand |
to get the meaning, nature, or importance of. |