| agony |
great or intense pain and suffering in the mind or body, usually over a long period of time. |
| append |
to add, especially as something extra at the end of a text. |
| circumference |
the line that forms the outside edge of a circle or other round figure or area. |
| descendant |
one who comes from a given ancestor or ancestors. |
| embargo |
a government order that restricts trade or the shipment of goods. |
| erode |
to wear away or eat into. |
| escort |
a person or group of people who travel with someone to protect, guide, or guard that person, or to show respect. |
| extinct |
no longer existing. |
| hierarchical |
organized by rank or level. |
| instance |
a case, example or occasion. |
| integrated |
allowing or having members of equal standing from different ethnic, racial, and religious groups. |
| marital |
of or concerning marriage. |
| monarchy |
government by or in the name of a king, queen, or similar ruler, whose power may be strong or limited. |
| privilege |
a right or benefit that is given only to a certain person, group, or social class. |
| valiant |
showing or characterized by courage in both spirit and action; brave; heroic. |