assess |
to look at and try to discover the quality or degree of (something); evaluate; estimate. |
asylum |
a place that offers safety. |
civilization |
an advanced state of development of a society as judged by such things as having a system of government and laws, using a written language, and keeping written records. |
consumption |
the act or process of using up or consuming. |
cue1 |
anything done or said during a play that is a signal for an actor to say or do something. |
discharge |
to shoot or fire off. |
dismantle |
to tear down; take apart. |
duration |
the length of time during which something goes on. |
glower |
to look or stare with sullenness, anger, or animosity; scowl. |
inflate |
to make larger or expand. |
levy |
the collection by a government of money, property, or troops. |
prestigious |
highly esteemed. |
propel |
to cause to move forward; thrust, push, or drive. |
trek |
a slow or difficult trip. |
viewpoint |
an opinion. |