| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| complexion |
the natural color and condition of the skin, especially of the face. |
| engage |
to get or hold the interest of; occupy. |
| heritage |
something that one believes, thinks, or does that comes from one's family or ethnic background; tradition. |
| meditate |
to think calmly, deeply, and at length (sometimes followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| membrane |
a thin layer of tissue found in living things. Some kinds of membranes cover the outside or inside of organs. Other membranes separate or connect different parts of the body. |
| mourn |
to feel or act very sad because of a death or great loss; grieve. |
| noticeable |
easily noticed. |
| penal |
of, concerning, or giving out punishment, especially according to law. |
| penetrate |
to pierce or go into or through. |
| prime |
first in importance. |
| rebirth |
a major recurrence, as of a phenomenon; revival. |
| rebound |
to bounce or leap back or away after hitting something. |
| speculate |
to make guesses or wonder about something (often followed by "on" or "about"). |
| turbulent |
marked by episodes of unrest, turmoil, violence, or the like. |