| cascade |
to fall from one level to the next; flow down like a waterfall. |
| depletion |
drastic lessening; exhaustion. |
| escapade |
a wild adventure or prank, usually mischievous or mildly wicked. |
| former |
happening in or having to do with the past; previous. |
| horde |
a large number, group, or crowd. |
| hover |
to stay hanging in the air, often by quick flapping or spinning. |
| illuminate |
to light up; make bright with light. |
| lure |
to attract with the promise of a reward. |
| odyssey |
an extended, wandering journey of adventure or quest. |
| offend |
to cause to be angry, annoyed, or insulted. |
| participate |
to take part; share (usually followed by "in"). |
| remorse |
a feeling of guilt and real sorrow over having done something wrong. |
| significance |
great value; importance. |
| simplify |
to make plainer, easier, or less complex. |
| sovereignty |
supreme power or authority, especially over a state or other political body. |