| amid |
among or surrounded by. |
| analogy |
similarity or correspondence between two otherwise dissimilar things. |
| arrogant |
having or showing too much pride; behaving as though one is more important than others. |
| audible |
heard or able to be heard. |
| biological |
having to do with living things and their life processes. |
| civilian |
of or relating to the daily life of ordinary citizens, not of the military or police. |
| conduit |
a channel, ditch, or pipe used to convey water or other liquid. |
| contemplate |
to look at carefully for a long time. |
| ensemble |
a group of performers, such as actors or musicians, who perform together. |
| hormone |
a substance made by certain cells in the body. Hormones move around the body in the blood and have effects on certain organs and cells. Hormones help control body processes such as growth. |
| humanitarian |
characterized by concern for improving the welfare of people. |
| improper |
not correct. |
| interfere |
to block or get in the way (usually followed by "with"). |
| mortality |
the quality or state of being destined to die. |
| phobia |
a very strong fear or dislike of something that is far beyond ordinary fear or dislike. |