| accentuate |
to give more emphasis to; draw attention to. |
| anesthesia |
a drug or other agent used to bring about unconsciousness or absence of pain. |
| charter |
an official document given by a government or ruler to a business or other group. The charter explains the group's rights and responsibilities. |
| consist |
to be made up or formed (usually followed by "of"). |
| diagnosis |
the act or process of finding out the nature of an illness or injury by examining its signs and symptoms. |
| dingy |
dirty or not cared for well. |
| escort |
a person or group of people who travel with someone to protect, guide, or guard that person, or to show respect. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| garrison |
a military force that is located in a fort, village, or similar place. |
| impudent |
not showing respect; bold and rude. |
| irritate |
to anger or bother. |
| parch |
to make very dry by heating. |
| prestige |
importance in the eyes of other people because of doing great things, being in high position, or having wealth. |
| pretense |
an act or instance of pretending; sham or fiction. |
| zest |
a sense of great pleasure or enjoyment. |