| composure |
calmness in thinking or acting; self-control. |
| elope |
to run away and marry in secret. |
| illustrate |
to explain or make clear by giving examples. |
| irregular |
uneven in shape, arrangement, surface, or some other way. |
| lavish |
to give or spend a large amount or without limit. |
| maelstrom |
a turbulent or overpowering situation. |
| phobia |
a very strong fear or dislike of something that is far beyond ordinary fear or dislike. |
| picturesque |
as pleasing or interesting to look at as a picture or painting. |
| plush |
a type of cloth having long, soft, thick fibers. |
| probation |
a period of time for testing a person's ability, character, or behavior. |
| pulverize |
to make into powder, as by crushing, grinding, or pounding. |
| recommendation |
the act of presenting something as good or as worth doing. |
| refugee |
a person forced to leave his or her home or country to seek safety or protection. |
| secondary |
not first in importance or value; less important. |
| selective |
very careful in choosing. |