| alibi |
a way of defending oneself against criminal charges by showing that one was not at the scene of the crime when it happened. |
| altogether |
completely; entirely. |
| baroque |
(often capitalized) the style or period in art, music, and architecture prevailing in Europe following the Renaissance, characterized by bold and elaborate forms of ornamentation. |
| barricade |
a structure that is put up quickly for protection or to block the way. |
| celebrity |
a person who is famous. |
| clammy |
unpleasantly moist, cool, and sticky. |
| consciousness |
the physical condition of being awake and aware. |
| exceed |
to go beyond or do more than. |
| foster |
to aid and encourage the growth or development of. |
| interaction |
action of one upon another or others; action in response to others; influence, or effect. |
| miser |
a greedy, stingy person who lives in a poor way in order to save money. |
| particularly |
to an unusual degree; more than other things in a group. |
| specificity |
the quality of being exact, precise, or particular. |
| spry |
moving in a brisk and lively way; nimble. |
| unique |
being the only one of its type; sole; single. |