| amaze |
to surprise greatly or fill with wonder; astonish. |
| dispute |
an argument or debate. |
| evergreen |
having green leaves that stay on a plant throughout the year. |
| glide |
to move smoothly and without effort. |
| homesick |
longing for one's home. |
| introduction |
a part at the beginning of something, such as a book, article, or speech, that explains what will follow. |
| italicize |
to print in italic type. |
| nudge |
to push gently or touch with the elbow to attract attention. |
| physics |
the science that deals with matter and energy, their qualities, and the relationships between them. It includes the study of light, heat, sound, electricity, and force. (The word is used with a singular verb.) |
| pillar |
a tall column shaped like a cylinder that is used to support a structure or to serve as a decoration or monument. |
| plunge |
to thrust into something soft or liquid. |
| positive |
certain; sure. |
| prove |
to show to be true or correct. |
| thrash |
to give a beating to; whip. |
| victor |
the winner of a contest, battle, argument, or struggle. |