| conjunction |
a word that connects other words, phrases, clauses, or sentences. "And," "while," and "because" are some conjunctions. |
| consequently |
as a result; therefore. |
| desolate |
without the things that are necessary or desirable for life. |
| engagement |
a meeting with someone at a certain time; appointment. |
| influence |
to have an effect on a person's actions or thoughts. |
| membrane |
a thin layer of tissue found in living things. Some kinds of membranes cover the outside or inside of organs. Other membranes separate or connect different parts of the body. |
| narrative |
a story, description, or account of events. |
| outsider |
a person who does not belong to a particular group. |
| overemphasize |
to stress too much; give too much importance to. |
| panoramic |
allowing or presenting a wide unbroken view of landscape and the like. |
| presently |
in a little while; very soon. |
| savanna |
a flat plain covered with grass that also has scattered trees. Savannas are found in Africa and other tropical regions. |
| sentinel |
one that stands guard or watches; sentry. |
| surprisingly |
in a way or in an amount that is not expected. |
| thesis |
a statement or proposition put forward and supported by proof or argument. |