| 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. |
| cancel |
to do away with; decide against; call off. |
| census |
an official count of the people who live in a country or other area. A census is also used to collect information about these people, such as their job, age, or sex. |
| favorable |
showing the promise of something good. |
| habitat |
the natural environment of an animal or plant. |
| intention |
a decided course of action; plan. |
| liable |
held responsible by law. |
| lodge |
to be or become caught or stuck in a certain position. |
| organism |
an individual living thing, such as a plant, an animal, or a germ. |
| penal |
of, concerning, or giving out punishment, especially according to law. |
| probe |
an instrument or tool used to explore the shape, condition, or depth of something that cannot be seen directly. |
| ratio |
a relation or comparison between numbers or things based on amount or degree. |
| torrent |
a heavy flow of water with a strong current, such as a rushing stream, a flood, or a heavy rainfall. |
| toxin |
any poisonous substance that is produced by living cells or living organisms. |
| uncertainty |
the condition or quality of being unsure or doubtful. |