| annihilate |
to destroy completely. |
| designate |
to choose for a particular job or purpose. |
| differentiate |
to distinguish between or among. |
| horticulture |
the art or science of growing vegetables, flowers, fruits, or ornamental plants. |
| parameter |
any of a set of specifications or limits, the value or variations of which determine the form or behavior of something. |
| pessimist |
one who usually expects a bad outcome. |
| populace |
the people who live in a particular place. |
| prelude |
an introductory event or act; preface; preliminary. |
| preventable |
having the possibility of being prevented; capable of being stopped or kept from happening. |
| quandary |
a situation of uncertainty, puzzlement, or hesitation; dilemma. |
| terse |
effectively brief and to the point; concise; pithy. |
| unregulated |
not subject to rules or constraints. |
| venerable |
deserving honor, respect, or reverence because of advanced age, noble character, or dignified position. |
| verisimilitude |
the appearance or semblance of truth or reality. |
| wheedle |
to try to persuade or influence by coaxing or flattery; cajole. |