| alternative |
one of two or more choices. |
| ambush |
a surprise attack made from a hidden place. |
| ample |
large in size, amount, or space; as much or more than is needed. |
| cower |
to crouch or cringe in fear. |
| distribute |
to divide into parts and give out to each of several people or groups. |
| elsewhere |
in or to another place. |
| extraordinary |
very unusual; far beyond the ordinary. |
| gale |
a strong wind of about thirty to sixty miles per hour. |
| lavish |
to give or spend a large amount or without limit. |
| measly |
(informal) ridiculously inadequate or unsatisfactory; paltry. |
| monarchy |
government by or in the name of a king, queen, or similar ruler, whose power may be strong or limited. |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. |
| rivet |
a metal bolt that pins metal plates or other objects together. |
| spasm |
a sudden uncontrolled contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. |
| thesis |
a statement or proposition put forward and supported by proof or argument. |