| appropriation |
the act of taking something as one's own, often without permission. |
| autonomous |
free and independent, as a state or an organism; self-governing. |
| conserve |
to keep safe from loss, waste, or destruction. |
| contribution |
something that is contributed. |
| dubious |
having or showing doubt; skeptical. |
| embezzle |
to steal what was put in one's care. |
| engagement |
a meeting with someone at a certain time; appointment. |
| institution |
an organization set up for a specific purpose, such as hospitals, churches, prisons, charities, and schools. |
| insulate |
to cover, line, or surround with a material that reduces or stops the movement of heat, electricity, or sound. |
| mortal |
not living forever; having to die some day. |
| opt |
to decide; choose (usually followed by "for" or an infinitive). |
| penalty |
a punishment given for breaking a law, rule, or agreement. |
| scald |
to burn with or as if with a hot liquid or steam. |
| tribute |
something given, done, or said to express respect or thanks. |
| valid |
based on truth, fact, or logic. |