appropriation |
the act of taking something as one's own, often without permission. |
burly |
having a large, husky, and strong body. |
conqueror |
one who defeats another. |
crypt |
a burial chamber or underground vault, especially one beneath a church. |
customize |
to make or change according to the specifications of the customer. |
despondent |
low in spirits; unhappy, depressed, or dejected. |
empower |
to give legal rights or authority to. |
fortify |
to give more strength, resistance, or energy to; reinforce. |
prompt |
to cause to act. |
publicize |
to make widely known; advertise. |
revival |
the act or process of renewing or reviving. |
severity |
strictness; harshness. |
snub |
to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt. |
specialize |
to devote one's attentions to a specific pursuit or field of study. |
viable |
capable of germinating, growing, or developing, as a living organism or social organization. |