| abrupt |
sudden and not expected. |
| assay |
to try out or test. |
| bluff1 |
a hill or shore with steep sides. |
| characterize |
to describe the particular character or qualities of; give certain characteristics to. |
| compensation |
something given in return for or to make up for something else. |
| devout |
devoted to religion. |
| exposure |
the act or process of exposing. |
| import |
something that is brought in from another country and usually sold as merchandise. |
| infrastructure |
all the basic systems that have been created in a country, especially through technology and engineering, that allow it to function well and develop. Roads are a very important part of a country's infrastructure. Without roads, it is difficult for people to travel and to work and to move products from one place to another. |
| juror |
a person who is a member of a jury. |
| linger |
to remain or be slow to leave. |
| preen |
to dress and groom oneself with great care and satisfaction; primp. |
| snub |
to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt. |
| untrustworthy |
not to be depended upon for honesty, loyalty, or responsible conduct. |
| voluntary |
acting from or done by choice. |