| alternative |
one of two or more choices. |
| autobiography |
the story of a person's life written or told by that person. |
| bountiful |
willing to give plenty; generous. |
| conservative |
wanting things to stay as they are; not favoring change. |
| cultural |
of or relating to the language, customs, ideas, and art of a particular group of people. |
| exult |
to rejoice greatly, especially over some triumph. |
| foolproof |
always successful or effective. |
| harassment |
behavior that threatens, attacks, or offends another person repeatedly. |
| lubricate |
to coat or supply with grease, oil, or another slippery substance. |
| mite1 |
a tiny animal that is related to the spider. Most mites are parasites and live on other animals or plants. |
| monarchy |
government by or in the name of a king, queen, or similar ruler, whose power may be strong or limited. |
| quay |
a pier, wharf, or other landing place for loading and unloading boats or ships. |
| rupture |
the act of breaking open or breaking off. |
| specialist |
a person who has knowledge or is an expert in a single area of study. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |