aspire |
to want strongly; have as an aim (usually followed by to or after). |
balk |
to stop suddenly and refuse to go on. |
cordial |
warm and friendly; courteous. |
data |
facts, figures, or other pieces of information that can be used to learn about something. The word "data" is the plural form of "datum," but is often used with a singular verb. |
defamation |
the act of causing damage to the reputation of a person, group, or institution by making unfavorable and unjust statements. |
enforce |
to put in force; make people obey. |
evident |
easily seen; clear. |
glower |
to look or stare with sullenness, anger, or animosity; scowl. |
inexpensive |
low or moderate in cost. |
institute |
to bring into being or set in operation. |
nomad |
a member of a group or tribe that has no fixed home and moves from place to place. |
revolt |
to rise up and fight against the government or other authority; rebel. |
teeter |
to walk, stand, or act in an unsteady, wavering manner. |
vague |
just barely visible or able to be perceived. |
vigilante |
one who seeks to avenge a crime or injury or to punish a suspected criminal without legal authority or due process. |