| bureaucracy |
an organized group of hired officials, especially governmental. |
| dwell |
to think, write, or speak about over and over again for a long time (often followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| ecosystem |
a community of living things, together with their environment. |
| faulty |
having imperfections, flaws, or defects. |
| impertinent |
rude or too bold. |
| inevitable |
certain to happen; not able to be avoided. |
| lodge |
to be or become caught or stuck in a certain position. |
| meditation |
sustained thought or self-forgetful concentration, especially for the purposes of religious devotion or relaxation. |
| minimize |
to make as small as possible. |
| mutual |
felt, said, or done by each for the other; shared by two or more people; given and received. |
| rustic |
living or happening in the country. |
| somewhat |
in some measure, degree, or proportion; rather. |
| spangle |
a small, thin piece of shiny metal used for decoration on clothing. |
| trek |
a slow or difficult trip. |
| viable |
capable of germinating, growing, or developing, as a living organism or social organization. |