| alcohol |
a clear liquid that burns easily and can be made from certain grains and fruits. Alcohol is present in such drinks as beer, wine, and whiskey. It is also used in making medicines and chemicals. |
| ancestor |
a person from whom one is descended and who lived several generations ago. |
| commonly |
ordinarily; usually. |
| consumer |
someone who buys goods or services. |
| dike |
a dam or high wall built to prevent flooding. |
| elegant |
fine or rich in quality. |
| focus |
to direct one's attention or efforts towards one thing; concentrate. |
| foliage |
leaves on a tree or other plant. |
| judgment |
an opinion formed after carefully studying all of the information. |
| motivate |
to cause to move or act by giving incentive or inspiration. |
| muddle |
to cause to be confused; mix up. |
| optional |
left to someone's choice; not required. |
| perform |
to carry out; do. |
| population |
the people who live in an area, considered as a group. |
| self-esteem |
confidence or pride in oneself; self-respect. |