| abduct |
to carry off or lead away by force; kidnap. |
| civilization |
an advanced state of development of a society as judged by such things as having a system of government and laws, using a written language, and keeping written records. |
| cleave1 |
to adhere tightly; stick fast (usually followed by "to"). |
| contribute |
to give for a purpose. |
| elegance |
the quality of refinement, taste, and grace, especially when combined with richness of decoration or design. |
| fugitive |
a person who is escaping or running away. |
| inseparable |
impossible or difficult to divide or to conceive of apart; tending to remain together. |
| offensive |
not pleasant; disagreeable. |
| periodic |
happening or appearing at regular times. |
| purify |
to make clean or pure. |
| somber |
sad, dismal, or full of gloom. |
| sophisticated |
having or showing a lot of knowledge or experience; not ignorant or simple. |
| specialize |
to devote one's attentions to a specific pursuit or field of study. |
| strenuous |
marked by great effort or energy; vigorous or zealous. |
| withhold |
to hold back; control. |