| anxiety |
a feeling of being worried, nervous, or afraid that something will happen. |
| divorce |
to use the law to bring an end to a marriage with (someone). |
| employer |
a person or business that pays others to work. |
| guardian |
a person who guards or protects. |
| lurk |
to be hidden; lie in wait. |
| negligent |
not showing proper concern; careless. |
| optional |
left to someone's choice; not required. |
| purpose |
a reason or plan that guides an action; design or goal. |
| royal |
of or having to do with a king or queen, or any members of their family. |
| scarcely |
almost not; just barely. |
| suspense |
a state of excitement or anxiety that comes from mystery or doubt. |
| threat |
a statement that harm or punishment will follow. |
| unfortunate |
having bad luck; unlucky. |
| vocalist |
one who sings, especially a professional singer of popular music. |
| whisper |
to speak in a soft, low tone. |