| acknowledge |
to admit the truth or existence of. |
| boon |
something that is a help or benefit. |
| cloak |
a long, loose, outer garment without sleeves. |
| comparable |
nearly the same or equal in degree or quality. |
| environmental |
of or having to do with the surroundings of something, especially the natural surroundings. |
| finale |
the last part of a piece of music. |
| heartland |
a central land area, especially one considered to be economically, politically, or militarily vital to a nation or region. |
| intellectual |
of or having to do with the intellect. |
| intimidate |
to cause to become timid or afraid, especially by means of threats. |
| negotiable |
subject to discussion and revision, as terms in an agreement or contract. |
| ration |
a fixed share or portion. |
| seismic |
of, concerning, or resulting from an earthquake. |
| simulation |
something that imitates or resembles, or the fact of resemblance itself. |
| spasm |
a sudden uncontrolled contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. |
| tart1 |
sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting. |