| actively |
in a way that involves making an effort, taking action, or participating. |
| cackle |
sharp, broken laughter. |
| carnivore |
an animal that eats the flesh of other animals. |
| council |
a group of persons gathered together to discuss or make decisions about public matters. For example, a city council may make laws for or give advice on how to run a city. |
| credit |
the quality or condition of being able to be believed or trusted. |
| deaf |
not able to hear, or not able to hear well. |
| memory |
the ability to remember an experience. |
| metropolis |
a large city. |
| minor |
less important or serious than others of the same kind. |
| ornament |
something that is added to make something more beautiful to look at; decoration. |
| prophecy |
a prediction or warning of future events. |
| raspy |
rough and grating; harsh. |
| theater |
a building where plays, movies, or concerts are presented. |
| thoroughly |
completely; throughout. |
| wither |
to dry up or wilt. |