| abscess |
a sore that forms within the tissues of the body and is filled with pus. Abscesses can be caused by an infection. |
| array |
a large and impressive set of things; display. |
| burrow |
a hole or tunnel dug by certain animals for use as a hiding place or home. |
| committee |
a group of persons chosen to give attention to a particular matter. |
| complexity |
the state or condition of being complex or complicated. |
| denomination |
a religious group or division. |
| embrace |
an act or instance of holding someone closely in one's arms; hug. |
| encounter |
a brief, chance meeting. |
| escalate |
to increase in intensity, scope, or size. |
| ingenious |
clever or creative in setting up or working through problems. |
| legislature |
a group of people within a government that has the power to make or change laws. |
| penalize |
to give penalty or punishment to. |
| ponder |
to think about something deeply and carefully. |
| relentless |
without mercy or compassion; unyielding or stern. |
| undo |
to release from or remove wrapping or fastening from. |