| abbreviate |
to shorten the time or length of. |
| cleave1 |
to adhere tightly; stick fast (usually followed by "to"). |
| disposition |
a person's usual mood or attitude. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| hulk |
an old ship that no longer is in use. |
| priority |
precedence, especially because of authority, right, or urgent need. |
| reference |
the act or fact of mentioning. |
| siege |
a military act of surrounding a city or base, attacking it, and cutting off supplies. The goal of a siege is to force the city or fort to surrender. |
| spasm |
a sudden uncontrolled contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. |
| temperate |
having neither extremely hot nor extremely cold temperatures and mild weather. |
| thrifty |
prudent in the management and spending of money; economical. |
| tolerant |
willing to accept or respect what is different in others, especially their beliefs and customs. |
| tragedy |
a disaster; a very sad event. |
| unnecessary |
not needed or required. |
| whim |
a sudden desire, thought, or change of mind. |