| artistic |
showing skill and imagination in creating. |
| breadth |
the distance measured from one side to the other side of something; width. |
| consecutive |
following one after another without a break. |
| depletion |
drastic lessening; exhaustion. |
| disgrace |
loss of respect, honor, or favor; shame. |
| eminent |
standing above others in fame or achievement; outstanding. |
| excess |
more than is needed or usual; extra. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| investment |
that which is invested. |
| lavish |
to give or spend a large amount or without limit. |
| quagmire |
an unpleasant situation that is difficult to escape. |
| regulator |
a person or thing that keeps an activity or action to a certain standard or set of laws. |
| satisfactory |
good enough to meet a need or desire. |
| scald |
to burn with or as if with a hot liquid or steam. |
| thrifty |
prudent in the management and spending of money; economical. |