| alongside |
by the side of; next to; beside. |
| attain |
to gain or achieve through work. |
| attendance |
the number of people present. |
| compliment |
an expression of praise, admiration, or approval. |
| depend |
to trust or rely (usually followed by "on" or "upon"). |
| detach |
to separate from a whole. |
| entitle |
to give a right or legal claim to. |
| forge1 |
to form or shape by heating and hammering. |
| gradual |
happening by degrees that are small and even. |
| occupation |
the work a person does to earn a living; profession. |
| ransom |
the payment demanded in return for setting a kidnapped person free, or the act of setting someone free by paying the price demanded. |
| removal |
the act or process of removing. |
| rhythm |
movement marked by the regular repetition of sounds. |
| standard |
something that is used and accepted as a guide, example, or authority. |
| threat |
a statement that harm or punishment will follow. |