| ambush |
a surprise attack made from a hidden place. |
| amplify |
to make larger or greater. |
| capitalism |
an economic system in which land, factories, and other resources are owned by individuals instead of the government. In this system, the prices of things we buy are decided by the people who sell them and not by the government. |
| charitable |
generous in donations or benevolent actions for needy persons. |
| convene |
to gather or come together for a meeting. |
| convenience |
the quality of being useful or handy for someone's purpose or need. |
| coup |
a brilliant and successful action or maneuver. |
| evolve |
to develop gradually; come into being. |
| infuse |
to fill or inspire. |
| pivot |
a rod or pin upon which another part rotates, swings, or moves back and forth. |
| politics |
the work or study of government. |
| prestige |
importance in the eyes of other people because of doing great things, being in high position, or having wealth. |
| supplement |
something necessary to complete a whole or make up for a deficiency. |
| tantalize |
to tease or torment with the sight or prospect of something desirable but unattainable. |
| uncertainty |
the condition or quality of being unsure or doubtful. |