brood |
to think or worry a lot about a single subject (usually followed by "on" or "over"). |
custody |
the legal right to take care of and control someone or something. |
equivalent |
the same as or equal to another in force, value, measure, or meaning. |
explanatory |
serving to clarify or account for. |
inactive |
not moving or operating; inert; quiescent. |
incidence |
the frequency with which something happens or the range over which it occurs. |
insightful |
keenly perceptive. |
kink |
a tight curl or twist. |
luster |
the shine of a surface that softly reflects light; glow. |
privilege |
a right or benefit that is given only to a certain person, group, or social class. |
radiant |
sending out heat or rays of light; shining brightly. |
reasonable |
using good sense and clear thinking. |
salvage |
the act of saving property from destruction. |
sentiment |
a way of thinking or feeling about something. |
spry |
moving in a brisk and lively way; nimble. |