| absorb |
to take in or soak up. |
| coarse |
having large grains or pieces, or a rough surface. |
| commotion |
a noisy confusion; disorder. |
| electrical |
having to do with electricity; electric. |
| exhaust |
the smoke or gas given off by an engine. |
| journalist |
a person whose work is journalism. |
| literature |
writings that have lasting value. Literature includes stories, poems, plays, and essays. |
| noble |
belonging to a class of people with a high rank or title. |
| ogre |
an ugly giant or monster in folk tales and children's stories. Ogres are said to eat people. |
| religious |
devoted to the beliefs of a particular religion. |
| self-esteem |
confidence or pride in oneself; self-respect. |
| stingy |
spending or giving as little as possible. |
| strictly |
strongly; absolutely. |
| transaction |
a piece of business, such as a sale or trade. |
| willing |
wanting or agreeing to do something; ready. |