| although |
in spite of the fact that; even though. |
| currently |
at the present time; now. |
| cycle |
a circle of events that repeats in a regular pattern. |
| growth |
the process of becoming larger through natural development. |
| lousy |
(informal) nasty or mean. |
| outlet |
an opening through which something is allowed to go out or escape. |
| relapse |
to return to bad behavior or poor health after a period of improvement. |
| shaky |
shaking; trembling. |
| showy |
bright, colorful, or splendid in appearance. |
| similar |
having resemblance or likeness. |
| stalk1 |
a plant's main stem. |
| superior |
having a higher position, degree, or rank. |
| tourism |
the act of traveling, usually for sightseeing or relaxing. |
| voyage |
a long journey by air, land, sea, or outer space. |
| whereas |
while in contrast. |