| abscess |
a sore that forms within the tissues of the body and is filled with pus. Abscesses can be caused by an infection. |
| assess |
to look at and try to discover the quality or degree of (something); evaluate; estimate. |
| continuation |
an extension. |
| deflate |
to cause to shrink or collapse by letting out air or gas. |
| efficiency |
the quick, accurate performance of a task, or the ability to so perform. |
| fulfill |
to do or carry out as expected or required. |
| gluttonous |
inclined to eat excessively; voracious. |
| loiter |
to stand around idly. |
| maintenance |
the act of taking care of or keeping in good condition. |
| oasis |
an area in a desert where plants can grow. The plants are fed by water from a spring or well. |
| objective |
a goal or purpose that a person works to achieve; aim. |
| recuperate |
to become healthy again after being ill. |
| revolt |
to rise up and fight against the government or other authority; rebel. |
| scorch |
to burn slightly. |
| voluntary |
acting from or done by choice. |