| analogy |
similarity or correspondence between two otherwise dissimilar things. |
| ballast |
heavy material placed in a boat or ship to make it more stable. |
| compensation |
something given in return for or to make up for something else. |
| engagement |
a meeting with someone at a certain time; appointment. |
| extravagant |
spending too much; spending in a foolish or careless way. |
| foster |
to aid and encourage the growth or development of. |
| heroic |
noble and courageous. |
| jeer |
to remark in a loud, mocking, abusive manner. |
| miser |
a greedy, stingy person who lives in a poor way in order to save money. |
| opt |
to decide; choose (usually followed by "for" or an infinitive). |
| plead |
to ask for something in a sincere or serious way. |
| presentation |
the act of showing or explaining, often to a group of people. |
| region |
a large space or area. |
| regulate |
to control by rules or a method. |
| sprawl |
to lie, sit, or fall with the arms and legs spread out in a loose or relaxed way. |