| arid |
extremely dry, especially from lack of rainfall. |
| confidentiality |
the state or condition of being kept private or communicated only in private. |
| dependence |
the condition of relying on another for help, or to provide what one needs. |
| dynamic |
full of energy and strength; lively; active. |
| epidemic |
an outbreak of disease that spreads rapidly to many people in one area. |
| imperial |
having to do with an empire or an emperor. |
| profile |
an outline or view of something from the side. |
| publicity |
information given out through the media that gets the attention of the public. |
| rant |
to speak or complain loudly and vehemently. |
| ration |
a fixed share or portion. |
| reflex |
having to do with a response or reaction that is automatic and not controlled by conscious thought. |
| regime |
a system of rule or government. |
| spry |
moving in a brisk and lively way; nimble. |
| torment |
a state of great suffering of the body or mind. |
| tranquillity |
the condition or quality of being peaceful, untroubled, or calm; serenity. |