altogether |
completely; entirely. |
deplete |
to lessen drastically; exhaust. |
fulfill |
to do or carry out as expected or required. |
inattention |
lack of attentiveness; neglect. |
literally |
word for word. |
pathetic |
causing feelings of pity or sorrow. |
poise |
a state or position of balance. |
quarry |
a large open hole or pit dug for mining stone, marble, gravel, or the like. |
recuperate |
to become healthy again after being ill. |
shrine |
a sacred place or object that is devoted to some holy person or god. |
siege |
a military act of surrounding a city or base, attacking it, and cutting off supplies. The goal of a siege is to force the city or fort to surrender. |
slander |
a false statement or statements made to hurt someone's reputation, or the act of making such statements. |
tuition |
the charge for being taught at a college or private school. |
untreated |
receiving no medical care or remedy. |
zeal |
great enthusiasm for a person or cause. |