| conjunction |
a word that connects other words, phrases, clauses, or sentences. "And," "while," and "because" are some conjunctions. |
| conundrum |
a puzzle or problem with a difficult or impossible solution. |
| educational |
giving knowledge or skill. |
| element |
a part of any whole. |
| evolution |
the process of changing and adapting to an environment over time. |
| foolproof |
always successful or effective. |
| forgo |
to do without, refrain from, or give up. |
| momentary |
lasting only an instant. |
| periodic |
happening or appearing at regular times. |
| placebo |
an inert substance given to a patient as if it were a drug in order to placate or to serve as a control in an experiment. |
| premise |
a statement that forms the basis of an argument and that is usually accepted. |
| retain |
to hold or keep. |
| rout1 |
a confused retreat of troops after they have been beaten. |
| waver1 |
to move back and forth in a fluttering motion; sway. |
| wrath |
fierce anger. |