| abhor |
to regard with intense loathing or horror; detest. |
| contrast |
to compare in order to make differences clear. |
| diagnosis |
the act or process of finding out the nature of an illness or injury by examining its signs and symptoms. |
| ecology |
the scientific study of the relationships between living things and their environments. |
| executive |
a person who has a managing or directing role in a business or government. |
| inevitable |
certain to happen; not able to be avoided. |
| plume |
a large, fluffy, colorful feather. |
| reversal |
the act of turning in or taking an opposite direction or position. |
| stagnant |
standing still; motionless. |
| superb |
of the finest kind or quality. |
| suppliant |
a person who makes a heartfelt request. |
| taper |
to narrow. |
| velocity |
speed. |
| veteran |
having gained experience over a long time. |
| withstand |
to resist or stand up to; bear. |