abhor |
to regard with intense loathing or horror; detest. |
allege |
to say or claim to be true without having proof. |
assurance |
a statement meant to give confidence. |
audible |
heard or able to be heard. |
behavioral |
of or concerning the actions and reactions of a group, person, animal, or thing. |
compel |
to force or drive to do something. |
decoy |
something used to attract animals or people into danger. Wooden decoys in the shape of birds or animals are often used by hunters to lead animals into a trap. |
germinate |
to start or cause to start growth; sprout. |
leisurely |
unhurried; slow. |
mar |
to damage or spoil, especially on the surface or face, but not severely. |
reportedly |
according to what has been said or according to rumor. |
strategy |
a plan, method, or series of actions meant to perform a particular goal or effect. |
thermal |
using, resulting from, or producing heat. |
wrought |
worked, done, put together, or shaped. |
yearn |
to have a strong desire, craving, or wish for something. |