| allegation |
an assertion made in the absence of positive proof. |
| bond |
to bind together. |
| competent |
having the skill to do something; capable. |
| dictator |
a ruler who has total authority. |
| elite |
(usually used with a plural verb) the best, taken collectively. |
| engage |
to get or hold the interest of; occupy. |
| exhale |
to breathe out; give out breath or vapor. |
| potential |
a certain skill that may be developed. |
| promote |
to support the growth of or help move forward. |
| relish |
a great enjoyment of something. |
| revive |
to bring back into use or popularity. |
| tolerate |
to allow or accept; not oppose or attack. |
| turbulent |
marked by episodes of unrest, turmoil, violence, or the like. |
| unstable |
likely to change suddenly. |
| vault2 |
to arrive at a position or accomplish something suddenly, as if with a leap or spring. |