| climax |
the most exciting or interesting point in a series of events. |
| cultivate |
to make fit for growing plants by plowing, weeding, or adding fertilizer. |
| decline |
to refuse to do, in a polite way. |
| discourage |
to cause to lose hope or confidence. |
| disgrace |
loss of respect, honor, or favor; shame. |
| duration |
the length of time during which something goes on. |
| extinction |
the act or process of becoming or making extinct. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| helm |
a wheel or lever used for steering a ship. |
| import |
something that is brought in from another country and usually sold as merchandise. |
| panorama |
a full, wide view of a large area. |
| refrain1 |
to hold oneself back; to not enter into a particular action; desist; forbear (often followed by "from"). |
| render |
to cause to become; make. |
| resistant |
capable of opposing or willing to oppose. |
| rivalry |
the act, relation, or condition of one who competes with another or of those who compete with each for dominance. |