| basin |
an open, shallow bowl used to hold water for washing. |
| bless |
to make holy by religious ritual. |
| boast |
to talk with too much pride; brag. |
| captive |
held as prisoner. |
| chuckle |
to laugh softly or in a quiet manner. |
| cowardice |
a lack of bravery to work through danger, pain, or other difficult things. |
| enchant |
to put under a magic spell; bewitch. |
| grateful |
feeling thankful or showing thanks for kindness or something pleasing. |
| impatient |
not willing or able to wait calmly. |
| inflation |
an increase in the average price level. |
| nearby |
located close at hand; not far away. |
| occupation |
the work a person does to earn a living; profession. |
| omen |
something that is believed to be a sign of future good or evil. |
| steam |
water vapor formed by boiling. |
| talent |
a natural skill or ability. |