| anthropology |
the scientific study of humankind. People who study anthropology learn about the origins and development of human beings and their societies and customs. |
| breadth |
the distance measured from one side to the other side of something; width. |
| contemplate |
to look at carefully for a long time. |
| inconsistent |
not following a regular pattern; variable. |
| knoll |
a small rounded rise of land; hill. |
| optimism |
the belief that things will turn out well or that there is always hope for something good to happen. |
| perceive |
to become aware of through the senses. |
| periodic |
happening or appearing at regular times. |
| preen |
to dress and groom oneself with great care and satisfaction; primp. |
| pulverize |
to make into powder, as by crushing, grinding, or pounding. |
| renown |
wide honor and acclaim; fame. |
| status |
a person's position or rank compared with others. |
| surprisingly |
in a way or in an amount that is not expected. |
| transcribe |
to write or type a copy or full version of (something dictated or heard, shorthand notes, or the like). |
| vague |
just barely visible or able to be perceived. |