| agony |
great or intense pain and suffering in the mind or body, usually over a long period of time. |
| borne |
past participle of "bear1" with meaning connected with carrying, supporting, or enduring. |
| eliminate |
to get rid of or destroy. |
| furlough |
a vacation for a person in the military. |
| hence |
from this moment; from now. |
| influential |
having power or authority; able to affect others. |
| inmate |
someone who is restricted to a jail, hospital, or the like. |
| lapse |
a slight failure to meet some accepted standard. |
| massive |
having a very large amount of matter; big and heavy; solid. |
| quagmire |
an unpleasant situation that is difficult to escape. |
| relent |
to become less harsh or less strict. |
| shun |
to keep away from or avoid on purpose. |
| sponsor |
a person who takes responsibility for someone or something. |
| strut |
to walk in a proud or vain manner. |
| trek |
a slow or difficult trip. |