| childhood |
the period or state of being young and not fully grown. |
| defendant |
a person who is accused or sued in a court of law. |
| entertainment |
something that amuses or interests. |
| flexible |
easily bent without breaking. |
| jinx |
someone or something that is believed to cause bad luck. |
| lawmaker |
one who creates or approves laws. |
| lighten1 |
to become brighter or less dark in color. |
| optional |
left to someone's choice; not required. |
| pastel |
a pale, soft color. |
| reserve |
to hold back or save for later use. |
| rouse |
to waken from sleep or a state similar to sleep. |
| swear |
to make a solemn promise or statement, usually concerning the telling of the truth, one's loyalty, or one's duty. |
| trudge |
to walk in a heavy way with much effort or weariness. |
| tumble |
to roll end over end while falling or while in flight. |
| veto |
the power of a government official or group to keep something from taking effect. |