| arcade |
a covered passageway that has shops or places to play video or other games along the sides. |
| autonomy |
freedom and independence; self-governance. |
| camouflage |
a way of hiding something by covering or coloring it so that it looks like its surroundings. The military uses camouflage to hide people, buildings, or vehicles from the enemy. |
| cultivate |
to make fit for growing plants by plowing, weeding, or adding fertilizer. |
| escalate |
to increase in intensity, scope, or size. |
| grieve |
to feel great sadness; mourn. |
| institute |
to bring into being or set in operation. |
| interpret |
to decide on or explain the meaning of. |
| monarchy |
government by or in the name of a king, queen, or similar ruler, whose power may be strong or limited. |
| mull1 |
to think something over; ponder. |
| notorious |
known for something bad. |
| obstinate |
not willing to change one's ideas; stubborn. |
| poise |
a state or position of balance. |
| restrict |
to keep within limits. |
| reversal |
the act of turning in or taking an opposite direction or position. |