| actual |
truly existing, or being something that is real or true. |
| adjourn |
to stop the process of a formal meeting or court session, often with the intention of starting again at another time. |
| amplify |
to make larger or greater. |
| compact1 |
to pack closely and tightly together. |
| compromise |
a settlement of a disagreement in which each side gives up something, or the result of such a settlement. |
| condemn |
to call wrong, evil, or inadequate; strongly disapprove of. |
| incidence |
the frequency with which something happens or the range over which it occurs. |
| inferior |
lower in rank, position, or degree. |
| mortal |
not living forever; having to die some day. |
| overhaul |
to go over carefully, taking apart as necessary and making all needed repairs. |
| petition |
a formal, written request by many people that is made to a person in authority. |
| prone |
having the habit of; being likely to. |
| scoff |
to laugh at, mock, or criticize scornfully (often followed by "at"). |
| transcription |
a written or typed copy of something dictated or heard. |
| unruly |
not easy to restrict; difficult or impossible to control; wild. |