ambush |
a surprise attack made from a hidden place. |
context |
the setting of a word or phrase in speaking or writing that determines or affects its meaning. Context can be pictures, sounds, other words, or physical surroundings. |
corruption |
activity that is not honest, especially secret, illegal activity. |
dingy |
dirty or not cared for well. |
disposable |
meant to be thrown out after use. |
exposure |
the act or process of exposing. |
extraordinary |
very unusual; far beyond the ordinary. |
exult |
to rejoice greatly, especially over some triumph. |
famine |
a great lack of food over a wide area. |
ghetto |
a part of a town or city in which people of a particular race or religion are forced by law to live. |
isolate |
to set apart or separate so as to be alone. |
mince |
to cut into very small, fine pieces. |
primitive |
having to do with an early stage or a condition that is not developed. |
rave |
to talk with much enthusiasm; praise. |
sophisticated |
having or showing a lot of knowledge or experience; not ignorant or simple. |