| abolition |
the act of doing away with or putting an end to; the act of abolishing. |
| acceptance |
the act of accepting something that is given. |
| adaptation |
the act or process of changing or adjusting something to fit in a new role or context. |
| adhesive |
able or likely to stick to something; clinging. |
| asylum |
a place that offers safety. |
| domination |
the act of controlling or governing by the use of power or influence. |
| inflict |
to deal out or strike in a physical attack. |
| interfere |
to block or get in the way (usually followed by "with"). |
| methodology |
a body of procedures, principles, and rules used for a specific activity or branch of knowledge. |
| overhang |
to extend out over. |
| renegade |
a member who rejects the common beliefs or attitudes of a group such as a religious sect, political party, or business organization. |
| setback |
something that happens that slows, stops, or reverses progress that is being made. |
| shrine |
a sacred place or object that is devoted to some holy person or god. |
| uproar |
a loud, confused disturbance; commotion. |
| verdict |
the decision of a judge or jury in a law case. |