| ace |
a person who is a master or expert at something. |
| appoint |
to name to a particular office or duty. |
| basis |
something that supports and is needed by all the other parts; starting point or foundation. |
| congress |
(capitalized) the branch of the U.S. government that is elected to make laws. Congress is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives. |
| distance |
the measure of space between things, places, or points in time. |
| district |
an area of a country, city, or other place used for a particular purpose. |
| gratitude |
the feeling of being thankful; gratefulness. |
| lance |
a weapon with a long pole and pointed metal head. |
| marine |
having to do with the sea; living in or caused by the sea. |
| obedience |
the condition or quality of being willing to follow rules or orders. |
| public |
of, for, or having to do with all members of a community; not private. |
| ridicule |
talk or actions that make unkind fun of someone or something. |
| secretary |
a person who writes letters, keeps records straight, and manages mail. A secretary might work for another person or for a business. |
| squall |
a sudden, powerful wind that moves in suddenly. Squalls usually bring rain, snow, or sleet. |
| timid |
not bold or confident with other people; shy. |