| abrupt |
sudden and not expected. |
| attraction |
the act or power of drawing things or people near. |
| broaden |
to make or become broad or broader. |
| carat |
a unit of weight for diamonds and other gems, equal to one-fifth of a gram. |
| data |
facts, figures, or other pieces of information that can be used to learn about something. The word "data" is the plural form of "datum," but is often used with a singular verb. |
| despicable |
worthy of hatred or contempt; worthless; low. |
| dilemma |
a situation that requires a choice between two actions, neither of which will be a good solution. |
| encompass |
to surround or enclose. |
| escort |
a person or group of people who travel with someone to protect, guide, or guard that person, or to show respect. |
| grate1 |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening. |
| proposition |
a suggested plan of action. |
| quay |
a pier, wharf, or other landing place for loading and unloading boats or ships. |
| revenue |
money gained from selling property or investing money. |
| sophistication |
the quality or condition of having worldly knowledge, elegant refinement, or technological complexity. |
| workmanship |
the art or skill of someone who works with their hands or with machines. |